Pottery Classes in NYC, New York

In this class students will about the use paper templates to plan out future vessels. Form and function will be discussed. Through the use of non-traditional materials, we will experiment with texture and explore pattern. Ideas generated in this class will be able to be transferred and used once back in the studio. Click below for the supply list:...

Intro to Hand Building will be an opportunity for students to work with clay as an art medium. Each student will become familiar with the basic methods of construction, decoration, vocabulary, as well as sculptural techniques. ***Hand building is the method of manipulating clay using one's hands and handheld tools. Children will use slab, coil and...

In this virtual five-week course, students will deepen their understanding of handbuilding with clay and create robust vessel forms from coiled clay. Students will explore a variety of techniques, focusing primarily on coil construction to produce functional tableware and decorative art objects. Students will learn how to embellish and adorn the surface...

This two hour class covers basic hand building pinch pot techniques to create your own salt cellar and spoon. Participants will make about 2-6 pieces. This class provides 3 lbs of class for pick up. Participants get up to 2 months to glaze their pieces.

Beginner lecture for those interested in learning about mold making methods to use for your specific needs. This course will help people acquire the necessary knowledge to make molds. This course is not meant for people who make molds; this is a course for people who want to know how to make molds. Know the pros and cons of materials such as silicone,...

Pinch, slab, and coil your way to create fantastic containers for your favorite flowers and herbs. Folk traditions and techniques from Mexico to Italy will be your inspiration to design vases and vessels. Sgrafitto, stamping, carving animals and figures are just some of the techniques to put the finishing touch on your pieces. Group participation and...

In this online class, we will utilize, a frame by frame approach to working with ceramics and a digital camera/phone. We will learn how to manipulate this magical material into a moving image. Squeeze, cut, push, pull—each movement of the clay will be recorded to give action to our intended content Supplies needed:  clay, plasticine air dried...

Glass/Ceramics Virtual Event - From your Device! This is a special edition ceramic tree event with supplies shipped direct to door! You will get to choose your color tree after purchasing your ticket here on yaymaker. We will ship all supplies needed to create this beautiful ceramic tree. Grab some friends in person or virtual and tune in on virtual...

This online research-based course will focus on developing new and highly refined forms paired with carefully selected surfaces. Research will be done by delving into online collections and selecting forms, then, refining them by altering scale and adding attachments. This will be done using basic sketching techniques or, if the student has access,...

In this class, the students will be asked to take advantage of the many museums around the world that have opened their collections to online visitors. Projects will be based on the research gathered including drawings, found materials, paper, cardboard scissors and glue. Students will develop a sketchbook practice to enhance their clay work. This...

Conceptual, Historical, Handmade: The Relation of Historical and Current Methods of Handmade Ceramics This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program. If we are able to offer an in-person version of this class in the coming months, we will contact you and make both...

In this workshop, Eddie Dominguez will share his unique approach to translating his love of nature and Hispanic culture into utilitarian ceramics. He will explain his use of low fire earthenware and his techniques for carving in clay. He will also demonstrate the application of commercial underglaze and glazes. The workshop will take place over...

Clay starts with the erosion of the earth, leads into a malleable material, and results in cups, toilets, tiles, knives and pipes. Alternatively, clay provides a direct translation of ideas, free of limitations of form, and takes a stance in contemporary art making while retaining the record of the human hand.” In this 2 hour online course, JJ Peet...

This three-part digital course broadcast from Rebecca Manson's studio will help students at any level build their understanding of clay as a material and in culture. While the studio is at the core of ceramic practice, taking time to learn about clay outside of the studio is essential to any artist's growth — this is an opportunity to engage née...

This is a virtual Ceramics event with supplies shipped to door.  Full kit includes: Ceramic/ Paint/ foam brushes/ twist lights/ plugin light base/ glitter upon availability. This is for USA residents only- cannot ship to Canada. Total Price of this experience includes an Experience Fee. Please purchase your ticket first and then fill out...