Adult Courses
Session 8: Nov.4th - Dec.22nd (6 weeks) In Session! No Classes the week of Thanksgiving
Session 1: Jan.6th - Feb.16th (6 weeks) Enroll Now!
As our studio is small and space is limited many of our classes fill quickly. If you aren’t able to attend a course in the upcoming session please add you name to the waitlist to be contacted for an opening in a course and for priority enrollment in the subsequent session. See waiting list link below the course offerings.
Morning Courses
Mondays 10am-1pm
Beginner-Intermediate - Pottery Wheel
This course meets Mondays from 10am-1pm with Rachel Lansman during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan.6th - Feb.10th (6 weeks)
This course is for any students who would like to learn the basics of using the potters wheel or refine their throwing skills. Lessons will include functional pots such as mugs, bowls, and plates as well as decorative forms. Students interested in going further can work on a variety of techniques from closed forms, to vessels with lids and spouts, to altering and adding hand-built elements to throw pieces. Instruction will also cover the fundamentals of glazing and surface design. Along with weekly demos, the instructor will work one on one with students to help with their projects.
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
To sign up choose a session from the drop down menu.
Wednesdays 10am-1pm
Beginners
Meets every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm with Elizabeth Galbreath during the session you choose from the drop down menu
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan.8th - Feb.12th (6 weeks)
This class will incorporate both handbuilding and throwing demonstrations along with various techniques for surface decoration for students of all levels. The instructor will provide an overview of techniques and ideas for inspiration each class. Students will choose how they would like to work and are encouraged to pursue their own ideas for projects. Intermediate students may work on independent projects with the help of the instructor .
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
To sign up choose a session from the drop down menu.
Thursdays 10am-1pm
Beginner- Intermediate
Meets on Thursdays 10:00am- 1:00pm with John Robinson, (covering for Lucy Alexander) during the session you choose from the drop down menu below.
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan.9th - Feb.13th (6 weeks)
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For students who are interested in beginner-intermediate wheel throwing techniques. John will focus on teaching throwing basics such as centering and shaping work on the wheel for beginners, while also offering more challenging projects for more advanced students.
As an instructor, John seeks to help students overcome the many challenges of working with clay. He focuses on wedging, centering, and throwing off the hump. He also teaches sgraffito and decal application. Most importantly, John wants his students to have a positive experience while working with clay. Along with weekly demos, John will work one on one with students to help them with their techniques and projects.
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
Fridays 9am-12pm
Beginner- Intermediate
Meets on Fridays from 9:00am-12:00pm with Diane Sanfilippo during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan.10th - Feb. 14th (6 weeks)
This course is for any students who would like to learn the basics of using the potters wheel or refine their throwing skills. Lessons will include functional pots such as cups, mugs, bowls, vases and bottles. Students interested in going further can work on a variety of techniques from closed forms, to vessels with lids and spouts, to altering and adding hand-built elements to thrown pieces. Instruction will also cover the fundamentals of glazing. Along with weekly demos, the instructor will work one on one with students to help with their projects.
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio. Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
To sign up choose a session from the drop down menu.
Evening Courses
Mondays 6pm-9pm
Intermediate - Advanced: Must have at 1-2 years of experience or have taken at least 3 pottery wheel courses.
Meets every Monday from 6:00- 9:00pm with Jordan Reynolds during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan. 6th - Feb. 10th (6 weeks)
Muddy Mondays are for intermediate-to-advanced clay workers looking to further expand their skill set, take on new challenges and/or tackle specific projects or series of work. Jordan will focus most of his instruction on functional pottery, but he is always happy to help students explore more decorative and sculptural forms and techniques. At the beginning of each session, students will be surveyed to help Jordan plan a project or series of demos that will guide instruction for the for the session including: throwing multi-part forms, throwing large, sgraffito, slip decoration, working in series, throwing and altering forms, advanced decoration techniques , teapot-making, and anything else the class is curious to explore together.
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
To sign up choose a session from the drop down menu.
Tuesdays 6pm-9pm
Beginner-Intermediate
Meets every Tuesday from 6:00-9:00pm with Robert Abrams during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan 7th- Feb. 11th (6 weeks)
Led by the skilled and engaging Robert Abrams, this class is perfect for students of all levels who aspire to master the art of Hancbuilding. Whether you're a novice eager to experience the thrill of shaping clay or an experienced potter seeking to refine your technique, this course has something for everyone. Robert, a master of both storytelling and pottery instruction, brings his unique blend of creativity and expertise to the classroom, ensuring a dynamic and enriching learning experience for all.
Throughout the course, Robert will focus on laying a strong foundation in handbuilding fundamentals, covering essential techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab work along with glazing and other slip and surface decoration techniques. Students are encouraged to reach beyond their comfort zone no matter the skill level. Along with weekly demos, Robert will work one on one with students to help with their projects.
Beginners will benefit from Robert's patient and hands-on approach, as he guides them through the basics and provides personalized instruction to address individual needs.
For intermediate to advanced students, the class will delve deeper into more advanced techniques. One on one guidance and valuable insights from Robert will elevate your individual projects and skills to the next level.
Please note: There will be no Pottery wheel instruction or guidance offered during this class. All instructional focus will be on handbuilding.
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
To sign up choose a session date from the drop down menu.
Wednesdays 6pm-9pm
Beginners
Meets on Wednesdays from 6:00- 9:00pm with Serenity Berntson during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan.8th - Jan.12th (6 weeks)
Serenity’s teaching style is hands on and personal. She keeps structured instruction to a minimum and instead prefers to work one and one with students. This allows her to tailor her approach to individual learning styles. She especially loves teaching the basics to beginners and has some tricks for centering and throwing that help students catch on quickly. All curriculum in this course includes demos and hands on assistance with all of the below:
How to throw including a bonus comprehensive, printable tutorial
How and when to trim
Multiple ways to make handles and how to attach them
Overview of surface design methods
Basics of glazing including multiple methods for applying glaze
Studio policies and basic best practices for working with clay
Basic overview of clay bodies and stages of the pottery process
Questions and exploration outside of the standard course curriculum are always welcome. If you see something you’d like to try, just bring an image and Serenity will do her best to walk you through how to achieve it including demos and process steps.
You can expect class to start with a 20-30 minute demo for the first 4 weeks. The rest of the class is open studio time and Serenity is available to offer hands on assistance or requested demos as needed..
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
To sign up choose a session from the drop down menu.
Thursdays 6pm-9pm
All Levels-Beginners Welcome
Meets on Thursdays from 6:00-9:00pm with Robert Abrams during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan.9th - Feb.13th (6 weeks)
For students of all levels who want to learn how to use the potter's wheel. This class focuses on throwing fundamentals for the beginners and more advanced techniques for experienced students.
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of pottery, led by the skilled and engaging instructor, Robert Abrams. This class is perfect for students of all levels who aspire to master the art of throwing on the wheel.
Whether you're a novice eager to experience the thrill of shaping clay or an experienced potter seeking to refine your technique, this course has something for everyone. Robert, a master of both storytelling and pottery instruction, brings his unique blend of creativity and expertise to the classroom, ensuring a dynamic and enriching learning experience for all.
Throughout the course, Robert will focus on laying a strong foundation in throwing fundamentals, covering essential techniques such as centering, pulling, and shaping. Beginners will benefit from Robert's patient and hands-on approach, as he guides them through the basics and provides personalized instruction to address individual needs.
For intermediate to advanced students, the class will delve deeper into more advanced techniques, such as altering forms, creating intricate shapes, and experimenting with surface textures and glazes. Robert's expertise shines as he demonstrates these techniques and offers valuable insights to help students elevate their skills to the next level.
With a carefully designed sequence of class lessons, Robert ensures that each student receives a comprehensive introduction to all the basic skills needed to excel on the potter's wheel. From throwing simple vessels to tackling complex projects, his pottery demos cater to a diverse range of interests and abilities.
To sign up choose the session from the drop down menu below.