Most courses are eight weeks in duration and meet once a week for three hours. Unless otherwise noted, they are suitable for all levels.
Wheel students will learn or/and continue to advance their skills throwing, trimming, and glazing. Hand building students will learn all techniques to create unique one-of-a-kind pieces including slab work, coiling, and pinch pots.
The cost for adult classes is $495 for eight weeks. This includes clay and glazes, and two free drop in practice sessions. Students provide their own tools, aprons and towels. Firing fees are invoiced on a monthly basis. The cost is 5 cents per cubic inch for each piece fired (covering both the bisque and glaze firing). Additional three and four hour practice sessions can be reserved by students at an additional cost ($40).
Full payment is required at registration. There are no make-up classes. The teacher listed is scheduled to teach, but another qualified teacher may cover if necessary, for a class or an entire course. All participants must be at least 18 years of age (except for kids hand building and teen wheel courses).
Wheel May–June
| Day | Dates + price | Time | Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon exp. required | 4/27–6/22 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/25) | 6:15–9:15pm | Patricia Oetken |
| Tues | 4/28–6/16 8 weeks, $495 | 1:30–4:30pm | Marianne Kerry |
| Tues | 4/28–6/16 8 weeks, $495 | 6–9pm | Danielle Ben-David |
| Wed | 4/29–6/17 8 weeks, $495 | 6–9pm | Barbara Stone |
| Thurs | 4/30–6/18 8 weeks, $495 | 6–9pm | Steven Fehler |
| Fri AM | 4/24–6/19 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/22) | 10:30am–1:30pm | Patricia Oetken |
| Fri | 4/24–6/19 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/22) | 5:30–8:30pm | Mia Masucci |
| Sat AM | 4/25–6/20 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/23) | 11am–2pm | Mia Masucci |
| Sun AM | 5/10–7/5 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/24) | 10:30am–1:30pm | Sabrina Loureiro |
| Sun | 5/3–6/28 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/24) | 5:30–8:30pm | Patricia Oetken |
Hand Building May–June
| Day | Dates + price | Time | Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tues AM | 4/28–5/19 4 weeks, $247.50 | 10:30am–1:30pm | Richard Stauffacher |
| Tues AM | 5/26–6/16 4 weeks, $247.50 | 10:30am–1:30pm | Richard Stauffacher |
| Wed | 4/29–6/17 8 weeks, $495 | 5:30–8:30pm | Doreen Baskin |
Hand Building — ages 6 to 12
Pinch, roll, coil, or flatten to make functional or sculptural pieces. Learn the basic hand building techniques with enough guidance to inspire creativity. Project ideas are presented by the teacher at each class, but are open-ended, always keeping individual interests in mind.| Day | Dates + price | Time | Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 5/3–6/28 8 weeks, $440 (no class 5/24) | 2:30–4pm | Laura Shortman |
Wheel — ages 12+
Learn the techniques of professional potters, including how to make functional pieces — mugs, vases, bowls, etc. Firing Fees are additional (5 cents per cubic inch), tallied at the end of each month.| Day | Dates + price | Time | Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5/4–6/29 8 weeks, $495 (no class 5/25) | 3:30–6pm | Mia Masucci |
Refunds + Cancellations
Pottery Courses
In order to receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 days before the start date of the course — there is a $20 processing fee. If a cancellation is made less than 7 days before the start date, half of the course fee will be forfeited and half will be held as credit in your account for future registrations (expires after 6 months). There are no refunds within 24 hours of the course start time or once the course has begun.
Workshops
In order to receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the workshop — there is a $20 processing fee. There are no partial refunds or credits on workshop fees. There are no refunds within 24 hours of the workshop start time.
Practice Sessions
In addition to the course time, we encourage students to sign up for practice time. While there will always be a staff person on duty, this is for independent work. Each session lasts 4 hours long and costs $40. Registered students can easily schedule and pay for their practice sessions online.
Practice Sessions
Fridays 1:30–5pm
Saturdays 2–6pm
Sundays 1:30–5:30pm
These hours are subject to change. From time to time, they may be altered, or the studio may close for holidays or private events. We let you know in advance whenever possible to assist you in planning.
Gift Cards
Gift certificates can be purchased online. All gift cards expire within one year of the date of purchase. The certificates can be redeemed by emailing us.