4-Week Intro to Handbuilt Ceramics (Wednesday Mornings)

Come get muddy with us at Erie ClaySpace! In this four-week class, you’ll learn the basics of handbuilding—pinch pots, coil work, slab construction, and more. Our instructors will guide you step by step, but there’s plenty of room to play, explore, and make pieces that feel like you. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and we’ll provide the clay, tools, and good vibes.

*Accessing the studio: Please call us at (814) 520 5089 when you arrive. The front doors to the PACA building are locked. We will buzz you in. Please join us for your class on the third floor.

*Accessibility: If you require the use of an elevator (we are on the third floor), please let us know ahead of time at [email protected], and we will have someone assist you with it. (The elevator is old-fashioned, and you cannot call it with a button.)

More info:

Demonstrations will occur at the beginning of each session, followed by group exercises, and one-on-one guidance. Students will be able to handle their pieces through the entire ceramic process, starting from a lump of clay all the way through to glazing. Topics include learning how to wedge clay and exploring various hand-building techniques like coil construction and slab building.

By the end of the class, you’ll have a good understanding of basic ceramic studio practices, and you will learn what's needed to become a member of Erie ClaySpace!

The class fee includes 12 pounds of clay , all glazing materials, firings, and additional practice hours in the studio. Extra clay is available for purchase as needed.

Ages 13 to adult. The class is limited to 15 students.

Instructor: Caelin McDaniel

Open Studio:

In addition to class time, students will have access to the studio from 12-2 pm each Saturday while class is in session. This open studio time is supervised but instruction is offered only during class time.

Notes:

We reserve the right to postpone or cancel classes that do not meet the minimum enrollment of 5 students. If a class is canceled by Erie ClaySpace, you have the option to transfer to another similar class or have your tuition refunded in full.

Refunds are available with proper notice. We are unable to give a refund for this class that is not requested at least one week before the start of the first class. Processing fees may apply. Refunds are not given for missed classes. Students may use Open Studio time to catch up and practice.

If you have questions about this class, please contact us via email at: [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Erie ClaySpace, 1505 State Street, Erie, United States