A small series of wax and wick experiments became a disciplined testing practice.
About the studio
A small teaching studio with a deep respect for process.
Hollow Grove Candle Studio was created for people who want to make beautiful objects carefully, understand their materials, and learn without pressure to perform perfection.
Our scent trail
From a kitchen table to a generous learning library.
The studio began with evening test pours, handwritten observations, and a belief that technical knowledge becomes more useful when it is shared plainly. Today, our courses bring that same patient rhythm to makers everywhere.
The first guided workshops paired material knowledge with quiet, hands-on making.
Our digital lessons help more makers build informed, responsible studio habits.
What guides us
Clarity over mystique
We explain why a technique works, where it varies, and what to observe next.
Practice over pressure
A calm test, an honest note, and a useful adjustment are more valuable than rushing.
Care beyond the pour
We consider materials, instructions, packaging, and the life of an object after it leaves the studio.
The people at the table
Teachers who make room for questions.
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Mara Green
Lead Materials Teacher
Mara translates wax behavior and burn testing into clear, welcoming lessons.
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Jonah Pike
Fragrance Tutor
Jonah helps makers build scent vocabulary and balanced, recognizable accords.
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Avery Stone
Studio Systems Mentor
Avery teaches practical organization, documentation, and low-waste planning.