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Pottery on the Wheel with Ari, Tues PM Sept-Nov
with Ariana Williams
Ready to get your hands dirty and unleash your creative power? Join this ultimate ceramics revolution where we transform simple earth into enduring art. This immersive, all-levels class is your chance to discover the powerful, satisfying zen found in the rhythmic focus of the potter's wheel.
We'll guide you through the essential foundational skills, starting with the vital techniques of wedging and centering the clay, and moving quickly into throwing functional vessels of various shapes and sizes. You'll master altering forms and assembling multi-part pieces on the wheel. But we don't stop at the spin. You will explore the complex transformation of clay, covering everything from understanding clay bodies and utilizing professional tools, to unlocking brilliant results with various glazing techniques.
With personalized guidance to help you reach your individual goals, you’ll leave with more than just pots—you’ll gain the skills to create beautiful, tangible ceramic masterpieces, both functional and sculptural.
*The class fee includes all your essential supplies: 22 ½ pounds of clay, tools, glazes, and firing for the session. With a student-to-instructor ratio of 8:1, you can count on plenty of individual attention.
*No class will be held on Wednesday November 25, 2026.
Friday Night Clay: Handcrafted Espresso Set
with Ann-Marie Hutton
Unwind into the weekend with a hands-on evening in the ceramic studio creating your very own complete set of 6 ceramic espresso cups. Whether you want to fashion a sleek matching collection for hosting, craft a charmingly varied mix-and-match set, or make thoughtful handmade gifts to share, this workshop offers a relaxed and welcoming space for all skill levels.
No prior pottery experience is necessary as you explore foundational techniques to shape, smooth, and detail your mini vessels. You will have complete creative freedom to add custom handles, carved patterns, or stamped textures before selecting your favorite glazes from our studio palette.
All clay, tools, glazes, and double-firing services are provided. All you have to do is show up in comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little clay-dusted. After class, our studio team will handle the drying, glazing, and firing process, leaving your finished set food- and dishwasher-safe.
Pottery on the Wheel Wed AM
with Ann-Marie Hutton
Slow down, get your hands messy, and discover the potter’s wheel. This all-levels course combines relaxation and creativity, turning simple earth into functional art. Whether you want to unwind after work or explore a new craft, you will move at your own pace in a supportive environment.
We will guide you step-by-step through wedging and centering, before moving into throwing, altering forms, and assembling shapes on the wheel. Beyond the spin, you will experiment with various glazing techniques and learn to use studio tools to finish your work.
Tuition covers everything you need: 22.5 pounds of clay, tools, glazes, and session firings. All you need to bring is yourself and a willingness to learn. Be sure to wear clothes that you are okay with getting dirty.
With an 8:1 student-to-instructor ratio, you get direct guidance tailored to your goals. You will leave with finished ceramic pieces and a grounding, fun new skill.
Friday Night Clay: Ceramic Haunted Houses
with Ann-Marie Hutton
Kick off the cozy autumn season with a hands-on evening in the pottery studio sculpting a classic ceramic haunted house inspired by collectible village displays. Bring the family and build out a halloween village or create a standalone spooky architectural accent.
This workshop guides you step-by-step through designing a miniature building complete with intricate trim, crooked roofs, shuttered windows, and character-filled details.No prior pottery experience is needed as you learn foundational slab construction and handbuilding techniques to build your house from the ground up. You will learn how to join clay walls, score and slip architectural features, and carve fine details like brickwork, shingles, or tiny overgrown vines before finishing your piece with our vibrant underglazes.
All clay, sculpting tools, glazes, and double-firing services are provided. Please wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a bit of clay on. After class, our studio team will handle the drying, glazing, and kiln firing.
Pottery on the Wheel Monday AM
with Ann-Marie Hutton
Slow down, get your hands messy, and discover the potter’s wheel. This all-levels course combines relaxation and creativity, turning simple earth into functional art. Whether you want to unwind after work or explore a new craft, you will move at your own pace in a supportive environment.
We will guide you step-by-step through wedging and centering, before moving into throwing, altering forms, and assembling shapes on the wheel. Beyond the spin, you will experiment with various glazing techniques and learn to use studio tools to finish your work.
Tuition covers everything you need: 22.5 pounds of clay, tools, glazes, and session firings. All you need to bring is yourself and a willingness to learn. Be sure to wear clothes that you are okay with getting dirty.
With an 8:1 student-to-instructor ratio, you get direct guidance tailored to your goals. You will leave with finished ceramic pieces and a grounding, fun new skill.
Friday Night Clay: Halloween Votives
with Ann-Marie Hutton
Gather in the studio for a festive autumn evening at the pottery wheel throwing a set of 4 ceramic Halloween votive holders. Whether you choose to carve grinning jack-o'-lantern faces into the soft clay, pierce subtle crescent moons and stars, or trim spooky silhouettes like bats and bare trees, this workshop gives you complete creative freedom to transform wheel-thrown cylinders into a matching set or four entirely unique candle holders.
No prior wheel experience is necessary as you learn the basics of centering, opening, and pulling up the walls of small vessels. Once your vessels are off the wheel, you will learn how to pierce, cut, and alter the damp clay so the warm glow of a tea light or votive candle casts eerie, flickering shadows across the room. After shaping and detailing, you will finish your collection by selecting your glazes from our custom studio palette.
All clay, wheel setup, trimming tools, glazes, and double-firing services are included. Make sure to come in comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little muddy. Following the session, our studio team will handle the drying, glazing, and firing process, leaving your complete 4-piece set fully fired just in time for your spooky season decorating.
Pottery on the Wheel with Ari, Mon PM Oct-Dec
with Ariana Williams
Note: This class will not meet November 9th
Ready to get your hands dirty and unleash your creative power? Join this ultimate ceramics revolution where we transform simple earth into enduring art. This immersive, all-levels class is your chance to discover the powerful, satisfying zen found in the rhythmic focus of the potter's wheel.
We'll guide you through the essential foundational skills, starting with the vital techniques of wedging and centering the clay, and moving quickly into throwing functional vessels of various shapes and sizes. You'll master altering forms and assembling multi-part pieces on the wheel. But we don't stop at the spin. You will fully explore the complex transformation of clay, covering everything from understanding different clay bodies and utilizing professional tools, to unlocking brilliant results with various glazing techniques and the fascinating world of glaze chemistry.
With personalized guidance to help you reach your individual goals, you’ll leave with more than just pots—you’ll gain the skills to create beautiful, tangible ceramic masterpieces, both functional and sculptural. With a student-to-instructor ratio of 8:1, you can count on plenty of individual attention.
Friday Night Clay: Falling Leaves Chime
with Ann-Marie Hutton
Welcome the autumn breeze with a relaxed evening in the studio handcrafting a custom ceramic wind chime. Inspired by the gentle tumble of seasonal foliage, this workshop guides you through cutting, texturing, and shaping individual clay leaf charms along with a central hanging top piece to create a soothing, rustic piece of outdoor art for your porch or garden.
No prior pottery experience is needed as you explore simple slab-building, cutting, and carving techniques to bring your leaves to life. You will learn how to carve or stamp intricate vein details, shape organic contours, and pierce secure hanging holes into every piece before selecting vibrant autumn glazes from our studio palette to make your leaves pop.
All clay, tools, glazes, stringing materials, and double-firing services are included. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little clay on. Following the session, our studio team will handle the drying, glazing, firing and assembly.