June Continuing Handbuilding Ceramics Class

Expand on the skills you learned in our Beginning Handbuilding class and discover what else is possible with clay. Lessons will vary but may include things like building larger forms, surface decoration and glazing ideas, or sculpture.

This course will begin on Tuesday, June 9th.

We recommend having at least one month of handbuilding experience before taking this class. 

850 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405 

Challenge yourself and learn how to build bigger, more complex, and more stable forms efficiently.

Week 1: Dynamic Coil Building + Texture
We will begin with a coil-built form focusing on movement and shape. Students will also create textured test tiles to explore surface treatments for glazing.

Week 2: Slabs and Surface Design
Students will finish and refine their coil pieces, explore slab methods and greenware surface decoration methods. Students will also learn how to make cookies to use during the glazing process. 

Week 3: Troubleshooting, Repair, and Review
Students will continue to work on their projects, assess their pieces+ building experience and discuss methods to address different construction concerns.  Students will then use the test tiles to introduce basic glaze application and surface interaction.

Week 4: Glazing
Students will complete all their greenware by the final class date and discuss glazing methods. 

To get the most out of this class, you should feel comfortable with all of the steps and processes you learned in the four week Beginning Handbuilding course.

In addition to the weekly class meetings, we have open hours seven days a week for you to come in and work on your own.

Continuing Handbuilding students should bring their own clay and tools to this class. We have a supply shop at the studio where you can purchase these things if you need them. The course fee includes firing for up to 12 pieces (under 12" in any direction).

Our FAQ page contains more information. 

By enrolling in a class or workshop, you are acknowledging that you have read and understand the safety instructions and liability waiver.

Cancellations made 4 or more days before the start of the class will be refunded. For cancellations made fewer than 4 full days, but more than 24 hours before the start time, a 50% refund or 50% credit toward another class or workshop will be issued. We cannot provide refunds or credits for cancellations or rescheduling requests made fewer than 24 hours before class starts, if you miss class, or arrive too late to participate.

Our classes are for adults. If you have a child under 18 interested in taking a class, please contact us before enrolling.