Fire & Light: Illuminated Clay!

Explore the warmth, glow, and atmosphere of fire through clay in this 6-week class. Fire & Light invites you to create functional and sculptural pieces designed to hold, reflect, and interact with flame. From softly glowing lanterns to bold statement candelabras, you’ll learn how to shape light itself through form, texture, and carving.

You’ll experiment with carving techniques to create perforated patterns that cast shadows and ambient light, as well as explore enclosed and open forms for candles, incense, and small flames. Surface treatments and glazing will be used to enhance the way your pieces reflect and diffuse light.

What you’ll learn:

How to create hollow and enclosed forms
Carving and piercing for illuminated patterns
Constructing functional elements like holders, bases, and supports
Surface treatments and glazing to enhance glow and reflection

Project ideas may include:

Carved luminaries and lanterns
Candelabras and candle holders
Wall sconces or hanging light shades
Incense burners and holders
Mini chimineas for tabletop use
Ashtrays with sculptural or functional flair

Who this class is for:
Open to beginners and experienced students alike. Whether you’re new to clay or looking to expand your hand-building skills, this class offers a creative and approachable way to explore both function and atmosphere.

Bring your ideas, curiosity, and a love of warm light—this class is all about creating pieces that truly shine

What to bring:
A towel, and clothes you don’t mind getting messy — or an apron.

Includes:

25 lbs of clay
6 weeks Studio Access
2 weeks after class ends to finish all work
Weekly Open Studio time outside of class to practice and explore

Students will meet for 2.5 hrs, 7pm- 9:30pm, once a week for six weeks. You will be able to progress at your own speed and instruction will be catered to your particular skill level.

The class must have 6 people to run. An email will be sent if the class needs to be merged or cancelled.

Be sure to wear old clothes or bring a apron and towel. Basic beginner pottery tools can be purchased here for $15. If you have any questions about the class, please email Delores at infodelorespottery@gmail.com

Students must be 18 years or older. Some exceptions can be made. Contact Delores with requests before registering your child.

We do not offer personal make up days since all of our classes are full.Typically instructors repeat lessons so if you miss one week you'll have the demo next time. We also offer open studio, access to the studio on the weekends and some weekday options for students to come in and practice.