Let's make art together! Guided art experiences that meet you and your people where they are.
Creating is good for EVERYONE!
Description
Unleash your creativity and master the art of handbuilding in this comprehensive 6-week course. Whether you're a young creator or an adult looking to learn a new craft, this class provides a supportive, tactile environment to explore the world of clay.
What You’ll Learn
We dive deep into the foundations of handbuilding (no wheel required!). Over the course of the term, you will gain hands-on experience with:
- Core Techniques: Mastering pinch pots, coil construction, and slab rolling.
- Surface Design: Experimenting with sgraffito, texture application, and underglaze.
- Guided Projects: Utilize custom templates to craft functional pieces like mugs, bowls, and boxes.
Your Vision, Our Guidance
We believe in "intentional creating." During our first session, you'll define a personal project goal—like a custom planter or a specific sculptural piece—and we will provide the technical guidance to help you bring that vision to life by week six.
Course Details & Logistics
- Location: Hosted in the vibrant, creative atmosphere of Armistice Brewing in Richmond, CA. Expect great music and community vibes!
- Materials Included: Tuition covers your clay, all necessary tools, glaze materials, and professional kiln firing services.
- Final Firing: Pieces undergo their final firing after the last session. You will receive an email with instructions for picking up your finished masterpieces.
- Attendance: This course meets for 2 hours each session. To complete the full cycle from wet clay to finished glaze, we recommend attending all dates.
The Fine Print
- Session Dates: Saturdays (4/11, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, and 5/23) from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
- Drop-off/Pick-up: For students under 18, a parent or guardian must sign them in and out. Liability and emergency contact forms must be completed at the first session.
- Policy: All multi-week class sales are final. We are unable to offer refunds once payment has been processed. There are no partial refunds for missed classes.
- Open to Ages 11 through Adult
Meet the Instructor: Emily Strongin
Emily has been a multidisciplinary arts educator for nearly two decades, dedicated to fostering community through creativity. With a focus on ceramics, printmaking, and fibers, she centers her teaching on the joy of experimentation and curiosity. Emily believes that creating is good for everyone and—above all—that there is no "wrong" way to create.
Date & Time
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Venue Details
Armistice Brewing
845 Marina Bay ParkwayRichmond, California 94804
