The Owner
In 2007, Dawn Eskins and her two daughters founded one of the country’s first cupcake bakeries, Carolina Cupcakery. After opening several locations and appearing on Cupcake Wars, Extreme Home Makeover and House Hunters, the urge became strong to return to North Carolina.
In 2021 the opportunity presented itself to purchase Studio 12 on Hatteras Island with the adjoining coffee shop. This was also perfect timing to return to fine art.
With a degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and 30 years working in the graphic design field, Dawn has found her next big adventure, working with creative families.
The Team
Store manager
Amie Baines
Pottery instructor
Leslie Kriewald
2026 Interns;
Gabby Davis
Angie Formica
Leslie Kriewald
Studio 12 is a great place for kids and kids at heart.
Bring in the whole family for some artsy fun.
Grab a cupcake, latte, acai bowl or boba tea from the coffee bar and then create your own art. Choose from mosaic, pottery painting, glass fusion or learn to throw pottery on one of their five wheels.
Browse our gallery to find unique gifts made by local OBX artists
as well as owner Dawn Eskins.
Studio 12 is fun for all ages!
The Studio
Visit us!
Located in Avon Village on Hatteras Island NC
In front of Avon Fishing Pier
One road in and one road out, NC Hwy 12.