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Featured Workshops!

Special Topics (Ages 17+): A variety of speical topic classes and workshops for students who want to learn new techniques or skills.

Introductory Classes (Ages 17+): For new students interested in getting started with clay.

All Levels Classes (Ages 17+): These weekly clay classes are for students of all levels, from beginner to experienced.

Intermediate Classes (Ages 17+): For students who have either taken several beginner’s courses or mastered the basics, and are ready to develop their skills.

Advanced Classes (Ages 17+): For students who have completed a four or more intermediate wheel courses or equivalent ceramic skills.

Clay Explorations (Ages 11-16): For youth students. Learn how to handbuild and throw on the pottery wheel.

Do you need help deciding on which class may be a good fit for you?
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Handbuilding for Beginners

Instructor: Christine Raposas
Sundays 5pm - 8pm
Annex Classroom
September 7 - October 26
8 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn new techniques for handbuilding in this handbuilding for beginners class. Create forms using traditional methods such as pinch, coil, and slab construction. We'll cover the basics of connecting clay by hand and understanding the process of turning clay into a functional or sculptural ceramic object.

Topics include:

• Using the pinch method to create hollow forms

• Using the coil method to create vessels

• Using the slab method to create trays, plates, bowls, or vessels

• This class will have an emphasis on functional objects, with sculptural and decorative elements encouraged.

• Glazing and surface decoration basics

Skill Level : All Levels
No Experience Needed.

$424 for 8 Weeks

Wheel for Beginners

Instructor: Carley Holzem
Thursdays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 11- October 23
(No Class 10/2)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the fundamentals of how to use the potter's wheel as a tool to make functional pottery like cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this introductory course. You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces. Discover your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques.

Topics Include:

• Centering on the wheel

• How to create a vessel

• Throwing and trimming basics

• Glazing and surface decoration basics

Skill Level: Beginners
No Experience Needed.

$318 for 6 Weeks

Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Instructor: Jamie Lee
Saturdays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 6 - October 25
(No class 9/27)
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

Give clay a try and learn the fundamentals of how to use the potter's wheel as a tool to make functional pottery like cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this introductory course.

You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces. Discover your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques.

Topics Include:

• Centering on the wheel

• Throwing and trimming even walled cylinders and bowls

• Glazing and surface decoration basics

Skill Level: Beginners
No Experience Needed.

$372 for 7 Weeks

Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Instructor: Don Reynolds
Mondays 10am - 1pm
Annex Classroom
September 8 - October 20
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the fundamentals of how to use the potter's wheel as a tool to make functional pottery like cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this introductory course. You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces. Discover your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques.

Topics Include:

• Centering on the wheel

• How to create a vessel

• Throwing and trimming basics

• Glazing and surface decoration basics

Skill: All Levels
No Experience Needed.

$372 for 7 Weeks

Introduction to Wheel Throwing

Instructor: Alvaro Villa
Thursdays 6pm - 9pm
Main Classroom
September 11 - October 23
(No class 10/2)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the fundamentals of how to use the potter's wheel as a tool to make functional pottery like cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this introductory course. You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces. Discover your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques.

Topics Include:

• Centering on the wheel

• How to create a vessel

• Throwing and trimming basics

• Glazing and surface decoration basics

Skill : Beginners
No Experience Needed.

$318 for 6 Weeks

Functional Throwing for Beginners

Instructor: Vicky Youngman
Mondays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 8 - October 20
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the fundamentals of how to use the potter's wheel as a tool to make functional pottery like cylinders, cups, bowls, and more in this introductory course.

You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces. Take your pieces to the next level as you learn how to apply glaze for amazing results.

Projects Include:

• cups/mugs

• bowls

• plates

Skill : Beginners
No Experience Needed.

$372 for 7 Weeks

Practical Pottery with Jeff

Instructor: Jeffrey Dean
Sundays 5pm - 8pm
Main Classroom
September 7 - October 26
8 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the foundations or expand on your existing skill set in this class while you throw practical pots for all occasions.

You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces on the potter’s wheel. Take your pieces to a new level with various surface techniques and glazing.

Skill: All Level
No Experience Needed.

$424 for 8 Weeks

Handbuilding for All Levels

Instructor: Christine Raposas
Tuesdays 6pm - 9pm
Annex Classroom
September 9 - October 21
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the foundations or expand on your existing skill set in this All Levels Handbuilding class. This class will delve into understanding the process of turning clay into a functional or sculptural ceramic object or taking those creations to a whole new creative level.

Techniques that will be covered include using the pinch method to create hollow forms, using the coil method to create vessels, using the slab method to create trays, plates, bowls or vessels.

Skill: All Levels
No Experience Needed.

$372 for 7 Weeks

Shape and Sculpt: A Handbuilding Class

Instructor: Christine Raposas
Mondays 6pm - 9pm
Annex Classroom
September 8 - October 20
(No Class 9/22)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

This class explores the creative potential of clay through a sculptural lens, inviting students to experiment with abstract form, texture, and visual expression.

While the focus is on non-functional and conceptual work, students are also encouraged to incorporate sculptural elements into functional pieces—blurring the line between sculpture and utility.

Topics that will be covered include:

• Building Upside Down

• Adding volume/gravity

• Negative Space

• Texture

• Organic Shapes

• Building in Parts

Skill Level: Advanced Beginners - Intermediate
Some Handbuilding Experience Needed - 1 - 2 Handbuilding Classes.

$318 for 6 Weeks

Wheel for All Levels

Instructor: Jeffrey Dean
Sundays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 7 - October 26
8 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the foundations or expand on your existing skill set in this All Levels pottery wheel class.

You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces on the potter’s wheel. Discover your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques.

Skill: All Level
No Experience Needed.

$424 for 8 Weeks

Handbuilding for all Levels

Instructor: Alvaro Villa
Tuesdays 10am - 1pm
Annex Classroom
September 9 - October 21
(No class 9/23)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the foundations or expand on your existing skill set in this All Levels handbuilding class.

Create forms using pinching, coil, and slab construction. You will discover basic methods of connecting clay and understand the process of turning clay into a functional or sculptural ceramic object.

Skill: All Level
No Experience Needed.

$318 for 6 Weeks

Sculpture For All Levels

Instructor: Alvaro Villa
Saturdays 10am - 1pm
Annex Classroom
September 6 - October 25
8 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn to make ceramic sculpture in this all levels class. The class will go through the basics of sculpting with clay and the techniques of carving then hollowing a piece. There will be a focus on figurative work and students will use photos, sketches, and inspirational images for reference. All experience levels are welcomed. 

This class will not use armatures or live models.
*Students will be using clay that will need to be fired in a kiln and glazed.

Topics include:

• Basic handbuilding techniques

• Sculpting with solid clay, then hollowing it out

• Figurative forms, especially on the human form

• Sculpting from a reference

No experience needed.

$424 for 8 Weeks

Handbuilding for all Levels

Instructor: Mara Gross
Wednesdays 6pm - 9pm
Annex Classroom
September 10 - October22
(No class 10/1)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the foundations or expand on your existing skill set in this All Levels handbuilding class. Create forms using pinching, coil, and slab construction.

We'll cover basic methods of connecting clay and understand the process of turning clay into a functional or sculptural ceramic object.

Skill: All Levels
No Experience Needed.

$318 for 6 Weeks

Wheel Throwing for All Levels

Instructor: Carley Holzem
Mondays 6pm - 9pm
Main Classroom
September 8 - October 20
(No Class 9/22)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Learn the foundations or expand on your existing skill set in this All Levels pottery wheel class. You will be guided through the process of throwing, shaping, and trimming your pieces on the potter’s wheel.

Discover your creative voice through basic surface decoration and glazing techniques.

Skill: All Levels
No Experience Needed.

$318 for 6 Weeks

Thrown and Altered

Instructor: Carley Holzem
Tuesdays 6pm - 9pm
Main Classroom
September 9 - October 21
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

In this intermediate class students will learn how to take a thrown piece and make alterations to serve as both function and aesthetics additions.

Moving beyond the wheel, you will delve into the exciting realm of altering techniques. Discover how to manipulate thrown forms through carving, piercing, stretching, and adding textures. This creative process allows you to infuse your pottery with unique designs and personal flair, turning simple shapes into intricate works of art.

Students should have experience with the pottery wheel, and have mastered the basics.

Skill: Intermediate
Prerequisite: A few beginner wheel classes or equivalent ceramic skills.

$372 for 7 Weeks

Advanced Wheel Throwing with Jeanne

Instructor: Jeanne Carreau
Wednesdays 6pm - 9pm
Main Classroom
September 10 - October 22
(No Class 10/1)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Continue to refine your skills on the potter's wheel through more complex demos and projects. Expand your surface and decorative options including a better understanding of oxides, slips, underglaze, and glaze combinations and application techniques. Gain insight into cone 10 glazes, understanding their intricacies and anticipating outcomes.

Topics include:

• Effective wedging

• Throwing larger amounts of clay

• Using ribs and throwing sticks

• Altering and assembling thrown pieces

• Tap centering for trimming

• Advanced glaze combinations and application

Skill: Intermediate to Advanced
Prerequisite: A few intermediate wheel courses or equivalent ceramic skills

$318 for 6 Weeks

Cone 10 Guided Study with Keiko

Instructor: Keiko Ashida
Tuesdays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 9 - October 21
(No Class 9/23)
6 Weeks

Ages 17+

Working under Keiko’s guidance, you will pursue new techniques and ideas through a Japanese approach. Taught in Japanese and English.

Topics include:

• Throwing techniques in the Japanese style and aesthetic

• Layering surfaces using glazes

• Using handbuilt and wheel thrown parts to make new forms

Skill: Advanced
Prerequisite: A CAC intermediate course or equivalent ceramic skills

$318 for 6 Weeks

Advanced Wheel Throwing with Jeanne

Instructor: Jeanne Carreau
Fridays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 12 - October 24
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

Working under Jeanne’s guidance, develop your clay voice through advanced demos and projects. Troubleshoot your throwing skills, balance having a plan and going with the flow.

Gain insight into cone 10 glazes, understanding their intricacies and anticipating outcomes, both one-on-one and in the company of other students.

Topics include:

• Strategies for throwing larger amounts of clay

• Use of ribs and throwing sticks

• Altering and reassembling thrown pieces

• Tap centering for trimming

Skill: Intermediate to Advanced
Prerequisite: A few intermediate wheel courses or equivalent ceramic skills

$372 for 7 Weeks

Advanced Wheel Throwing with Jon Townley

Instructor: Jon Townley
Wednesdays 10am - 1pm
Main Classroom
September 10 - October 22
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

This class will focus on demonstrations and one-on-one instruction that will help students learn new techniques and hone their throwing skills.

• Topics will include:
  mastering larger forms
  making alterations
  glaze application techniques

Along the way students will be encouraged to develop project ideas and cultivate their own unique creative voice through a stronger sense of design.

Skill: Advanced
Prerequisite: A few intermediate to advanced wheel throwing courses or equivalent ceramic skills

$372 for 7 Weeks

Cone 6 Guided Study with Keiko

Instructor: Keiko Ashida
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
Annex Classroom
September 10 - October 22
7 Weeks

Ages 17+

Working under Keiko’s guidance, you will pursue new techniques and ideas through a Japanese approach. Taught in Japanese and English.

Topics include:

• Throwing techniques in the Japanese style and aesthetic

• Layering surfaces using cone 6 glazes

• Using handbuilt and wheel thrown parts to make new forms

Skill: Advanced
Prerequisite: A few intermediate courses or equivalent ceramic skills

$372 for 7 Weeks

Clay Explorations

Instructor: Alvaro Villa
Sundays 10:30am -1pm
Annex Classroom
September 7 - October 26
8 weeks

For students ages 11 - 16 years old.

Learn to use the potter’s wheel and various handbuilding techniques to create fun and unique pottery to take home and enjoy for years to come! Center, pull, throw, pinch, coil, and roll to make a wide range of different forms. Finish all of your projects with the glaze of your choice. Clay and glazing materials are included in the price of this class.

Topics include:

• Wheel throwing basics

• Traditional handbuilding methods to create functional and sculptural objects

• Glazing and surface decoration basics

Skill: All Levels
No experience needed

$389 for 8 Weeks