CREATIVITY. COMMUNITY. CONNECTION.

POTTERY CLASSES

2026 • SESSION 3

May 11th-June 29th

The journey from idea to finished piece requires foundational knowledge, but the path you take is your own. In our multi-week sessions, you will receive expert instruction and demos on key pottery-making techniques, with time for self-directed practice. Find your inner potter in a communal space, supporting one another’s ideas and igniting creativity.

Class Offerings & Descriptions

Ceramics: Wheel & Hand • ALL LEVELS

Unplug from the digital world and connect with the meditative process of working with clay in this beginner-friendly & up class. For those with or without experience, this class is designed to help you tap into your own creative rhythm and build a sustainable pottery practice at any stage. You'll learn core techniques from an expert instructor, but the primary focus is on nurturing your personal artistic expression. Through mindful practice and hands-on experimentation, you will build the skills and independence needed to create a body of work that is all your own. A combination of wheel & hand-building demos included, though students are welcome to focus more on one or the other in their personal practice.
Class consists of instruction, demonstrations and independent practice time.
Choose your day and time below!
AGES: HS & up
LEVEL: All levels welcome • no experience necessary
DURATION: 7 weeks
DATES & TIMES
*MONDAYS • May 11-June 29
*(No Class Memorial Day 5/25)
TIME: 6:00–8:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: John Vorstadt
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TUESDAYS • May 12-June 23
TIME: 6:00–8:00pm
INSTRUCTORS: Vanessa Lloyd-Zammett & Beth Wright
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SATURDAYS • May 16-June 27
TIME: 10:00am–12:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Roberson
TUITION: $425 (cash discounts & payment plans available! Contact us for more info at info@claybirdstudio.com)

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Ceramics: Wheel & Hand • INTERMEDIATE+

Go beyond the basics in this intermediate & up level class, where guided instruction supports a self-directed studio experience. Designed for potters with solid foundational skills, this class blends focused mentorship with independent work time so you can experiment, explore personal style, and bring creative ideas to life. Whether on the wheel or hand-building, most of the session is dedicated to individual practice and exploration.
With instructor support, you’ll refine technique, build confidence, and develop the problem-solving skills needed to take on more complex work - shifting from simply practicing techniques to truly owning your creative voice and artistic direction.
Class consists of instruction, demonstrations and independent practice time.
AGES: HS & up
LEVEL: Foundational wheel and/or hand-building skills required
DURATION: 7 weeks
DATES & TIMES
WEDNESDAYS • May 13-June 24
TIME: 6:00-8:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: John Vorstadt
TUITION: $425 (cash discounts & payment plans available! Contact us for more info at info@claybirdstudio.com)

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Ceramics: Sculpting & Hand-Building • ALL LEVELS

Learning to sculpt and hand-build are the most foundational and expressive forms of working with clay - giving you the skills to create just about anything you can imagine.
Step away from the pottery wheel and discover clay in a whole new way at the table, exploring techniques like coiling, pinching, slab-building, and sculpting. These methods date back to the earliest forms of pottery-making and remain essential for creating both functional pieces and one-of-a-kind works of art.
In this class, your instructor will guide you in using your hands and various tools to develop your own creative rhythm and bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re making usable pottery or decorative sculptural pieces, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of clay and a whole new appreciation for hand-building.
Class consists of instruction, demonstrations and independent practice time.
AGES: HS & up
LEVEL: All levels • no experience necessary
DURATION: 7 weeks
DATES & TIMES
SATURDAY • May 16-June 27
TIME: 1:00–3:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: John Vorstadt
TUITION: $425 (cash discounts & payment plans available! Contact us for more info at info@claybirdstudio.com)

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Note: Once a class has begun, online registration is no longer available. However, spots may still be open! If interested in joining, please email us at info@claybirdstudio.com or calling 201-264-2815.

What’s Included with Registration

• One 25-lb bag of cone 6 stoneware clay (clay type/color may vary session-to-session based on clay availability).

• Full use of shared studio tools, equipment, dipping glazes, and kiln firings associated with the provided clay.

• Dedicated personal shelf space for the duration of your session.

• 6 hours of complimentary Open Studio time per week to practice independently outside of class.

• Additional clay available for purchase by registered students only (firing fees included in the per-bag price).

• Loyalty discount program for returning students who re-register for future sessions.

Claybird Studio is committed to keeping our classes and programs accessible. If tuition feels like a stretch, please reach out. We’re happy to arrange a confidential payment plan so you can participate without the stress of paying in full upfront. Online registration is available via credit card or PayPal. Discounted pricing is offered for payments made via Venmo, Cash App, or cash. Discounts cannot be combined. Restrictions apply and additional info may be needed. Contact us directly to register with a cash payment option at info@claybirdstudio.com or call 201-264-2815.