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, Nov 9 - Dec 14
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $288
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $202 (Details below)
This 6 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 4-6 weeks after class. NOTE: Pieces will not be ready for the holidays! 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, Nov 4 - Dec 16 (NO CLASS 11/25)
Time: 1-4 PM
Instructor: Emma Raynor (she/her)
General Registration: $288
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $202 (Details below)
This 6 week session class runs weekly on Wednesday Afternoons from 1-4p skipping the week of 11/25. 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 4-6 weeks after class. NOTE: Pieces will not be ready for the holidays! 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: Nov 4 - Dec 16 (NO CLASS 11/25)
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $288
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $202 (Details below)
This 6 week session class runs weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-8:30 PM skipping class the week of 11/25. 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 4-6 weeks after class. NOTE: Pieces will not be ready for the holidays! 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, Nov 5 - Dec 17 (NO CLASS 11/26)
Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Instructor: Rey Hansen (they/them)
General Registration: $288
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $202 (Details below)
In this 6 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 4-6 weeks after the final class. NOTE: Pieces will not be ready for the holidays! 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, Nov 5 - Dec 17 (NO CLASS 11/26)
Time: 5:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Lauren Rouatt (she/her)
General Registration: $288
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $202 (Details below)
This 6 week session runs weekly on Thursday evenings from 5:30-8:30pm skipping the week of 11/26. 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, Lauren 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:
Clay & Tools
Materials: Students can purchase one 25-lb bag of Alligator clay and Lauren will support you in recycling the clay yourself.
Glazes & kiln firing
Pickup Info:
Finished work will be ready approximately 4-6 weeks after class. NOTE: Pieces will not be ready for the holidays! 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, Nov 7 - Dec 12
Time: 9AM-12PM
Instructor: Becky Allen (she/her)
General Registration: $288
BIPOC Fellowship Registration: $202 (Details below)
This 6 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 4-6 weeks after class. NOTE: Pieces will not be ready for the holidays! 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