Ceramics Studio
We are committed to providing you with the best possible experience.
In order to prep supplies, NO “SAME DAY” REGISTRATIONS! Same day registrations will automatically be moved to the next scheduled class date.
You'll receive personalized instruction tailored to your skill level. Before registering, please inform us of any accommodations to facilitate your access or use of the pottery wheel.
Wear casual clothing and footwear that you don’t mind getting dirty. Avoid wearing jewelry and secure long hair. Be mindful that long nails may be prone to breaking and interfere in the pottery making.
Pottery pieces may require 30 days or longer for firing and glazing. You will receive a text message when your item(s) are ready for pickup. We will hold the pottery for 30 days from the date of the notification.
Children under 8 are not permitted in the ceramic studio. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Glaze N’ Blaze Workshop
Experience the excitement and unpredictability of Raku, a 16th-century dynamic pottery firing process producing vibrant, metallic, and crackled effects, originating from Japan. You’ll receive one pottery piece to glaze and observe the firing process. Click link to learn more about the firing process and what to expect. You may purchase additional pieces at the event. Snacks and beverages will be provided, but participants are welcome to BYOB.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
$35, AGES 13+
Choose a session at sign up:
3:00-4:30 PM
5:00-6:30 PM
7:00-8:30 PM
Adaptive Hand Building
Hand Building for adults with developmental or other disabilities who want to explore their creativity through clay. Support staff or caregivers may accompany participants to provide assistance; if you wish to participate in the hand building activity you are welcome to register as a participant.
Instructor: Kristen Allen
SATURDAYS, 12:00-2:00 PM
$25, AGES 18+
Throw and Go
Ideal for beginners to learn basic ceramic throwing skills.
Instructor: Stephanie Payton (Fridays)
Instructor: Lucky Dogwood (Saturdays
FRIDAYS, 6:00-8:00 PM
SATURDAYS, 1:00-3:00 PM
$20, AGES 13+
Hand Building Classes
In each class, we’re making something different. View project schedule.
Instructor: Lucky Dogwood
MONDAYS@6 PM (finishes when the project is completed; lasts up to 2 hours)
$25, ages 8+
Open Studio Hand Building
Classes will introduce the potter to the three basic techniques of hand building - Pinch, Coil, and Slab construction.
Instructor: Kara Holland
SATURDAYS, 3:00-5:00 PM
$25, AGES 8+
Paint A Pot
Paint hand-made pottery using a variety of stencils, decals, and colored underglazes to create a unique piece of pottery.
Instructor: Kara Holland
SATURDAYS, 3:00-4:00 PM
$25, AGES 8+
Intro to Pottery Wheel Workshop
In this series of 8 classes, our experienced potters take you through the entire process of learning how to make a piece of pottery, from throwing it on a wheel, designing, firing, and glazing. Learn a variety of techniques and processes such as classic throwing style, trimming process, glazing and electric kiln firing basics.
Instructor: Stephanie Payton
EACH TUESDAY/THURSDAY FOR 4 WEEKS
6:00-8:00 PM
$150, AGES 13+
A new 4-week/8 session workshop starts each month. Choose your start date at registration.
Private Experience
This 2-hour experience includes all supplies, kiln firing, and instructor time.
WHEEL THROWING, AGES 13+ (5 MIN, 10 MAX)
HAND BUILDING, AGES 8+ (5 MIN, 12 MAX)
ADULTS $35 / PARTICIPANT
KIDS $25 / PARTICIPANT
Please book at least one month in advance to allow for creative planning.
CONTACT EVENT PLANNER
Stephanie Payton
479-474-7767
spayton@artsonmainvb.com
415 Main Street
Van Buren, AR 72956
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