Pottery Classes in NYC, New York

Learn classic wheel throwing techniques used to make teapots, vases, coffee mugs, and practically any functional and sculptural works you can can imagine in a supportive, friendly environment. This "trial" class is a hands-on intensive wheel class taught by the school's expert instructors. Q&A Q: Can I take what I make home?  A: No,...

The workshop is a hand building course using slabs of porcelain to build functional objects. In the workshop, we will apply colored clay "slips" to the surface of the clay and create decorative patterns in blue, black, gray, pink and red. Workshop participants will make at least 1 planter that will be finished with glaze. The planter can be picked...

A one day ceramics-making class for adults and teens.  Appropriate for absolute beginners and those more experienced.  While it's a great way to sample clay work, it's also an opportunity for those more experienced with clay but too busy for an 8-week term to squeeze some quality clay time into their lives. We notify students about a month...

Students attending this class will learn classic ceramics techniques used to make teapots, vases, coffee mugs, and practically any functional and sculptural works they can imagine. This class is "trial" class is a hands-on intensive (2 1/2 hours). "Handbuilding" is a process whereby the potter shapes, assembles and embellishes pots from clay that...

TGIF! Looking for something truly different and fun to do Fridays? In a relaxed and fun atmosphere learn the rudiments of throwing on the pottery wheel in this hands-on class taught by one of our experienced ceramics instructors. Great for beginners and experienced, date nights and ladies night out!  Please feel free to bring your own refreshment...

This workshop is a hand building course using slabs of porcelain to build functional tableware, mainly tumblers, or cups, perfect for coffee, tea or any other beverage. In the workshop, we will apply colored clay "slips" to the surface of the cups and create decorative patterns in blue, black, gray, pink and red. Workshop participants will make at...

Touch is the first sense to develop when we are born. Yet most of our life is experienced through sight. During this unique experience, we will take you back to the very beginning. Explore your sense of touch by sculpturing...without sight. You will receive an introduction to basic clay handling. Then you will sculpt...blindfolded! Using only your...

Handbuilding is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using the hands, fingers, and simple tools.  Handbuilding techniques allow for a wide range of creativity using press and hump molds, and other types of form aids to create functional and sculpture work. We will also explore many surface...

This workshop will introduce you to the basic skills of throwing on the potter's wheel. No prior experience is required. You will get to keep the bowl or cylinder you have successfully created. We will glaze and fire it for you with our glaze pick of the week. Important Things to Note: We will contact you approximately 3 weeks after the workshop...

Precious metal clay, or silver clay, is made of pure silver mixed with water and an organic binding agent. You can mold it into an endless number of shapes and designs. When fired, the binding agent burns off, resulting in original fine silver jewelry—99.9% pure. Learn the basics of how to work with silver clay in our introductory workshop. This...

Evenings are for letting loose and relaxing! Couples, singles and friends come join us and get a little dirty while enjoying the wine or beer you brought in. This class can be repeated many times but gives you the freedom to register one class at a time. Our instructor will show and assist you with the basic techniques of the potter's wheel and will...

In our fully equipped ceramic studio (pottery wheels, kilns, clay extruder, slab roller, all the tools you need and lots of clay), you will be instructed by our professional ceramic artists. You will learn many of the hand-building skills that’s needed to make all kinds of functional and sculptural works of art. If you want to keep your work you...

Have you always wanted to try out the the pottery wheel but not quite ready to sign up for an entire session? This one time introductory class lets you get your hands dirty on the wheel without the time commitment. You will experience how thrilling it is to get the clay spinning on the wheel while we explain the basics of centering and pulling up...

In this 2 hour workshop you will learn clay basics and fundamental hand-building techniques and apply them to create your own personal cup, bowl or figure. Class sizes vary from 4-8 people. You can choose to have your work fired and glazed for you for an additional $12. Your work will be finished and ready for pickup in 3-4 weeks. You can also...

Master the art of working on the potter’s wheel. Basic classes begin with fundamentals; new forms and glazing and decorating techniques are demonstrated each week. In intermediate/advanced classes, fine-tune your throwing skills and explore a variety of vessel forms. Investigate complex surface-decorating techniques and foster a personal style....