Adult Clay

For students at every stage of the creative process

Fall & Winter

heart shaped clay bowl on a potter's wheel with tools

NEW! Date Night: Wheel Throwing

Instructor: Kristi Tolgyesi & Abigail Wentz
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.

November 15 FULL/WAITLIST>
December 6 REGISTER>

hands making bowl on a potter's wheel

NEW! Saturday Sampler: Adult Wheel

Instructor: Dasha Kalisz
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. Introductory/Beginner level but more experience is welcome. Adult/Teens

December 7  REGISTER>

Hands picking up wheel thrown clay bowl

Monday Evening Wheel

Instructor: Dasha Kalisz
Mondays, 6:30-9PM
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/Teens welcome

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.

Fall Session 2: October 21-December 16*, RUNNING
*No class on November 25 due to Thanksgiving break
NEW! Winter Session 1: January 6-February 17, Tuition: $270  REGISTER>

Hands working with clay creating a sculptural face

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

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

November 4-25, Tuition: $180  RUNNING
December 2-16, Tuition: $135  REGISTER>
NEW CLASSES ADDED
January 6-27, Tuition: $180  REGISTER>
February 3-24, Tuition: $180  REGISTER>
March 3-31, Tuition: $225  REGISTER>

women's hand making pottery using lace for texture with tools on a table

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

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.

November 4-25 RUNNING
December 3-17  FULL/WAITLIST>
NEW CLASSES ADDED
January 7-28, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
February 4-25, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
March 4-25, Tuition: $180  REGISTER>

Aerial view of person making pottery on a wheel

Thursday Morning Wheel

Instructors: Kathy Clarke & 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

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.

Fall Session 2: October 24-December 19 RUNNING
NEW! Winter Session 1:
January 9-February 13 REGISTER>

Aerial view of potter's wheel with clay trimming shavings

Thursday Evening Wheel

Instructor: Saisorn Peemanao
Thursdays, 6-8:30 PM
Tuition: $270
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 welcome

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

Fall Session 2: October 24-December 19* RUNNING
*no class on October 31 & November 28 due to the Holidays
NEW! Winter Session 1: January 9-February 13  REGISTER>

We have classes that are suitable for beginners and more experienced artists and potters. There are two comfortable studio spaces at the main building and an offsite painting studio. We encourage all students to go at their own pace in a relaxed environment.

Gift Certificates: Gift certificates are available to purchase. To use a gift certificate, please get in touch. We can tailor your gift to suit you.  

Open Studio is for currently enrolled clay students, and monthly independent study. Independent Study students are invited to sign up on a monthly basis.

How to Register:  Come join us! Sign up for classes at middleburystudioschool.corsizio.com.

How to pay?
Credit cards are accepted when registering at middleburystudioschool.corsizio.com. Payments can also be made by cash or check. Checks should be made out to the Middlebury Studio School and mailed or delivered to the Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Rte. 7, Middlebury, VT 05753. Please pay promptly to guarantee your space.

Refund Policy: No refunds given for student cancellations less than 7 days from start of class.

Questions? Please email info@middleburystudioschool.org or call us at (802) 458-8979.

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Middlebury Studio School

Clay Studio
2377 Route 7 South
Middlebury, VT 05753

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Middlebury, VT 05753

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802-458-8187

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802-458-8979


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