Learn how to hand-build in clay during this fun 4-week course! Hand-building utilizes a variety of techniques done without the potter's wheel, such coiling, pinching, and using slabs. Hand-building can be used to make both functional pottery and sculptural pieces.

While this class is suitable for total clay beginners, it can also accommodate more experienced clay workers who want help with their clay projects. Instructor Maranda Powers can help you realize any hand-building ideas you have in mind!

Course Level

This course is appropriate for students at the following levels:

Beginner (no prior clay experience)
Beginner+ (some prior clay experience)
Intermediate

Age Levels

Adults 18+
Teens, 16-17 years (may register and attend independently)

Included in your tuition

Midrange stoneware clay (other clay bodies available for purchase)
Firing fees for all pieces made in this class
Use of communal studio tools (individual tool kits also available for purchase)
Use of studio slips, stains, and glazes

Good to know

To cut down on trash, we don't provide paper towels in the studio. We suggest all students bring a hand towel for clean-up. It's also a good idea to wear an apron or old clothes that can get dirty.
Registrations for courses that have not met the required number of students will close 24 hours before the start date of the course.
Students may return to the Clay Center during Open Studio to finish pieces started in class for one month following the last class day of their registered class.
If you've never been to the Clay Center, please click here to review our location and parking information.

Missed Class/Make-up Policies

We allow one make-up for a missed class per four-week course.
After the last class in a session has begun, we will email all enrolled students with information on available class make-up spots for that session.

Hand-building with Maranda Powers