Please note there is no class on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th, 2026.

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!

Class includes 25lbs clay.  Students can 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 could 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 a 7 week class.

Please note there is no class on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th, 2026.

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!
• encourage a friend to join you taking classes, and have some fun.

Class includes 25lbs clay.  Students can 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. Clay must be kept on student shelf. Any unopened clay not used during the session must be stored at home. 

Classes could 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 a 7 week class.