CLASSES
Discover the wonderful world of clay in one of our classes designed for all skill levels. We will help you develop your technique while you create beautiful ceramics that show your individual artistic flair.
Tile Making
SOLD OUT
March 31 - May 19 (8 weeks)
Mondays, 6-9pm
$446
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
SOLD OUT
April 1 - May 20 (8 weeks)
Tuesdays, 6-9pm
$446
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!
BEGINNER WHEELTHROWING & HANDBUILDING
SOLD OUT
March 29 - May 17 (8 weeks)
Saturdays, 10am-1pm
$446
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.
Clay Camp 2025
Session 1: Ages 11-13
June 16-27, 2025
Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm
$750 (IVU included)
Session 2: Ages 14-17
July 7-18, 2025
Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm
$750 (IVU included)
Join us for the first-ever House of Dirt Summer Clay Camp! Campers will dive into the world of ceramics, exploring handbuilding techniques like slab construction, pinching, and coiling, as well as trying their hands at wheel-throwing. Throughout the two-week session, they’ll experience the full ceramic process—from shaping and sculpting to decorating with underglazes and finishing with glazing. With only six spots per session, each camper will receive plenty of one-on-one guidance and support.
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