6-8 Week Classes
Build skills, dive deep into your projects, and see your ideas fully come to life with consistent support from your instructor
We also have Kids Classes & Workshops!
Date: Mondays, Sept 7 - Oct 26
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $360
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $252 (Details below)
This 8 week session class runs weekly on Monday evenings from 5:30-8:30 PM. Students will learn wheel throwing basics such as throwing and trimming, and glazing. The class is open to all levels, including beginners & intermediates. All materials and kiln firings are included.
Included:
All materials, including clay & glaze
Bisque and glaze firings
Instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on support
Use of studio tools and equipment
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 4 weeks after class. The instructor will contact via email you when it’s ready. Please note: pieces must be picked up within 4 weeks of that email. Unclaimed work will be donated to Byrdie’s Free Pottery Box.
BIPOC Fellowship Spots
We reserve 3 discounted spots in each class for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color. If those are filled, BIPOC students are still welcome to register at the general rate. Learn more here:
byrdiespottery.org/fellowship
COVID Policy
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they must notify their instructor. We will follow current CDC guidelines and may require proof of a negative test before returning to class.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 5 or more days before class: refund minus a 10% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 5 days of class: 50% refund
Cancellations within 24 hours of class: no refund
Date: Wednesdays, Sept 9 - Oct 28
Time: 1-4 PM
Instructor: Emma Raynor (she/her)
General Registration: $360
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $252 (Details below)
This 8 week session class runs weekly on Wednesday Afternoons from 1-4p. Students will learn wheel throwing basics such as throwing and trimming, and glazing. The class is open to all levels, including beginners & intermediates. All materials and kiln firings are included.
Included:
All materials, including clay & glaze
Bisque and glaze firings
Instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on support
Use of studio tools and equipment
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 4 weeks after class. The instructor will contact via email you when it’s ready. Please note: pieces must be picked up within 4 weeks of that email. Unclaimed work will be donated to Byrdie’s Free Pottery Box.
BIPOC Fellowship Spots
We reserve 3 discounted spots in each class for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color. If those are filled, BIPOC students are still welcome to register at the general rate. Learn more here:
byrdiespottery.org/fellowship
COVID Policy
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they must notify their instructor. We will follow current CDC guidelines and may require proof of a negative test before returning to class.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 5 or more days before class: refund minus a 10% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 5 days of class: 50% refund
Cancellations within 24 hours of class: no refund
Date: Sept 9 - Oct 28
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $360
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $252 (Details below)
This 8 week session class runs weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-8:30 PM. Students will learn wheel throwing basics such as throwing and trimming, and glazing. The class is open to all levels, including beginners & intermediates. All materials and kiln firings are included.
Included:
All materials, including clay & glaze
Bisque and glaze firings
Instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on support
Use of studio tools and equipment
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 4 weeks after class. The instructor will contact via email you when it’s ready. Please note: pieces must be picked up within 4 weeks of that email. Unclaimed work will be donated to Byrdie’s Free Pottery Box.
BIPOC Fellowship Spots
We reserve 3 discounted spots in each class for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color. If those are filled, BIPOC students are still welcome to register at the general rate. Learn more here:
byrdiespottery.org/fellowship
COVID Policy
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they must notify their instructor. We will follow current CDC guidelines and may require proof of a negative test before returning to class.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 5 or more days before class: refund minus a 10% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 5 days of class: 50% refund
Cancellations within 24 hours of class: no refund
Dates: Thursdays, Sept 10 - Oct 29
Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Instructor: Rey Hansen (they/them)
General Registration: $360
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $252 (Details below)
In this eight-week handbuilding course, you'll explore foundational clay techniques including pinch, coil, and slab construction. Projects may include cups, bowls, vases, trays, and sculptural forms—tailored to your interests and pace. The first three classes will cover the handbuilding basics of pinch, coil, and slab techniques. By the 4th and 5th class you are welcome to focus on one or more of these techniques to create any project you desire, with support from the instructor.
This class is geared toward all levels of experience.
Included:
All materials
Bisque and glaze firings
Instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on support
Use of studio tools and equipment
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 3–4 weeks after the final class. Your instructor will email you when your pieces are ready for pickup. Please collect them within 4 weeks of notification—unclaimed work will be donated to Byrdie’s Free Pottery Box.
BIPOC Fellowship Spots
We reserve 3 discounted spots in each class for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color. If those are filled, BIPOC students are still welcome to register at the general rate. Learn more here:
byrdiespottery.org/fellowship
COVID Policy
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they must notify their instructor. We will follow current CDC guidelines and may require proof of a negative test before returning to class.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 5 or more days before class begins: refund minus a 10% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 5 days of the first class: 50% refund
Cancellations within 24 hours of the first class: no refund
Let me know if you want to specify anything about seating options, pacing, or physical layout accommodations.
Date: Thursdays, Sept 10-Oct 29
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $360
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $252 (Details below)
This 8 week session runs weekly on Thursday evenings. This class is only open to Intermediate students. If you have taken at least two multi-week wheelthrowing courses, we consider you an intermediate student! In this class, the instructor will help you hone your skills, learn more autonomy in your studio practice, and refine your forms, attachments, and techniques. Possible goals include - throwing bigger, narrow-necked vessels, surface decoration, etc.
Included:
All materials, including clay & glaze
Bisque and glaze firings
Instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on support
Use of studio tools and equipment
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 4 weeks after class. Instructor will contact via email you when it’s ready. Please note: pieces must be picked up within 4 weeks of that email. Unclaimed work will be donated to Byrdie’s Free Pottery Box.
BIPOC Fellowship Spots
We reserve 3 discounted spots in each class for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color. If those are filled, BIPOC students are still welcome to register at the general rate. Learn more here:
byrdiespottery.org/fellowship
COVID Policy
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they must notify their instructor. We will follow current CDC guidelines and may require proof of a negative test before returning to class.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 5 or more days before class: refund minus a 10% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 5 days of class: 50% refund
Cancellations within 24 hours of class: no refund
Date: Saturdays, Sept 5 - Oct 2
Time: 9AM-12PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $360
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $252 (Details below)
This 8 week session class runs weekly on Saturday mornings from 9am-12pm. Students will learn wheel throwing basics such as throwing and trimming, and glazing. The class is open to all levels, including beginners & intermediates. All materials and kiln firings are included.
Included:
All materials, including clay & glaze
Bisque and glaze firings
Instructor-led demonstrations and hands-on support
Use of studio tools and equipment
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 4 weeks after class. The instructor will contact via email you when it’s ready. Please note: pieces must be picked up within 4 weeks of that email. Unclaimed work will be donated to Byrdie’s Free Pottery Box.
BIPOC Fellowship Spots
We reserve 3 discounted spots in each class for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color. If those are filled, BIPOC students are still welcome to register at the general rate. Learn more here:
byrdiespottery.org/fellowship
COVID Policy
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, they must notify their instructor. We will follow current CDC guidelines and may require proof of a negative test before returning to class.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 5 or more days before class: refund minus a 10% cancellation fee
Cancellations within 5 days of class: 50% refund
Cancellations within 24 hours of class: no refund