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After much consideration, we have decided to push the re-opening of Mud Matters back by 3 weeks.

This decision was not an easy one as we know that all of us have been looking forward to the pleasure and creative outlet of working with clay. The rising COVID infection rates have had numerous implications for our business planning and activity. We feel it is a safer and wiser decision to put off our reopening and will contribute to a stronger business in the long run.

All course dates have been shifted by 3 weeks and the schedule will begin with our first course starting on Monday, February 7. We are postponing our Pottery Boot Camp to Monday, February 21.

We are looking forward to greeting you at the studio in a short while. 

Best wishes,
Julie and Peggy
Co-Owners

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We are so happy to announce the reopening of Mud Matters in mid-January 2022!

Mud Matters will be offering courses for potters of every level — from total beginners to those who have practiced for many years. Our courses are longer in length and smaller in size. Clay, glazes and tools are included and practice sessions can be reserved throughout the week. Our teaching staff is stellar, with several returning artists and some fresh faces. Our faculty have myriad experiences to share and inspire. See our class schedule »

Safety and health remain a top priority for us. Proof of vaccination and mask wearing are required for everyone entering the studio. 

We invite anyone interested in becoming a studio member to join our sister studio, La Mano Pottery, on 26th Street in Chelsea. Studio Membership is for people with previous clay experience who want to work independently. Contact us if you are interested in studio membership at La Mano.

For over 20 years, we have been the proud owners of pottery studios. It has been our mission to foster a welcoming environment where creative individuals can produce beautiful one-of-a-kind ceramic work and enjoy the challenges and rewards of working with clay. As ceramic artists, we work alongside our students and friends. We feel immensely blessed by the community and the work we do

We invite you to become involved in our studios and to discover or rediscover the magic of working with clay.

Yours in mud,
Julie and Peggy
Co-Owners

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We are happy to share that the studio will be reopening on October 1st. Things will be different of course, but the changes will actually help you focus on your clay work by giving you more space and less distractions. In order to create a safe studio environment, masks will be required, access to the studio will be limited to 8 people at a time (by appointment), wheels and work tables have been arranged at least 6 feet apart, and air filtration and exhaust measures have been put in place. Please note: Courses are suspended until at least January 2021. Stay tuned for updates.

If you are interested in joining as a member, please contact us using the email form on our Contact page »

Monthly Studio Membership is $300 and includes:

  • use of a designated studio area (throwing, hand building, glazing) for up to 6 hours a week (24 hours a month)
  • 3 hour sessions pre scheduled through an online calendar
  • a roomy, clean personal studio space
  • a dedicated shelf for tools and works in progress
  • use of clay and studio glazes
  • use of cone 5-6 commercial glazes 
  • technical support via FaceTime/phone
  • classes/meetings/workshops
  • discussions via Zoom on selected topics 
  • firing fees will remain at 5 cents per cubic inch (to cover both bisque and glaze firings)
  • we ask for an intention of at least a 3 month membership

Monthly Work At Home Membership is $150 and includes: 

  • technical support via FaceTime/phone
  • classes/meetings/workshops
  • discussions via Zoom on selected topics 
  • option to purchase clay from the studio
  • firing fees will remain at 5 cents per cubic inch (to cover both bisque and glaze firings)
  • use of cone 5-6 commercial glazes 
  • scheduled glazing sessions (3 hour time slots) are $40 (no additional drop-off fee)
  • we ask for an intention of at least a 3 month membership (can be converted to an in studio membership if space is available)

If you are interested in joining as a member, please contact us using the email form on our Contact page »