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 a 4 week class.

This class is designed for any skill level and will focus on all aspects of ceramic sculpture and wheel throwing from concept to completion. We will discuss elements of 3-dimensional design, methods of constructing with clay, and surface treatments.

Students will design work based on personal interest and will be encouraged to stretch their imaginations. We will experiment with several different techniques including wheel throwing fundamentals, modeling and slab building. Students will finish their work using a range of surface treatments including texture, ceramic glaze, and polychrome.

Group demonstrations and instruction will be based on students’ interests and questions. Individual instruction will be provided at each class to promote student success. This class is intended for adults 18 years and older.

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 cannot 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. 

This is an 8 week class.

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

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 cannot 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. 

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

This is an 8 week class.

Looking for that special gift for Mother's Day or just to treat yourself? Look no further - this is an amazing workshop.

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.

All clay, materials and tools are provided in this class.

This is an external instructor, in registering for this class you are comitting to attend. If a participant wishes to cancel they have until April 25th, 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. 

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at ceramics, even if you are a total beginner? This fantastic three hour workshop is just for you. It is designed to unlock your inner potter and discover your creative side. 

Participants will get to explore several different methods of working with clay, including wheel throwing, slab building and modeling. It is a hands-on experience that will let you learn and have fun all at the same time. This workshop is open to anyone ages 16 and up, you are never too old!!

Materials will be provided. 

While this is a process workshop meant to give the student a chance to experience clay, students may choose their one favorite piece to be glazed and finished by our talented 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.

Please read the mud puppy policy document on our website before agreeing or applying for mudpuppy.

Upon registration you will be placed into a waiting list so we can confirm your registration. Mud Puppy is open access to the studio for students who can work independently. To be eligible, 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 before 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 class will introduce students aged 9-16 to the wonderful workings 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 throwing on a potters wheel.

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 a 4 week class.

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at ceramics, even if you are a total beginner? This fantastic three hour workshop is just for you. It is designed to unlock your inner potter and discover your creative side. 

Participants will get to explore several different methods of working with clay, including wheel throwing, slab building and modeling. It is a hands-on experience that will let you learn and have fun all at the same time. This workshop is open to anyone ages 16 and up, you are never too old!!

Materials will be provided. 

While this is a process workshop meant to give the student a chance to experience clay, students may choose their one favorite piece to be glazed and finished by our talented 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.