Adult Clay

NEW! Raku Workshop

Instructors: Dave Meath & Kathy Carpenter
Wednesday, 12:30-4:30PM
Tuition: $85
Location: Clay Studio

Take your pieces to the next level while exploring the magical process of Raku firing! Experiment with decorating pots and learn about glazing, while participating in raku and pit firings. Learn each step of the process from loading & unloading to safety and the final exciting step of cleaning pieces to reveal their shine! Results for finished pieces can be unpredictable so expect the unexpected. Int/Adv

Students will need to bring: 4-5 pieces of their own bisqueware for raku made of high fire clay, cone 6-10 raku or white stoneware.

May 7  REGISTER>

Matcha Tea Bowl Workshop

Instructor: Danya Pirie
Saturday, 9:30am-12:30pm
Tuition: $75
Location: Clay Studio

The matcha bowl, used in Japanese tea ceremonies is a simple form, yet there are key features to consider when making one. Start with a presentation of how to make Matcha tea for inspiration. A variety of examples of handmade bowls will be provided to help gain an understanding of the design for both aesthetics & functionality. Next, enjoy a throwing demonstration on the wheel while you’re guided through the process of creating a matcha bowl. Learn about the various elements that go into making one, while considering how these design elements may enhance the experience of using the bowl. Shape, size, width and weight of the bowl will be covered as you learn about both spiritual significance and functional aspects of this form. Next, you’ll create your own unique matcha bowl! Finishing steps (to be done after the workshop) such as trimming and glazing techniques will be discussed. 

Adults, Teens 16+, Advanced Beginner/Intermediate-should be able to center clay on the wheel consistently. Each participant will be able to keep 1-2 pieces and have access to open studio hours for trimming and glazing*

*Clay may be purchased for an additional $10 fee when registering online or at the workshop, which includes glazing & firing-all other tools/supplies are provided.

April 19  FULL/WAITLIST>

Adult Wheel Sampler

Instructors: MSS Staff
Saturday, 10-11:30am
Tuition: $25
Location: Clay Studio

Have you ever wanted to try a wheel-throwing pottery class? This 1-day class is a great introduction to this magical medium. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. This class is suited for anyone who is interested in trying out the wheel before committing to a longer class.. Pieces made in this class will not be fired. This class is focused on practicing the process, so students will not take home a finished product. Adults/Teens 

Introductory/Beginner level but more experience is welcome.

May 17  FULL/WAITLIST>
June 28 REGISTER>
July 26 REGISTER>

Slab Vessels: Creating a Template

Instructor: Elizabeth Stahl
Saturday, 10AM-noon
Tuition: $50
Location: Clay Studio

Explore the creative process of making a variety of hand built forms such as bowls, cups, mugs & vases. Learn how to create templates for slab built forms, while being guided through each step. Enjoy a demonstration of slab construction, while gaining an understanding of how to use templates and apply them to your own work. Participants will consider size, shape and proportion and leave the workshop with 1-2 templates to use for slab construction.

This workshop is focused on the design process, so students will not be building a form. Adv. Beginner-Intermediate, students should have some basic hand building experience. Adults/Teens 16+

March 29  FULL/WAITLIST>

NEW!  Wheel Throwing Basics

Instructor: MSS Staff
Saturdays, 10-11:30am
Tuition: $60
Location: Clay Studio

Have you ever wanted to try a wheel-throwing pottery class? This 2 week class is a great introduction to this magical medium. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. Next, try out some trimming techniques to finish off the form. Each participant will be able to make up to 2 pieces, which will be glazed and fired by a staff member. Introductory/Beginner level but more experience is welcome. Adults/Teens 16+

May 3 & 10 REGISTER>

NEW!  Friday Night Wheel

Instructor: MSS Staff
Friday, 5-7PM
Tuition: $40
Location: Clay Studio

Have you ever wanted to try a wheel-throwing pottery class? This 1-day class is a great introduction to this magical medium. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. Clay will be provided and each participant will be able to fire 1 piece which will be glazed by a staff member. All levels/no experience required. BYOB/Ages 21+

April 11 REGISTER>
May 9 REGISTER>

NEW!  Date Night: Wheel Throwing

Instructor: MSS Staff
Friday, 5-7PM
Tuition: $80/couple
Location: Clay Studio

Have a date night at the studio! Couples will explore this captivating medium and learn about wheel throwing while spending some quality time together. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. Create memories and possibly some masterpieces to treasure in this 1-night class! Clay will be provided and each participant will be able to fire 1 piece which will be glazed by a staff member. All levels/no experience required.

BYOB Ages 21+

Tuition includes registration for 2 people. Please provide the name of the other participant when registering.

March 28 FULL/WAITLIST>
April 4 REGISTER>
May 2 REGISTER>
May 16 REGISTER>
June 27 REGISTER>

NEW! Alternative Firing Workshop

Guest Instructor: Bob Green
Weekend Workshop
Tuition: $375
Location: Clay Studio

Join Bob Green, for this exciting pottery workshop to explore a variety of alternative firing techniques. These include raku, naked raku, saggar & horse hair firing. Take your pottery to a new level while you experiment with applying terra sigillata and burnishing. Learn about age-old Japanese and Native American firing & glazing methods and discover the beauty and magic of this process. Students will bring their own greenware & bisque-ware; a list of other materials to bring will be provided. Adults/Intermediate & Advanced

Students will need to bring their own pieces for terra sigillata & firings along with some supplies. Click here for a full list of what to bring with details about what type of clay to use for pieces,

May 30-June 1 REGISTER>

NEW!  Mindfulness Flow on the Wheel

Instructor: Brooke Limeburner
Friday, 5-7:30PM
Tuition: $45
Location: Clay Studio

Bring more mindfulness to your pottery practice! We will begin the workshop with a meditation seated at the wheel, followed by free play. Enjoy being guided through an optional mindfulness exercise using clay, while you explore and experiment on the wheel. Throughout the class, suggestions will be made to “check in” with your position, posture and 5 senses. Working with clay can be therapeutic, as it requires one’s full concentration on the medium. Using mindfulness in a wheel practice can be beneficial in helping one to focus on the present moment and boost creative expression. Intermediate/Advanced*

*This workshop will be curated for the group, and will be open to anyone with some experience throwing on a potter’s wheel (students should be able to center the clay consistently). No experience with mindfulness is required. Adults/Teens 16+

As the focus will be on the process and a mindfulness practice, students will not keep or fire pieces created in the workshop

June 13 REGISTER>

Monday Evening Wheel

Instructors: Dasha Kalisz & Jen Labie
Mondays, 6-8:30PM
Location: Clay Studio

This class is for students of all skill levels. For beginners the focus is on basic skills. Students who have mastered centering will be challenged with projects that match their interests. We will all stretch and grow no matter where we begin! All levels Adult/Teens 16+

Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.

Spring Session 1: March 10-April 14  RUNNING
Spring Session 2: April 28-June 16, Tuition: $315  REGISTER>
Summer Session 1: July 7-28, Tuition: $180  REGISTER>

Monday Afternoon Hand Building

Instructor: Kathy Clarke
Mondays, Noon-2:30PM
Location: Clay Studio

Come sit around the table in the time honored activity of making pottery and sculpture using hands, tools, stamps, slips. Appropriate for beginners and professionals. Project ideas will be offered, independent projects welcome, and serious fun will be had! All levels/Adult 

Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own

March 3-31, Tuition: $225  RUNNING
April 7-28, Tuition: $180  REGISTER>
May 5-19, Tuition: $135  REGISTER>
June 2-30, Tuition: $225  REGISTER>
July 7-28. Tuition: $180  REGISTER>
August 4-25, Tuition: $180  REGISTER>

Tuesday Hand Building

Instructor: Kathy Clarke
Tuesdays, 10AM-12:30PM
Tuition: $180
Location: Clay Studio

Come sit around the table in the time honored activity of making pottery and sculpture using hands, tools, stamps, slips. Appropriate for beginners and professionals. Project ideas will be offered, independent projects welcome, and serious fun will be had! All levels/Adult

Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.

March 4-25, Tuition: $180  RUNNING
April 1-29, Tuition: $225  REGISTER>
May 6-27, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
June 3-24, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
July 1-29, Tuition: $225  REGISTER>
August 5-26, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>

Tuesday Wheel

Instructor: Cath Manegold
Spring Session: noon-2:30PM
Summer Session: 11AM-1:30PM
Location: Clay Studio

This wheel class will focus on improving skills as needed for each student to grow in their abilities. We will cover centering, pulling up, shaping, trimming, surface treatment before bisquing and glazing after. Gaining confidence in the basics allows for self exploration in specific areas: rims, feet, lids, handles, spouts, altering, throwing larger and generally challenging yourself. Historic and contemporary pottery will be our inspiration. Join us for a fun class! Students purchase clay at the start of class. All levels/Adults

Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.

April 29-June 17, Tuition: $360  REGISTER>
July 8-29, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>

Thursday Morning Wheel

Instructor: Cath Manegold
Thursdays, 10 AM-12:30PM
Tuition: $315
Location: Clay Studio

This wheel class will focus on improving skills as needed for each student to grow in their abilities. We will cover centering, pulling up, shaping, trimming, surface treatment before bisquing and glazing after. Gaining confidence in the basics allows for self exploration in specific areas: rims, feet, lids, handles, spouts, altering, throwing larger and generally challenging yourself. Historic and contemporary pottery will be our inspiration. Join us for a fun class! All levels/Adult

Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.

Spring Session 1: March 6-April 17  RUNNING

Thursday Evening Wheel

Instructor: Saisorn Peemanao
Thursdays, 6-8:30 PM
Location: Clay Studio

This class will focus on making functional pottery using the potter’s wheel. Students will learn how to make bowls, cups, and plates. Several altering techniques will be demonstrated for making oval, square, and irregular forms in addition to round pots. Appendages such as handles, feet, and spouts will be considered in relation to form and function. Clay can be purchased at the beginning of class. All levels/Teens 16+

Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own

Spring Session 1: March 6-April 17  RUNNING
Spring Session 2: May 1-June 19, Tuition: $360 REGISTER>