New season, new skills.
Our fall series begins September 8th–14th.
Registration opens July 28th

six-week sessions:

Throughout this six-week workshop, you’ll learn the basics of slip casting, how to alter your slip-cast forms, and the raku firing process.
During Week one, you’ll choose from a variety of animal and creature molds (first-come, first-served)
to experience slip casting. In Weeks two–four, you’ll add and alter details to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Finally, in Weeks five and six, you’ll glaze and raku fire your creations, experimenting with the atmospheric effects that produce everything from smooth, matte surfaces to crackly, metallic finishes.

Instructor: Nathan Himes

This Isn’t Your Grandmother’s Hand-Building Workshop!

Join the wildly talented John Masello in this beginner friendly session, where art meets innovation.
John’s work blends ceramics, plastics, and fabrics with bold splashes of color,
creating a unique experience for students.
In this workshop, you’ll learn a variety of hand-building techniques used to create both abstract and functional pieces, with the pottery wheel playing a supporting role.

Students will also explore creative ways to plan and conceptualize their projects by using paper templates, sketches, and photographs. This is a perfect opportunity to push the boundaries of traditional ceramics and bring your artistic visions to life!

Instructor: John Masello

Designed for those who have completed our Introduction to Ceramics or have equivalent experience, this six-week course will build upon your core skills and take your pottery to the next level. We’ll enhance your throwing, trimming, and glazing techniques, helping you achieve greater consistency and explore more advanced projects.

Throughout the session, you’ll work on throwing with increased height and precision while experimenting with new forms that challenge and inspire you. You’ll delve into intermediate glaze theory and techniques, try your hand at donut forms and oxides, and learn more complex trimming methods.

Join us to refine your skills and create pottery that reflects your unique style and creativity. This intermediate workshop is all about expanding your abilities and pushing your creative boundaries with the guidance of our experienced instructors.

Instructor: Alex Murray, John Masello, Jess Burlage
*Intermediate workshop, prior wheel experience required

Explore advanced surface decoration techniques in this six-week, intermediate-level course for
wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramics. Each week covers a different method, including slip trailing, sgraffito, inlay, water etching, and underglaze transfers.
All necessary materials (slips, underglazes, and tools) are provided.

Designed for ceramic artists with prior wheel or hand-building experience, this course also integrates fundamental design principles such as color theory, composition, balance, and contrast to
enhance your creative decisions.

Instructor Jess holds a BFA in Animation and has over a decade of experience as a professional illustrator in the game industry bringing a unique perspective to the class. Her current passion is ceramic surface design, and she looks forward to sharing her expertise with you.

Instructor: Jess Burlage
*Intermediate workshop, prior wheel experience required

This six-week series covers all the foundational skills you need to get started in ceramics.
Each week, we’ll introduce and practice essential techniques, including wheel throwing, hand-building, trimming, surface decoration, and creating functional elements. You’ll have the chance to create, refine, and decorate your pieces as you steadily build your skills.

In the final session, we’ll focus on glazing techniques, providing you with the knowledge and practice to confidently finish your work. The course is structured to help you build a strong foundation and enhance your abilities for continued growth in ceramics.

Instructors: John Masello, Alex Murray, Nathan Himes, Jess Burlage

Six-Week Session Details:

Short Session Details:

Cost: $225 for three-weeks

Workshops meets scheduled date + 2 following weeks at same day of week and time
(this enrollment encompasses all three days)

Price includes all required tools, glazes & firing costs.

9 hours of instruction/ studio use

Ages 18 and older (unless otherwise noted)

Session Make-ups
Please make every effort to attend the first class session, as many important details are covered. Missed classes throughout the session may be made up during open studio hours for additional worktime, though the instructor will not be present. Make-up opportunities are at the studio’s discretion and not guaranteed.