Emily's All Levels Wheel Class Tuesday afternoons 2-5pm and Tuesday evenings 6-9pm

This is an 8 week introductory wheel throwing class. You will learn the whole process of making an item from start to finish on the wheel. This includes wedging and centering the clay, throwing, trimming, as well as making items such as mugs, cups, bowls and plates. You will have the opportunity to throw on both an electric wheel and kick wheel. When enrolled in this class you have access to the clay and cone 6 glazes available in the studio. You are also able to use the studio during Open Studio days on Saturdays and Sundays from 9-1pm. Open studio time is for you to practice the skills you have learned in class, independently. No experience is necessary for this course, all skill levels welcome. This class may also be repeated and Emily will skillfully meet the needs of all levels.

Clara’s All Things Clay Class Wednesday afternoons 2-5pm

This is an 8-Week Ceramics Course with Clara Hodges. Open to all skill levels, whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your skills, this course offers a welcoming and creative space to learn and grow. This class covers essential hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, including pinch, coil, slab work, and wheel throwing. You’ll learn how to create a variety of functional and decorative pieces. Students will also explore glazing techniques, learning how to apply Cone 6 glazes to bring their pieces to life. Each participant will be working with Cone 6 clay, and all firing and materials are included in the course. To support your learning, you’ll have access to Open Studio hours on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 AM to 1 PM, providing extra time to practice independently.

Clara’s ALl levels wheel class Wednesday evenings 6-9pm

This is an 8 week introductory wheel throwing class. You will learn the whole process of making an item from start to finish on the wheel. This includes wedging and centering the clay, throwing, trimming, as well as making items such as mugs, cups, bowls and plates. You will have the opportunity to throw on both an electric wheel and kick wheel. When enrolled in this class you have access to the clay and cone 6 glazes available in the studio. You are also able to use the studio during Open Studio days on Saturdays and Sundays from 9-1pm. Open studio time is for you to practice the skills you have learned in class, independently. No experience is necessary for this course, all skill levels welcome. This class may also be repeated and Clara will skillfully meet the needs of all levels.

Paisley’s ALL THINGS Clay Class Thursday afternoons 2-5pm

This is an 8 week course open to all levels taught by experienced ceramic artist Paisley Hanson. Explore the endless possibilities of clay in this course. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your skills, this course offers a welcoming and creative space to learn and grow. This class covers essential hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, including pinch, coil, slab work, and wheel throwing. You’ll learn how to create a variety of functional and decorative pieces. Students will also explore glazing techniques, learning how to apply Cone 6 glazes to bring their pieces to life. Each participant will receive Cone 6 clay, and all firing and materials are included in the course. To support your learning, you’ll have access to Open Studio hours on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 AM to 1 PM, providing extra time to practice independently. 

Paisley’s Level 2: Intermediate HandBuilding Pottery Course

Take your hand-building skills to the next level in this eight-week intermediate pottery course with artist Paisley Hanson. In this course, we will focus on refining and expanding your skills in coiling, pinching, and slab construction techniques. You will learn how to create more complex forms, experiment with different textures and patterns, and develop your own unique style. Preferred if students come with projects and ideas. Each class will be structured around demonstrations requested by students. A 25 lbs bag of clay is included, with the option to purchase more. Enrolled students may utilize the studio independently on weekends. A basic understanding of ceramics is required, with an intermediate level preferred.

clayplay:wheel work with clara

Curious about wheel throwing? Want to see if it’s the right fit for you? Join Clara for Thursday Nights ClayPlay. Learn, create, and have fun as Clara walks you through different wheel throwing techniques, and get exposed to different throwing approaches based on your skill level. This is meant as a drop in class, and if you are wanting to keep your work you must sign up for another session in order to glaze or continue working, or sign up for multiple sessions. If you only sign up for one session, you will not be keeping your clay creation, just getting muddy trying something new!

Nikki’s Handbuilding pottery specials

LOCATION IN MUDROOM CLASSROOM first floor

In these 6 or 8 week courses you will use various handbuilding techniques such as slab, coil, and pinch. Sometimes combining techniques to make specific projects both functional and/or sculptural. The use of molds and templates will sometimes facilitate your process, and attention to surfaces, carving and negative spaces will liven up your forms. Students will also explore glazing techniques and learn how to apply Cone 6 glazes onto their work. Each participant will receive Cone 6 clay, and all firing and materials are included in the course. This is meant as a drop in class, and in some cases you must sign up for another session in order to glaze or continue working. Folks are welcome to sign up for multiple sessions!

Homeschool Open Studio Thursdays 10:15-11:30 (ages 5-9) and (ages 10-14) 12:30-1:45

LOCATION IN MUDROOM CLASSROOM first floor

We are opening up the studio for homeschool students ages 5-14 for open studio setting classes by age group where students will learn the basic fundamentals of working with clay in small groups. This will be an open-ended clayplay focusing on coil, pinch and slab techniques. Students will also learn glazing and surface design. doing both handbuilding and some wheel work.

Little Kids Clay Class (ages 5-8)

LOCATION IN MUDROOM CLASSROOM first floor

This is an 8 week ceramic course for children ages 5-8. This class offers young artists the opportunity to explore their creativity while experiencing the messy fun of clay. Guided by the teacher, students will learn the whole process of making forms from start to finish using various building techniques including wedging, slabwork, coiling, pinching and stamping. Using decorative and colorful underglazes and glazes, as well as occasional mixed media materials, students will create unique and imaginative works of art to take home. No prior experience working with clay is necessary, all skill levels are welcome. Students may repeat this class to work on new and evolving projects. Clay and glaze are included. Come play at Mud City Clay!

Bigger Kids Clay Class (ages 9-13)

LOCATION IN MUDROOM CLASSROOM first floor

This is an 8 week ceramic course for children ages 9-13. This class offers young artists the opportunity to explore their creativity while experiencing everything clay. You will learn the whole process of making an item from start to finish. This includes techniques like wedging, coil, pinch, slab, as well as wheel work. You will have the opportunity to create nonfunctional and functional items while using both handbuilding and wheel techniques. You will learn basic glazing using both underglazes and glaze. No experience is necessary, all skill levels welcome and the instructor will meet the needs of each student at their level. Students may repeat this class as the projects are ever-evolving! Teens 16 and older are encouraged to sign up for adult classes.

clayplay:handbuilding pottery with nikki

LOCATION IN MUDROOM CLASSROOM first floor

Curious about clay, but not sure it’s for you? Want to get back into Ceramics but not sure where to start? Join Nikki for our Handbuilding Clay Play nights! Learn, Create, and have fun as Nikki walks you through different hand building projects! Each week we have a new and exciting project for you to work on, or come with your own ideas.