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POTTERY CLASSES

Welcome to our pottery classes! We’re thrilled that you’re interested in exploring the art of clay. Our offerings include four- and eight-week courses designed to inspire creativity and develop your skills. Classes are small and they fill up quickly—reserve your spot early.   Need to change plans? You can cancel up to 10 days in advance for a full refund. Please note, our classes are exclusively for adult learners. We can't wait to create with you!

 

Don't need a class?  We offer studio access for experienced potters.  Find out more. 

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Intro to Wheel $195

This two week class is for students new to clay and those needing a refresher in wheel throwing.  This focused class will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays for two weeks.  Make up to four pieces.  You can sign up for an optional fifth class to glaze your work or have it glazed by your instructor.  All materials included. Once a week classes resume in August.  Maximum 7. 

Evening classes from 6:30 - 8:30

6A June 3 , 5, 10, 12 (Tu/Th)

6B June 17, 19, 24, 26 (Tu/Th)

7A July 8, 10, 15, 17 (Tu/Th)

7B July 22, 24, 29 , 31 (Tu/Th)

8A August 5, 12, 19, 26 (Tuesdays)

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Clay Creations $195

This class will instruct anyone new to clay on how to make functional objects without the wheel. This four week class will have three projects where you learn hand forming techniques and surface decorations. All materials included. Evening classes from 6:30 - 8:30

Botanical Inspired 

February 6, 13, 20, 27  (Thursdays)

Tiles, lidded boxes and tall vases

March 4, 11, 18, 25 (Tuesdays)

Coil Built Ware

May 7, 14, 21, 28 (Wednesdays)

Platters, Bowls and Mugs

August 7, 14, 21, 28 (Thursdays)

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Summer Pottery $350

Intro to Pottery Studio is ideal for people new to clay or have some experience who want to try a little bit of everything.  You will have classes on both hand building and wheel throwing techniques with plenty of time to work on your projects.  Sessions in June will focus on hand building.  Sessions in July will focus on wheel.  You instructor will guide you throughout each session.  All glaze and firing provided. Reclaim clay available for $10 a bag.

Eight Weeks

June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, 31

Thursday Mornings 10 am - 12:30 pm

Instructor:  Sue Stelzmann

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Level One - Supervised Studio Access $250

Supervised Studio Access is for those who want to work on their own clay projects with full access to all studio equipment and glazes. You will have an instructor available during your time to answer your questions. Use the eight weeks to practice on the wheel or build your own projects.  Best if you have taken a few classes and are self directed. This is not for beginners. All glaze and firing provided. Reclaim clay available for $10 a bag. 

 

Wednesdays from 6 to 9 pm

 

Summer: June 4 - July 30

Late Summer: August 6 - September 24

Fall: October 1 - November 19

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Single Session Pottery

We do not offer single session pottery classes at this time.  

 

Beartree Pottery is a good option for booking a single class and can take most appointments in the same week.  Beartree also has options for young potters. 

https://beartreepottery.com/

1321 Thomasville Rd. 
850-270-1675

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