Beginner Pottery Workshop

January 12th – February 16th

on TUESDAYS | 6PM–9PM

January 13th – February 17th

on WEDNESDAYS | 6PM–9PM

Over the course of this workshop, you'll learn how to craft your own functional pottery from start to finish. Bella leads this comprehensive workshop covering everything from clay preparation to shaping pots. Whether you’re a complete novice or need a refresher, this course sets you on the path to confidently create ceramics on the wheel. Who knows, you might find yourself so enamored that you join our Co-op!

Students will learn about the stages that clay goes through—from wet, to leather-hard, to bone-dry—and about the hand tools used for trimming and creating texture on pots.

Skill Level: This workshop is ideal for folks with zero experience to those who've had a few lessons but need a refresher to improve their technique.

  • You'll learn how to:

    • Prepare the clay before working with it

    • Masterfully create with the guidance of your instructor

    • Refine your work

    • Glazing techniques


    What Happens After?
    Your pieces will be fired and ready 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of your workshop.
    What's included:

    • 20% discount on clay

    • Expert guidance from professional instructors

    • Use of the studio tools and equipment

    • Storage shelf

    • Cone 6 glazes


    Open Studio Access for Students (outside of class):

    Monday to Friday: 10:00pm–5:00pm

    Saturday & Sunday: 10:00–4:00pm

    Your pieces must be picked up within 30 days or they will become The Clay Co-op property.

  • COLLECTING YOUR WORK

    Your pieces must be picked up within 30 days at the end of the workshop or they will become The Clay Co-op property.

    LIABILITY

    The Clay Co-op and its employees are not liable or responsible for any accidental injury to students or any loss or damage to personal possessions.

    PHOTOGRAPHY / VIDEO

    The Clay Co-op reserves the right to take photographs and video footage during classes that may include students and to use the photographs and videos for the purpose of advertising our classes in all media in perpetuity and without payment to students.

    INFORMING OTHER PARTICIPANTS OF TERMS & CONDITIONS

    It is the responsibility of the person booking the class to inform other students participating of the Terms & Conditions.

    FINISHED WORK

    All care is taken to ensure students' pieces are made well, however, due to the inherent nature of this medium, Clay Co-op cannot be held responsible for any undesirable outcomes, including crackage, breakage, misfires, or something not turning out how you hoped.

  • Refunds will only be given if the request is made one week prior to the beginning of the class or workshop. There is a $25.00 non-refundable fee. No refunds will be issued after that time if a student withdraws. If The Co-op cancels a class or workshop up to the date of the first class for any reason, we will issue a full refund or credit.

    Class attendance is not mandatory. The Clay Co-op will not issue refunds for missed classes. Make up classes are not available. Students are encouraged to utilize open studio hours to catch up on work. Instructors will review all missed material in the following workshop class.