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. Share your ideas with your teacher and they'll help you bring them to life.

We recommend having at least two months of handbuilding experience before taking this class; this could mean taking Beginning Handbuilding twice, or one month of Beginning Handbuilding plus one month of independent practice as a member. 

Classes meet once a week for 2 hour sessions, with open studio time daily for you to practice on your own.

Course fee includes everything classes and open practice hours, a rainbow of cone 5 glazes to choose from, and firing for up to 15 pieces. Continuing handbuilding students may use studio recycled clay or purchase another type of midrange clay to work with. 

We strongly advise you to make sure you’ll be able to attend all class sessions before signing up. We do not offer make ups for this class.

Our FAQ page contains more information. See who is teaching our upcoming classes here.

850 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405 

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 the start time of class, if you miss your 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.