Introduction to Pottery (8 Week Course - April, Sunday Mornings)

If you've never worked with clay before, our 8-week Introduction to Pottery course is the perfect starting point! This course is designed to immerse beginners in the world of ceramics by focusing on hand-building techniques, the cornerstone of pottery creation. Hand-building not only enables you to craft functional and artistic pieces using simple tools but also establishes a strong foundation for exploring wheel throwing or sculpture work in the future.

Throughout the course, you will learn and practice essential techniques, including:

• Coil building: Create organic and structured forms by layering and shaping coils of clay.

• Slab construction: Build larger, more complex pieces by joining flat sheets of clay.

• Pinch potting: Shape clay into elegant forms using only your hands.

• Surface decoration: Explore texturing, carving, and glazing to personalize your creations.

By the end of the course, students can expect to complete 2-4 finished pieces, showcasing their newfound skills. These pieces are a testament to your journey as a ceramic artist and a starting point for future explorations.

Graduates of this course will qualify for membership at MUD. As an added bonus, if you choose to sign up for a membership after your class, you’ll receive a complimentary 25 lbs bag of white stoneware clay to kickstart your creative projects.

Whether you’re looking to explore a new hobby, develop a deeper appreciation for ceramics, or lay the groundwork for advanced techniques, this introductory class is the ideal place to begin your pottery adventure!

Please note:

This class does not offer any wheel throwing instruction.

There is an additional firing fee of $3 per pound for each piece a student wishes to glaze fire and take home, but no firing fee is applied to bisqued work.

In the event of adverse weather conditions, MUD Ceramics Studio will remain open for classes unless a Travel Advisory is issued recommending the suspension of non-essential travel.