Watercolor artist, Beth Bale, will be teaching a series of beginner watercolor painting classes, January through March.  These classes are for people who want to learn watercolor techniques and become more confident in their use of this amazing artistic medium.  No experience is necessary.   Students will be taught specific watercolor techniques each class and Beth will do demonstrations of these techniques. Students will create a painting each class as she guides the class in the painting for the day.  The classes will focus on animals, landscapes, and more (with input from the students who sign up).  Classes are fun and supportive.  Beth is an encouraging teacher.

Students will be sent the materials list for the classes so they can have their own supplies or may use Beth’s paints, paper, brushes and palettes for $5/class.  Students using Beth’s 4 basic supplies will still need to bring the other basic items on the materials list.

Cost: $150 for the series of 6 classes (sorry, but there are no refunds for classes missed)

Dates: Sunday, January 19th & 26th; February 9th & 23rd; and March 9th & 23rd. Please note these are not consecutive dates.

Time: 4:30pm to 6:30pm

This class will introduce students aged 9-16 to the wonderful potential of clay. We will teach many different handbuilding techniques for creating and finishing projects in clay.

Students will dive into their imaginations to make fun pottery pieces that can be used and treasured. The last session of class will give students a quick introduction to wheel work.

Clay will be provided, studio glazes and firing. Wear old clothes, closed toe shoes, and bring an old towel. Bring a snack and invite a friend to register too!

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. Please help us spread the word to other friends to get the class to run.. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

This is the perfect chance to spend some time with your bestie, and get your Demi Moore and Patrick Swayzy inner pottery 'Ghost' going.

The evening will consist of creating simple projects in clay with hands-on instruction, either by using the pottery wheel or hand building methods. Everyone will get to take home their 1 best piece from the evening. 

We need a minimum 4 people to hold the class so sign up now and get your friends to come along too!  The fee is per person. 

A fun evening for friends, couples, girl friends, guys etc.  Bring your own beer or wine to have a fun time, we'll provide the music!!! 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

Any questions contact us at Clayworxstudios@gmail.com. Classes are subject to cancellation if the minimum enrollment is not met. 

You will be notified when your piece(s) are ready, this can be 2-3 weeks post the session depending on our kiln firing schedule. Please be patient with us as we dry,  bisque fire, then glaze fire your pieces - it can sometimes be a slow process.   Pieces will be held for 8 weeks after we have contacted you, after that time they will be deemed abandoned.

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at ceramics but you have no experience? This three hour workshop encourages beginners to discover their inner potter. 

Participants will have an opportunity to explore several different methods of working with clay including wheel throwing, slab building and modeling. This workshop is open to anyone ages 16 and up.

Materials will be provided. 

While this is a process workshop meant to give the student a chance to experience clay, students may choose their (1) best piece to be glazed and finished by the instructor. 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

You will be notified when your piece(s) are ready. This can be 2-3 weeks post the session depending on our kiln firing schedule. Please be patient with us as we dry,  bisque fire, then glaze fire your pieces. This can sometimes be a slow process.   Pieces will be held for 8 weeks after we have contacted you, after that time they will be deemed abandoned.

We are closed for the holidays from December 22nd,  2024.The studio reopens January 5th. There is no access to anyone during this time. 

Mud Puppy is open access to the studio for students who can work independently. All mud puppies must have attended at least 3 full class sessions with ClayWorx Studios in order to be considered eligible. Consideration is based on the recommendation of their instructor. Safety in the studio is paramount.

If you are new to mud puppy, please contact us at clayworxstudios@gmail.com prior to signing up.  We refer the right to turn down independent access based on an individual's experience.

Monthly Mudpuppy fee schedule: 

• $250/month - dual enrollment discount of 20% off the lowest priced item out of class or mudpuppy.*
• You may bring your own clay or purchase clay from the studio $25/bag  (upcharges apply where applicable for 266 and Porcelain).
• Access to studio glazes

Firing fees:

• bisque $3.75 per ½ shelf minimum, $7.50 per shelf, or $30 full kiln. 
• glaze $10 per ½ shelf minimum, $20 per shelf, or $80 full kiln 
• Height on tall pieces must to be considered - up to 8” one shelf, 8-12” 2 shelves high, 12-18” 3 shelves high, 24” plus is 4 shelves. 

*Duel enrollment discount – all work made outside of the 3-hour class time is subject to firing fees as listed above.

We work on an honors system for determining your firing fees based on your production. If you are taking a class, fees for those pieces are exempt.  Fees are due at the end of each month, and please make payment in a timely fashion. 

Mud puppies may use the studio during scheduled class time, only if there is sufficient space to allow for increased attendance. Please check with an instructor prior to attending the session. The studio is closed to Mud Puppies on Friday mornings until 12:00 Noon and every other Wednesday morning for cleaning (please check the studio Google calendar for specific dates).

Mud puppies are in the studio for their own independent work. If they attend and wish to participate in a class, they need to enroll in that class separately. 

Your registration is for you alone. If you wish to bring ad hoc guests, please contact clayworxstudios@gmail.com to make arrangements prior to using the studio resources.

You will be given a key code to access the studio.  A maximum of 4 Mud Puppy participants will be assigned at any time. The agreements are from the 1st to the end of the month.

We are not accepting production potters at this time due to kiln capacity. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

This two-day weekend workshop will combine instructor demonstration and student hands-on participation to create birch bark from clay. Eric will share a wealth of clay techniques to make realistic bark baskets and vessels. Students will try the techniques on a small piece to keep. In addition to birch bark creation, Eric will emphasize sculptural elements, ways of seeing as an artist, and anecdotally share his experiences making, marketing and selling wheel thrown and hand-built works in clay.

Students will leave with knowledge on how to:

• Manually create large slabs without the use of a slab roller.       
• Handle and assemble slabs of clay.
• Use templates for making projects from slabs.
• Mix and use slips of different consistencies and viscosities.
• Recreate the look of birch bark in clay.
• Recreate the look of leather straps in clay for incorporation into birch projects.
• Mix and use ceramic stains in layers and for visual accent.

Eric Serritella is recognized internationally as one of the top ceramic trompe l’oeil artists in the world. He specializes in hand-carved sculptures transforming clay into birch, charred and weathered logs. His one-of-a-kind pieces are known for their hyper-realism, and have been shown, awarded and collected on five continents for their exquisite organic design and incredibly lifelike textures. Works have been contributed to nearly 160 exhibitions with over two dozen pieces in museum collections including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Carnegie Museum of Art and the Mint Museum.

Eric was honored by the James Renwick Alliance as the 2016 Distinguished Artist in Ceramics at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. His 2018 solo show at Jason Jacques Gallery was recommended in the NY Times and he has received positive acclaim by Architectural Digest and renowned art critic/historian Daniella Ohad. Serritella is also an accomplished potter, having studied with production potters in the USA and with four masters in Taiwan. 

Throughout all his workshops, Eric emphasizes visual elements, ways of seeing as an artist, and anecdotally shares his experiences making, marketing and selling wheel-thrown and hand-built works in clay. He is a fun, engaging and mindful presenter who is sure to help bring new techniques, ideas and life to your creations.

In registering for this class you are comitting to attend. If a participant wishes to cancel they have until February 14th, there are no refunds for cancellation after this date.  If Clayworx cancels at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved, or for any other factor, your money will be refunded. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

This class is open to all levels and is designed for beginners to explore a variety of pottery making techniques. Start your clay adventures off by building a great foundation with class demonstrations and guided lessons. Each class will focus on the fundamentals you need to develop your skills. We’ll explore building with slabs, coils, pinching and throwing along with trimming and finishing touches that get amazing results.

What do I need to bring:

• Wear old clothes or an apron
• Closed toe shoes, NO SANDALS for safety
• Light plastic to cover your pieces 
• Pottery tools if you have them, but we have plenty to borrow if you don't!
• Bring a friend, and have some fun.

Class includes 25lbs clay.  Students may use any of the clay types but  some clay bodies have an upcharge. Please pick up clay during the session. Clay may not be "banked" for future pick up. Please write your name on your clay and keep it on your student shelf. Any unopened clay not used during the session must be stored at home. 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

Discover the endless possibilities hand building has to offer to make functional and unique pottery.  Students of all experience levels will enjoy learning new techniques in this class.

We will focus on a variety of slab forming methods and surface decoration to create visual interest.

Learn how to make and use your own templates, stamps, sprig molds and bisque molds to enhance your work. Add volume and change the basic cylinder using altering techniques. Students with wheel experience will learn how to combine thrown and hand built components to alter pieces and create even more complex forms.

What do I need to bring?

• Wear old clothes or an apron.
• Closed toe shoes, NO SANDALS for safety.
• Light plastic to cover your pieces.
• Pottery tools if you have them, but we have plenty to borrow if you don't!
• Bring a friend, and have some fun.

Class includes 25lbs clay.  Students may use any of the clay types but  some clay bodies have an upcharge. Please pick up clay during the session. Clay may not be "banked" for future pick up. Please write your name on your clay and keep it on your student shelf. Any unopened clay not used during the session must be stored at home. 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies.