4-Week Beginner Ceramics Course - Build it. Decorate it. Make it yours.
Tuesdays, June 3–24 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
stARTup Studios | 1055 Riverside Dr., Macon, GA 31201
$180 – includes all materials, firing, and a separate glaze session
Open to adults ages 19 and up
If you’re under 19, check out our Kids & Teen Ceramic Handbuilding (Ages 10–18).
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing! This beginner-friendly, hands-on class introduces the basics of handbuilding with clay and creative surface decoration. Each week alternates between forming and finishing techniques, allowing time for experimentation, play, and personal expression.
WEEKLY BREAKDOWN:
Week 1: Handbuilding Basics – Pinch & Coil Techniques
•Learn about different clay stages, essential tools, and studio best practices
•Create your own pieces using pinch pots and coil-building methods
•Explore shaping, joining, and handling clay with care
Week 2: Texture & Surface – Stamps, Mishima and Sgraffito
•Add texture using handmade and found object stamps
•Apply underglaze and carve intricate designs using the sgraffito technique
•Use the Mishima technique for fine-line surface decoration
•Dive into line work, contrast, and pattern to personalize your pieces
Week 3: Slab Building – Constructing with Clay Sheets
•Roll and shape clay slabs into trays, cups, boxes, or decorative pieces
•Learn how to securely join slabs and add details like handles or feet
•Focus on clean construction and imaginative forms
Week 4: Glazing Prep & Final Touches
•Review and refine your work in preparation for glazing
•Learn glazing basics and explore color options
✨ Glazing Note: Some Week 3 projects may not be dry enough to glaze in Week 4. Since clay must be completely dry before firing (to avoid cracking or explosions in the kiln), a separate glazing session will be scheduled after the course ends to ensure your pieces are safely fired and finished.
Studio Access (Optional Add-On)
Looking for more time to practice? We offer
monthly studio access for anyone interested in using our space—no class enrollment required.
Month Fee: $65/month
Includes access during open studio hours on weekends and by appointment on weekdays for independent practice.
Whether you're currently taking a class or simply want a creative space to work in, our studio is here to support your pottery journey. Visit the link below for more information.
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