Pottery & Clay Workshops

Hands on Clay Workshops in Portland

Fall Workshop Series: Functional Ceramics

  • Martha Grover

    Artist talk: October 19

    Martha Grover shares her personal inspirations and history with clay following a short reception.

    Workshop: October 20

    In this workshop, you'll craft delicate mugs, learning her techniques for creating layered, graceful pieces and why pulled handles are the best handles.

  • Adrian King

    Artist talk: November 16

    Adrian King shares his personal inspirations and history with clay following a short reception.

    Workshop: November 17

    In this workshop you will focus on bowls. plates, and platters, perfect for enhancing your daily routine.

  • Alice Natso

    Artist talk: December 8

    Alice Natso shares her personal inspirations and history with clay following a short reception.

    Workshop: December 8

    This workshop will provide tips for throwing tall and teach you how to create varied vase shapes, creating dynamic forms that are both functional and artistic.

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SINGLE SESSION

Clay Play

This one-time, beginner-friendly class will be spent wrangling clay on the potter’s wheel. A skilled instructor will show you how it’s done, and provide plenty of hands-on assistance when needed! 

No work from this class will be kept; shared studio equipment is available for use.

FOUR WEEK COURSE

Hands-On Clay

Ready to dive into the world of pottery? This 4-week introductory course will take you through the essentials of ceramics, from shaping to glazing. Experience the full pottery process, and leave with your own handmade creations!

Includes all materials and shared studio equipment is available for use.