Intro Wheel Workshops
Saturday, Jan 17 6–8pm, with Laura Shortman
Saturday, Feb 7 6:30–8:30pm, with Sabrina Loureiro
Saturday, Mar 21 6:30–8:30pm, with Sherry Sontag
Learn how to make a hand made pot in this fun and informative 2 hour workshop. Our expert teachers will guide you in the basic techniques of 'throwing' on the pottery wheel. After the workshop, we will trim, glaze, and fire your work and, within a few weeks, you will have your masterpiece to take home! All this for $95. Please note: Participants must be 18 or older and there is a cancellation/refund fee of $20.
Intro Hand Building Workshop
Saturday, Mar 21 6–8pm, with Isabella Jansen
Learn to make functional or sculptural ceramic art in this fun and informative 2 hour workshop. The class will begin with a short demonstration followed by guided instruction for you to make your own unique piece(s). Register with friends or come alone for this joyful, relaxing class. After the workshop, we will trim, glaze, and fire your work and, within a few weeks, you will have your masterpiece to take home! All this for $95. Please note: Participants must be 18 or older and there is a cancellation/refund fee of $20.
Valentine's CLAYdate
Saturday, February 14, 2026
6:30–8:30pm, $200 per couple
Try something new with someone you love. Enjoy a two hour workshop of guided instruction in wheel throwing. No experience necessary. We will glaze your finished work of art and it will be ready for pick-up four to six weeks later. Wine will be available to toast your valentine.
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Everyone has something new to learn about working with clay. Mud Matters offers workshops for the absolute beginner as well as for the advanced artists. Be inspired to learn new techniques and challenge yourself in an intimate, supportive setting. Our faculty have in depth knowledge and skill and are talented at inspiring you to jump start your own practice.
You can read our COVID-19 policies on the Studio Info page. All workshop participants must be at least 18 years of age.
Refunds + Cancellations
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.