About this Event
This week: building bigger. Use tin foil as a structural base to create larger clay sculptures that actually stand up and can be displayed.
What is Clay Time? A weekly beginner-friendly clay sculpting workshop in Metairie where you work with your hands, meet people, and take home what you create. No pottery wheel, no experience needed—just clay, simple hand-building tools, and a relaxed environment.
What happens: You get air-dry clay, tin foil for building armatures, sculpting tools, and step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor. Learn a professional technique used by sculptors to create larger pieces. Make something in two hours. Take it home the same night.
Whether you come alone, with a friend, or need to decompress after a long week—this is a creative hangout that gives you something to do with your hands.
Who this is for: Adults who want to work with their hands and get out of their heads. People who want to say "I made this" instead of "I bought this." No art experience required—total beginners welcome.
What you'll learn:
- How to create a tin foil armature (structural core)
- Building clay layers over the armature
- Techniques for larger, standing sculptures
- Making pieces that won't collapse or crack
- Creating displayable art for your home
What you'll make: A sculpture or decorative piece that can stand upright—could be a figurine, vase, abstract form, or whatever you're inspired to create. This technique opens up possibilities for more ambitious projects.
What's included:
- All clay and sculpting materials
- Hand-building tools and supplies
- Expert instruction and guidance
- Take-home everything you create
- Relaxed, judgment-free environment
- Small group setting (max 10 people)
Perfect for:
- Creative adults looking for a fun evening activity in New Orleans
- Beginners wanting to try clay sculpting for the first time
- Anyone seeking a screen-free, tactile creative experience
- People who enjoy making things with their hands
- Those looking to meet other creative people in the area
About CREEW: Clay Time is hosted by CREEW, a community-building organization creating genuine connections through recurring events across New Orleans. We believe friendship forms through consistent shared activities—this is where strangers become friends.
Clay Time happens every Wednesday with different projects. Follow CREEW on Eventbrite to see upcoming sessions, or check out our other events like Crochet Club, Art Hour, and Evening Eclectica.
Reserve your spot: Limited to 10 people. Clay Time sessions typically fill up by Tuesday. Get your ticket now to secure your spot.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
French Press Coffeehouse, 2120 David Drive, Metairie, United States
USD 25.44
