Our Pottery classes
Discover the joy of creativity at Cariku Art Lab! Our pottery classes cater to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced artists. Explore hands-on techniques like wheel throwing, hand-building, and glazing in a relaxed and inspiring studio environment. Whether you're looking to try something new or refine your skills, our classes are designed to spark your imagination and bring your unique creations to life. Join us and experience the art of pottery!
Cariku Art Lab offers a selection of basic sculpting and pottery tools for purchase at the studio for students who prefer to buy locally. We also have a limited number of shared tools available for use during class for students who may not yet have their own. Students are encouraged to bring personal tools, when possible, but lack of tools should never be a barrier to participating.
Beginner/Intermediate Wheel class
This four-week class meets once a week and includes four additional open studio days, giving you plenty of time to practice and refine your skills.
Perfect for beginners or those with some experience, this class focuses on the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including centering, shaping, and trimming.
You'll also learn essential techniques for creating functional and decorative pottery pieces.
Cost: $ 200 (materials and firing included up to 20 pieces).
Class start the first week of each month:
Tuesdays from 4-6 pm
Thursdays: from 6-8 pm
Instructor: Courtney Ott
*No more than twenty pieces can be made or glazed during a class session. Clay is included for class work only.
Hand-Building class
This four-week class meets once a week and is perfect for anyone looking to explore pottery without the use of a wheel. It includes four additional open studio days!
Learn foundational techniques such as slab building, coiling, and pinch pottery to create unique and functional pieces. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class allows you to experiment with shapes, textures, and designs while crafting pottery by hand.
Cost: $ 200 (materials and firing included up to 20 pieces).
Monthly Class dates:
Tuesdays from 10:30-12:30 pm
Wednesdays from 10:30-12:30 pm
Thursdays from 2:00-4:00 pm
Instructor: Maylin Travers
*No more than twenty pieces can be made or glazed during a class session. Clay is included for class work only.
Paint-a-pot Experience
This is a fun and creative two-hour pottery painting experience for all ages! Choose a pre-made ceramic piece, explore different painting techniques, and personalize your design. Once finished, we’ll fire your piece, making it a lasting keepsake. Perfect for individuals, families, or friends looking for a relaxing and artistic activity, no experience needed!
Cost: $20/$40 /$60 per person (depends on the piece you choose)
Materials and firing are included for one piece.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 1:00-3:00 and 3:00-5:00 pm
Wheel-throwing and Hand-Building experience
Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding Experience
Designed for couples or friends, this shared clay experience offers a hands-on introduction to wheel throwing or handbuilding techniques. With a two-student minimum, participants can explore the potter’s wheel or create by hand using pinch, coil, and slab methods in a relaxed, supportive studio environment. No prior experience is required, just curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make together.
Cost: $ 75 per student (materials and firing included up to 3 pieces).
Check the calendar for availability or send us a note with your preferred date and time..
Open Studio programs
Designed for independent artists and pottery enthusiasts, this program offers daily access to the Cariku Art Lab studio during designated hours.
Work at your own pace while using our equipment and shared workspaces to bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re refining your skills or continuing an ongoing project, the studio offers a welcoming, creative environment to support your practice.
Cost: $15 per time slot
Firing is included for up to 20 max per month.
Check the calendar for available time slots during the week.
Clay and tools are not included in the Open Studio program.
Private Pottery lesson
Our private pottery lessons offer a personalized, hands-on experience tailored to your interests and skill level. In a two-hour session, you’ll receive one-on-one instruction and explore one of our pottery techniques, including:
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Wheel Throwing: Learn the basics of centering, pulling, and shaping clay on the potter’s wheel.
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Handbuilding: Discover creative methods like coil, slab, and pinch construction.
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Glazing Techniques: Experiment with commercial glaze combinations to achieve beautiful finishes on your pieces.
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Custom Topics: Lessons can be customized to cover other areas of interest such as surface decoration, trimming, kiln basics, studio practices, and more.
Cost: $100 (materials and firing included up to 3 pieces).
Send us a message via email or call us to schedule your private lesson!