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Ceramics - Where Clay Meets Creativity

From wheel-throwing to handbuilding, our clay classes offer something for everyone. Professional ceramic artists lead you through every step of the creative process.

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Craft After Hours: Making a Fairy House

Ceramics Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$110
Member Tuition
$90
Studio Fee
Included
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Explore handbuilding techniques to shape, texture, and refine your own whimsical fairy house from clay. Learn how to build unique architectural details, add texture and character, and create a one-of-a-kind piece that makes a charming addition to your home or garden. No prior clay experience is necessary.

Sessions

Craft After Hours: Making Ornaments

Ceramics Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$110
Member Tuition
$90
Studio Fee
Included
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Explore handbuilding techniques to shape, texture, and refine your own clay ornaments. Create a collection of unique, handcrafted decorations using a variety of textures, patterns, and details, perfect for your tree, home, or as thoughtful handmade gifts. No prior clay experience is necessary.

Sessions

Craft After Hours: Soap Holder Gifts

Ceramics Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$110
Member Tuition
$90
Studio Fee
Included
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During this pre-holiday workshop, students will create 3–5 unique ceramic soap holders using a variety of handbuilding techniques. Explore methods for shaping, adding texture, and refining form while designing functional, handcrafted pieces that make perfect gifts or additions to your home. No prior clay experience is necessary.

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/13/2026
    End: 11/13/2026
    Time
    Friday
    5-8PM
    Instructor
    Abby Botts
    Status
    Open

Sustainable Woodfire Workshop

Ceramics Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
Tuition
$215
Member Tuition
$185
Studio Fee
Included
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Experience the magic of atmospheric wood firing in this special off-site workshop at Watermark Studios in Worden, IL, led by ceramic artist Dan Barnett. This unique firing method—Burning wood creates ash, creating unpredictable and organic surface effects forming a natural glaze.  Dan has designed a high-efficiency, fast-fire wood kiln that reaches peak temperature in just 12 hours, using a minimal amount of sustainably harvested wood from his land. As the flames move through the kiln, wood ash settles onto the pottery, melting into a one-of-a-kind glaze finish.  What to Bring: 
  • 8–15 bisque-fired pieces (minimum) prepared for the firing. 
  • An open mind—atmospheric firing is an exciting process with unexpected and beautiful results! 
Don’t miss this opportunity to fire your work in a sustainably designed kiln and explore the rich, varied surfaces that only wood firing can create!  Safety Note: This workshop is for ages 16+.  Woodfiring involves high heat and active participation, so safety will be our top priority. To ensure your safety while working at Watermark Studio, please wear closed-toe shoes and natural-fiber clothing, and tie back long hair. This workshop takes place off-site at Watermark Studio in Alton, IL. Participants must sign a waiver before attending.  

Sessions

    Ages
    16+
    Dates
    Start: 11/14/2026
    End: 11/21/2026
    Time
    Saturday
    12:00pm - 3:00pm
    Instructor
    Dan Barnett
    Status
    Open

Try the Wheel

Ceramics Workshop
Level: Beginner / All Levels
Duration
1 Day
Tuition
$110
Member Tuition
$90
Studio Fee
Included
More Info
Curious about the pottery wheel? This fun and approachable 3-hour workshop is the perfect way to give it a spin—literally! Whether you’ve always wanted to try ceramics or are just looking for a creative night out, you’ll learn the basics of centering clay, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms on the wheel.

Sessions

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