Welcome to House of Dirt

Your haven for all things ceramics in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico! Our mission is to create a warm and welcoming space where people can come together, foster connections, and unleash their creativity through the magic of clay.

Classes

Whether you're completely new to working with clay or an experienced ceramicist, we welcome all skill levels to our classes.

WORKSHOPS

Experience the joy of working with clay in our one-time classes. Create unique, beautiful pieces as you receive step-by-step guidance. Perfect for beginners and those seeking a convenient artistic exploration.

FIRING SERVICES

Need your clay creations to be fired? No problem! Our firing services have you covered. Just bring in your ready-to-fire pieces, and we'll handle the rest with expert care.

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Beginner Wheelthrowing & Handbuilding

September 6 - October 25 (8 Weeks)
Saturdays, 10am-1pm
House of Dirt Studio

In this beginner class, students will explore both wheelthrowing and handbuilding techniques. We’ll cover the basics of using the potter’s wheel as well as rolling slabs and coil building methods. With a small class size of up to six students, we’ll guide you through altering forms with both additive and subtractive techniques, trimming, experimenting with different surface treatments, and glazing. Ultimately, students will learn how to combine different techniques to make their clay visions come to life. This course is open to all levels, from complete beginner to experienced artist.

Tile Making

September 8 - October 27 (8 Weeks)
Mondays, 6-9pm
House of Dirt Studio

Discover the art of tile making in this fun and informative class! We’ll explore various techniques for creating both functional wall tiles and decorative pieces. Students will learn how to develop their tile surfaces with texture, hand-painted designs, and geometric patterns. With a small class size of just six students, you'll receive personalized guidance to bring your tile ideas to life. This course is open to all skill levels, from complete beginner to experienced artist.

Making Multiples

September 9 - October 28 (8 Weeks)
Tuesdays, 6-9pm
House of Dirt Studio

In this class, we’ll dive into creating sets of functional ceramics using both wheelthrowing and handbuilding techniques. We will discuss various ways to create multiples with clay, including intentional forms, design elements, and surface development. With a small class size of up to six students, each participant will receive personalized instruction to turn their clay ideas into a reality.

Prerequisite:
Students must have some ceramics experience to join this class. Students do not need previous experience at House of Dirt, but should have a basic understanding of the ceramic process. We will not be spending time on foundational wheelthrowing skills such as centering and trimming, so students who desire to make work on the wheel must be comfortable with those skills already. Students who would like to make work using handbuilding techniques are not required to have previous wheelthrowing experience.