Clay Classes at the Art Barn

CLAY CLASSES

 

Discover the Joy of Creating with Clay!

 

Ready to get your hands dirty and unleash your inner artist?

 

Whether you’re trying pottery for the first time or looking to refine your skills, our clay classes are the perfect place to create, learn, and be inspired.

 

Led by experienced, professional instructors, each class offers personalized guidance in a welcoming, encouraging environment where you’ll build confidence, learn new techniques, and grow at your own pace.

 

Experience the satisfaction of transforming a simple lump of clay into a one-of-a-kind piece you’ll treasure. Along the way, you’ll meet fellow creatives, share plenty of laughs, and discover just how relaxing and rewarding working with clay can be.

 

Come get your hands dirty, spark your imagination, and create something uniquely your own. You’ll leave with new skills, lasting memories, and handcrafted pottery you’ll be proud to display for years to come!

 

We offer 2 different kinds of pottery classes, wheel throwing, and hand-building.

POTTERY WHEEL CLASSES…

Prepare to experience the thrill of transforming a simple lump of clay into a one-of-a-kind work of art! Our pottery wheel classes are perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, offering a fun, relaxed environment where creativity comes to life. With step-by-step guidance from our professional instructors, you’ll learn the exciting techniques of wheel throwing as you shape, center, and form your own unique pottery. Whether you’re trying the wheel for the first time or looking to refine your skills, you’ll leave inspired, accomplished, and eager to create more.

There are 2 Pottery wheel classes to choose from – Give It a Whirl, designed for beginners, and Level Up, designed for those who have some experience on the wheel. Note: experienced students are welcome to register for the Give It a Whirl class if it works better with their schedule.

GIVE IT A WHIRL

 

Give It a Whirl classes meet once a week for 3 weeks.

Ages: 10 and up

Cost: $150

**Students should bring a towel to class.  Clay can be messy!

Upcoming Classes 2026-2027:

Session 1:  Mondays – 9/14, 9/21, 9/28 (6:30-8pm)

Session 2: Wednesdays – 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 (6:30-8pm)

Session 3:  Saturdays – 10/10, 10/17, 10/24 (3:30-5pm)

Session 4:  Mondays – 10/19, 10/26, 11/2 (6:30-8pm)

Session 5:  Mondays – 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 (6:30-8pm)

Session 6:  Mondays – 1/11, 1/18, 1/25 (6:30-8pm)

Session 7:  Saturdays – 1/16, 1/23, 1/30 (3:30-5pm)

Session 8:  Mondays – 2/15, 2/22, 3/1 (6:30-8pm)

Session 9:  Saturdays – 2/20, 2/27, 3/6 (3:30-5pm)

Session 10:  Mondays – 4/5, 4/12, 4/19 (6:30-8pm)

Session 11:  Saturdays – 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 (3:30-5pm)

Session 12:  Mondays – 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 (6:30-8pm)

LEVEL UP WHEEL

 

Level Up meets once a week for 4 weeks.

Ages:  12 and up

Cost: $175

**Students should bring a towel to class.

Upcoming Classes 2026-2027:

Session 1:  Tuesdays – 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6 (6:30-8pm)

Session 2:  Wednesdays – 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11 (6:30-8pm)

Session 3:  Wednesdays – 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 (6:30-8pm)

Session 4:  Wednesdays – 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 (6:30-8pm)

Session 5:  Wednesdays – 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28 (6:30-8pm)

HAND-BUILDING CLASSES…

HANDS-ON CLAY

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity where you can get creative (and a little messy)? Our Hands-On Clay class is perfect! It’s generally easier than working on a potter’s wheel, so you can dive right in and enjoy the tactile experience of shaping and creating with clay.

In this class, you will learn fundamental techniques like pinch, coil, and slab and use these methods to transform a lump of clay into your very own unique masterpiece. Get ready for some imaginative and exciting creations!

This class will meet 2 consecutive weeks (1 for making your piece, and 1 for glazing), the first class will be from 12:00-2:00, and the second class from 12:00-1:00.

Ages: 8-Adult

Cost: $75

Upcoming classes: 2026-2027: 

  • Session 1 – October 10 & 17
  • Session 2 – December 5 & 12
  • Session 3 – February 20 & 27
  • Session 4 – April 10 & 17

FAMILY CLAY

Looking for a unique way to spend quality time together? Come as a family and enjoy a fun and engaging experience with clay!

In this memory-making class, you’ll work side-by-side to fashion and glaze a themed clay piece. It’s the perfect opportunity to collaborate, create a ceramic work of art, and make lasting memories together.  Classes are from 12:00-2:00pm.

 

Upcoming classes 2026-2027:

  • September 19 (12:00-2:00)
  • November 14 (12:00-2:00)
  • January 23 (12:00-2:00)
  • March 6 (12:00-2:00)
  • May 1 (12:00-2:00)

 

Ages: 4 and up

Cost: $35 per family member

PRIVATE CLAY EXPERIENCES AT THE ART BARN…

Not quite ready for a class setting, or looking for something more personalized? We can customize an experience and instruction just for you!

We offer private or small group instruction in both hand-building with clay and wheel-throwing. Whether you’re an individual or a small group, we’ll tailor the session to your interests and skill level.

(Note: We can comfortably accommodate up to 16 students for hand-building and 8 for wheel-throwing.)

  • A private booking at The Art Barn is perfect for:
    • One-on-one lessons: Get personalized attention and instruction.
    • Friends & Family outings: Learn and create together in a relaxed setting.
    • Date nights: Enjoy a unique and creative experience with someone special.
    • Team-building: Foster creativity and collaboration with your coworkers.

Time:  1 class (1.5 hours)

Age:  10 and up

Cost:  $60 per person

Private lessons are available for the following times:

 

  • MONDAYS
    • 1:00-2:30
  • THURSDAYS
    • 6:30-8pm
  • FRIDAYS
    • 7-8:30
  • SATURDAYS
    • 1:00-2:30
    • 3:00-4:30

Additional times available upon request.

To book a lesson or event, or to inquire about availability at a different time, please email:  melanie@handsonartbarn.com

NOTE:  ALL CLAY PIECES, ONCE GLAZED, WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP 2 WEEKS AFTER GLAZING.