Ceramics
Our Ceramics Program welcomes participants of all ages into a carefully curated studio designed to support creative growth and individual needs.
With attentive guidance and an inclusive, supportive atmosphere, the studio provides space for experimentation, focused making, and meaningful creative connection. Whether you’re trying clay for the first time or building on existing skills, this program is a place to learn, create, and connect.
Family Hand-Building Ceramics
This family-focused hand-building program invites parents and school-aged children to create together in a thoughtfully supported studio environment. Guided instruction introduces fundamental techniques while encouraging collaboration, imagination, and shared creative experiences.
Participants explore clay through playful and meaningful projects such as fairy doors, family portraits, and seasonal ornaments. Emphasizing process, connection, and wellbeing, the program provides families with a space to slow down, make together, and enjoy the joy of working with clay. Clay, glazing, & firing included.
Hand-Building & Sculpture
Our Hand-Building & Sculpture program welcomes participants of all ages and experience levels to explore clay through both functional and conceptual approaches. Offered throughout the year, the program allows students to develop skills in techniques such as pinching, coiling, slab construction, and sculptural form while building an understanding of structure, surface, and creative expression.
Instruction is supportive and accessible, making the program approachable for beginners while offering space for more advanced exploration. Through guided projects and open-ended making, participants are encouraged to experiment, think creatively, and gain confidence in working with clay.
Mud & Magic (6-9 Yrs)
Get creative and discover the medium of clay using hand building techniques. Kids will learn the basics of pottery hand-building with the guidance of an experienced instructor. Using these techniques, kids will create the cutest animal figurines, personalized cups, and ornaments. All clay pieces will be painted with colourful glazes. All materials included. Instructor: Dasha Berezhnova
October 15 - November 19, 2026
Every Thursday at 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
January 21 - February 25, 2027
Every Thursday at 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
April 15 - May 20, 2027
Every Thursday at 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Spin & Shape for Kids (9-12 Yrs)
Dive into pottery adventure combining Wheel Throwing & Hand-building pottery classes. Kids explore hand-building techniques, and try their hand at wheel throwing, learning the basics of centering, shaping, and creating cups or bowls. Perfect for kids aged 9 to 12. Kids will explore basic pottery techniques such as hand-building, sculpting, and decorating, while creating their own unique masterpieces to take home. This course is a great way to keep kids engaged, inspired, and learning—while having tons of fun! No prior experience needed. All materials included. Instructor: Rylan Cocks
October 10 - November 25, 2026
Every Wednesday at 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
January 13- March 3, 2027
Every Wednesday at 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Come learn the basics of hand-building techniques including slab building, coiling, and pinching, and glazing. Discover the limitless possibilities of hand building with clay. You will learn a wide range of techniques and methods to create different forms. You will also learn surface decoration techniques, such as carving, stamping, and applying textures suitable for the different objects you make. Students will produce beginner-friendly projects and develop their own project ideas. This class will also introduce basic glaze and underglaze techniques.
Learn hand building basics: slab building, coiling, pinching, and glazing. Explore clay's potential with various techniques and surface decorations like carving and stamping. Create beginner-friendly projects and develop your own ideas. Introduces basic glaze and underglaze techniques.
Glaze & firing included. Clay must be purchased separately. Instructor: Andra Galbin Pristavu
October 10 - November 27, 2026
Every Friday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
January 15 - March 5, 2027
Every Friday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
This intermediate and advanced handbuilding class builds on core techniques while encouraging more complex forms and personal expression. Students will refine their skills through methods like double-walled construction, hollow forms, and altering functional pieces. Explore surface design through layered textures, carving, stamping, and underglaze painting, along with glaze experimentation. Instruction includes techniques such as sgraffito, Mishima, and layered underglaze.
Students will be encouraged to develop independent projects, refine their personal style, and experiment with creative expression in clay. This class is ideal for those with prior hand-building experience looking to expand their skills and artistic voice. Instructor: Dasha Berezhnova
Clay must be purchased separately. Glaze & firing included.
October 10 - November 26, 2026
Every Thursday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
January 14 - March 4, 2027
Every Thursday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Part II - Surface Decoration for Experienced Clay Students
Continue your exploration of ceramic surface decoration in Part II of this two-part series. Designed for students who have completed Surface Decoration Part I or have equivalent experience, this course builds on foundational techniques and introduces more advanced approaches to creating rich, expressive ceramic surfaces.Students will expand their skills through advanced layering methods, glaze combinations, resist techniques, image integration, and experimental surface treatments. The course also introduces specialty processes such as glass fusing, lustre firing, and china paints, while encouraging students to develop a more personal artistic style through thoughtful planning and concept-driven projects. Seasonal and holiday-inspired projects will provide opportunities to apply these techniques in creative and meaningful ways.
Students are encouraged to bring their own bisque-fired pottery pieces to decorate, and class projects will provide additional opportunities to explore new materials and techniques. Suitable for intermediate through advanced students, this course offers guided instruction, technical demonstrations, and individualized feedback to help participants refine their skills, expand their creative practice, and develop greater confidence in ceramic surface design. Instructor: Rylan Cocks
October 10 - November 25, 2026
Every Wednesday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Part I - Surface Decoration for Experienced Clay Students
Discover the creative possibilities of ceramic surface decoration in this hands-on course designed for students with prior clay experience. Whether you are looking to expand your technical skills or develop your own artistic style, this class explores a wide range of decorative techniques that transform functional and sculptural pottery into expressive, one-of-a-kind pieces. This spring course focuses on foundational and intermediate decoration techniques, helping students build confidence, technical skills, and creative direction before continuing into Part II in the summer.
Students will experiment with a variety of surface decoration methods, including underglaze painting, sgraffito, slip trailing, carving, layering, wax resist, image transfer, stamping, texture work, and Gelli plate monoprinting. The course also includes preparing greenware for decoration, and participants are encouraged to bring their own bisque-fired pottery pieces to explore and apply these techniques.
Suitable for continuing beginners through advanced students, this course provides guided instruction, material exploration, and practical approaches to building confidence, refining technique, and developing a personal creative voice. It also serves as an excellent foundation for future surface decoration courses that explore more advanced techniques, glazing combinations, and specialized decorative processes. Instructor: Rylan Cocks
January 13 - March 3, 2027
Every Wednesday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Wheel-Throwing
Our Wheel-Throwing program offers a full range of classes, from introductory to advanced levels, for teens and adults. Participants develop essential skills—centering, pulling, shaping, and trimming—while exploring personal expression and form at the wheel. Classes support beginners while offering experienced students opportunities to refine techniques and explore more complex work.
With an emphasis on process, creativity, and confident skill-building, the program provides a thoughtfully supported studio environment where students can experiment, deepen their practice, and connect through clay.
In this class you will develop confidence while learning the fundamentals of wheel throwing work. You will learn the basics of wheel-throwing and some hand-building techniques as well. This is an introductory class designed for beginners and those who have never tried pottery before. Students will learn wedging (preparing the clay), throwing, trimming, adding handles, pinching, coiling, and carving as well as glazing. Clay, glazing, & firing included. Instructor: Rylan Cocks
October 10 - November 11, 2026
Every Tuesday at 03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
January 12 - March 2, 2027
Every Tuesday at 03:30 PM - 06:00 PM
This class is designed for absolute beginners with no prior experience working with clay. Students will receive step-by-step instruction in both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques, learning essential skills to shape, trim, and refine their pieces. The program covers fundamental concepts, including clay preparation, centring on the wheel, basic hand-building methods, surface finishing, and glazing.
Through hands-on practice and guided instruction, students will develop confidence in working with clay, laying a strong foundation for more advanced techniques. This class offers a supportive and structured introduction to ceramics, making it the perfect starting point for anyone eager to explore the art of pottery.
October 6 - November 24, 2026
Every Tuesday at 06:30 PM - 09:00 PM
October 7 - November 25, 2026
Every Wednesday at 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
October 8 - November 26, 2026
Every Wednesday at 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
October 10 - November 28, 2026
Every Saturday at 01:30 PM - 04:00 PM
January 13 - March 3, 2027
Every Wednesday at 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
January 14 - March 4, 2027
Every Thursday at 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
January 14 - March 4, 2027
Every Thursday at 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
This program is designed for participants who have completed an Introduction to Wheel-Throwing for Beginners course with us or have equivalent experience. It is also suitable for students who are looking to refine their existing wheel-throwing skills, improve their technique, and build confidence with more advanced forms.Participants should have a basic understanding of centering clay and creating simple forms before joining this course.
Please Note: Clay is included in this program. This is a process-based course focused on skill development and practice; pieces created during the course will not be glazed or fired.
December 1 - December 3, 2026
Everyday at 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM
This class is perfect for beginner potters who are ready to take the next step in their ceramics journey. Designed for those who have completed an introductory class and are comfortable with the basics—such as wedging, centering, throwing simple forms, and trimming—this course will help build confidence and control at the wheel.
Students will continue developing their skills while exploring new forms beyond cylinders and bowls, refining their techniques for greater precision and consistency. The class will also introduce more thoughtful approaches to form, surface design, and glaze application. It's an ideal next step for anyone eager to grow their foundational skills and start creating more advanced and expressive pottery pieces.
October 9 - November 27, 2026
Every Friday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
October 10 - November 28, 2026
Every Saturday at 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM
January 15 - March 6, 2027
Every Friday at 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
January 16 - March 6, 2027
Every Saturday at 10:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Creative Ceramics & Student Studio
Designed for experienced pottery students, this program supports skill development through both structured and independent practice. In Creative Ceramics Studio, participants work on self-directed projects while exploring a wide range of techniques—wheel-throwing, hand-building, sculptural forms, surface treatments, and more—developed through hands-on practice. Weekly sessions provide time to refine skills, develop personal style, and deepen artistic expression with guidance from our artist instructors.
For ongoing practice, our Student Studio gives currently registered students independent studio time to continue projects, experiment with techniques, and nurture their personal artistic voice. Supervisors are available for guidance, making it a space for focused practice, inspiration, and connection with fellow makers.
This intermediate and advanced course is for experienced pottery students ready to develop their skills. Participants work on self-directed projects and explore advanced techniques in wheel-throwing, hand-building, and surface treatments, with guidance from our artist instructors. Students choose Wheel-Throwing or Hand-Building when registering.
Our studio is open four times a week with daytime, evening, and weekend sessions for currently registered adult students. Registration is required for all participants. The studio provides self-directed time to work on personal projects and experiment with techniques. Supervisors are available for guidance. Please note: no refunds are offered, but transfers to other time slots are allowed.