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

March 29 - May 17 (8 weeks)
Saturdays, 10am-1pm
House of Dirt Studio

In this 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

March 31 - May 19 (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.

Mixed Level Functional Ceramics

April 1 - May 20 (8 weeks)
Tuesdays, 6-9pm
House of Dirt Studio

In this class, we’ll dive into creating decorated functional ceramics using both wheelthrowing and handbuilding techniques. Students will create their own custom tools, including bisque stamps and repurposed gift cards transformed into rib tools, to enhance their creative process. We’ll also discuss creating reusable templates to achieve consistency within a collection of pots, and using rubber bands as a glaze resist. With a small class of up to six students, each participant will receive personalized instruction as we move through the ceramic process together. Some ceramics knowledge can be helpful, but no prior experience is required to join!