Art of Clay: Handbuilding

Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-07:00

935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, United States, California 92651 | Laguna Beach

Sawdust Art Festival
Publisher/HostSawdust Art Festival
Art of Clay: Handbuilding
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Come get your hands muddy and explore the art of handbuilding with local artist Tessa Mansour!
Join us for a relaxed handbuilding class held outdoors on our Main Deck beneath the eucalyptus grove. Surrounded by dappled light and fresh air, guests will learn foundational handbuilding techniques while creating their own sweet-inspired pottery, think pastries, confections, and dessert forms translated into clay.
Tessa will guide participants step-by-step through shaping, refining, and adding playful details to their piece, making this class welcoming for beginners while still inspiring for those with prior clay experience. This class is an opportunity to slow down, get your hands dirty, and turn a favorite treat into a lasting ceramic keepsake!
Tessa will handle the glazing process for you, and you’ll get to choose your glaze color. If you’d like additional pieces to be fired, that’s available for a small extra fee. Tessa will coordinate with you for pick up/shipping.

Price
$105.00 per student. The cost includes materials, firing, glazing, and one finished piece. There will be an additional charge if you wish your item(s) to be mailed.

Dates
Saturday, February 21st 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, February 28th 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, March 14th 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, March 21st 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, March 28th 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, April 18th 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, June 13th 2026 • 10AM-12PM
Saturday, June 20th 2026 • 10AM-12PM

Location
Sawdust Art Festival | Main Deck
935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Directions: https://sawdustartfestival.org/about/directions/
Please note that this class takes place in a heated, covered, outdoor studio.

Class Requirements
Age Restrictions: Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Skill Requirements: All skill levels welcome!
This class can accommodate a maximum of 6 students and requires a minimum of 2 to proceed. Bring a friend!
Closed-toe shoes and casual, comfortable clothing are recommended. Aprons will be provided.
For common questions and our Cancellation Policy, please refer to:
https://sawdustartfestival.org/art-classes/sawdust-art-classes-faqs/
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935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, United States, California 92651

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