This class is suitable for beginning to intermediate students. We will concentrate on the basics of wheel throwing from centering, opening, and shaping of a pot, with the initial focus on understanding the basics of making the foundational shape of cylinders. Once you have achieved those, the world of clay opens to you!

Students will work at their own pace and level, to learn the skills of the life cycle of a pot from wedging clay, trimming, glazing and finishing. Individuals with be helped at their own level of skill, with group or individual demonstrations as required. We want to encourage learning, experimenting and technique improvement.

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. 

This class is suitable for beginning to intermediate students. We will concentrate on the basics of wheel throwing from centering, opening, and shaping of a pot. With initial focus on understanding the basics of making the foundational shape of cylinders. Once you have achieved those, the world of clay opens!

Students will work at their own pace and level, to learn the skills of the life cycle of a pot from wedging clay, trimming, glazing and finishing. Individuals with be helped at their own level of skill, with group or individual demonstrations as required. We want to encourage learning, experimenting and technique improvement.

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. 

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. 

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
• some light plastic to cover your pieces (drycleaning bags are the best)
• 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. Clay must be kept on 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 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 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. 

This course is for the beginner through intermediate level pottery student and provides instruction on basic pottery making techniques. Topics include introduction to throwing on the potter’s wheel, applying glaze and introduction to firing in an electric kiln. Students will work on self-directed independent projects with impromptu discussions and demonstrations based on individual needs. Students have the opportunity to work on individual clay projects of their choice and at their own pace to develop their skill level and personal style while receiving guidance from the instructor.

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. 

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 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.