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2023 CLASSES

New Work Space

Now offering clay classes for kids!

CLASSES FOR KIDS

It's clay time! Our fun, project-oriented classes are a great introduction to working with clay. All classes will use handbuilding techniques (coil, pinch, slab), not the pottery wheel.

Shakers

$40

Let's make music! Create your very own clay shaker/rattle!  

Class dates- February 18 & 25

2:00- 3:00pm

Project pick up- March 4

Suggested age 8-10 

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Animal Egg Cups

$40

What's an animal egg cup, you ask? A fun little creature to hold your hard-boiled eggs of course! 

Class dates- March 4 & 11

2:00- 3:00pm

Project pick up- March 18

Suggested age 8-10 

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Whale Mug

$40

Let's welcome back the whales and make whale mugs!

Class dates- April 15 & 22 

2:00- 3:00pm

Project pick up- April 29

Age 11-13

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Trinket Jar

$40

Create a small container for precious little items!  

Class dates- May 6 & 13

2:00- 3:00pm

Project pick up- May 20

Age 11-13

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Sunflower Bowl

$40

Welcome summer with a happy sunflower bowl. 

Class dates- June 3 & 10

2:00- 3:00pm

Project pick up- June 17

Age 11-13

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WHEEL THROWING

Learn how to throw on the pottery wheel! In our wheel classes you'll learn how to wedge clay, center, throw basic forms and glaze. Our classes are great if you're new to the pottery wheel, or if you need to keep practicing the fundamentals. Reclaim clay and community tool use included. Please wear a mask for class. Ages 14+

Fridays with Kristine McInvaille

$300

Class dates- February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10. 

5:30pm - 8:00pm

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Sundays with Jordan Jones

$360

Class dates- March 26, April 2, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 21, 28

12:00pm - 2:30pm

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Mondays with Jordan Jones

$360

Class dates- March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15

5:30pm - 8:00pm

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Tuesdays with Jordan Jones

$360

Class dates- March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16

5:30pm - 8:00pm

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HANDBUILDING

Sgraffito

$185

Learn the decorative technique of sgraffito with instructor Tricia Balok! In this class you'll make a simple clay form, paint it with colored slips and carve in decorative lines and imagery. This is a fantastic class for individuals of all skill levels! 

Class dates-

January 16 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

January 18 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm

January 25 from 3:00pm- 5:00pm

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Monoprinting

$185

Learn how to monoprint on clay with instructor Tricia Balok! In this class you'll learn to transfer a flat image to your 3D clay form! It's a fun and easy class for individuals of all skill levels! 

Class dates-

February 6 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

February 8 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm

February 15 from 3:00pm- 5:00pm

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Handbuilding 101

$325

This 6-week course will teach you the basics of handbuilding. You'll explore pinching, coiling, soft slab and hard slab construction techniques. This is a superb foundational course that is first in a series of classes designed for individuals seeking a more detailed and in-depth clay learning experience. This is a perfect class to take if you are interested in studio membership in the future!    

Tuesdays, 3:00 - 6:00pm 

Class dates- February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7, 14

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Handbuilding 101

$325

This 6-week course will teach you the basics of handbuilding. You'll explore pinching, coiling, soft slab and hard slab construction techniques. This is a superb foundational course that is first in a series of classes designed for individuals seeking a more detailed and in-depth clay learning experience. This is a perfect class to take if you are interested in studio membership in the future!    

Thursdays, 3:00 - 6:00pm 

Class dates- March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20

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Planters

$185

Create your very own slab-built planter, perfect for small house plants or flowers! Tricia Balok will guide you through creative process from start to finish. Open to students of all skill levels. 

Class dates-

April 10 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

April 12 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm

April 19 from 3:00pm- 5:00pm

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COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR CLASSES

Do I need to buy clay?

No. All classes will use our studio reclaim (recycled) clay which is included in the cost of the class. If you prefer, new clay is available for purchase for $25/25# bag. WCC members receive a $5 discount/bag.  

What kind of clay do you use?

Our studio clay is Laguna B-Mix. It is a very smooth and plastic clay that fires to an off white color. We electric fire to cone 5.  

Can I buy or bring my own tools?

Yes, please do! We have tool kits available for purchase, or you can bring your own tools. We always have community tools available that you may use during class for free.   

Can I use my own clay from home?

No.  

Can I use my own glazes?

No. 

Can I come in to practice outside of class times?

No. Currently we do not offer extra time to work outside of class. 

Can I stay longer after class to finish my project?

No. Please respect the time of our instructors and do your best to finish up in the time allotted. 

If I miss a class can I make it up?

No. WCC is a busy place and we cannot offer make-ups.

Can you prorate my fees or give me a refund?

We do not prorate class fees. Refunds will only be offered if no classes were attended. Refunds issued for classes have a $20 processing fee.  

When will my work be fired and ready to pick up?

Class work will be fired promptly- usually within a week. You'll be notified when it's ready! Abandoned work will be discarded after 10 days. 

Will you fire things I've made at home?

No. If you are interested in firing services, studio membership is a great option!

OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

ONE-ON-ONE POTTERY LESSONS

ONE-ON-ONE POTTERY LESSONS

ONE-ON-ONE POTTERY LESSONS

Individual lessons are available! Learn the pottery wheel or handbuild. 

$200/four (one hour) lessons  

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STUDIO MEMBERSHIP

ONE-ON-ONE POTTERY LESSONS

ONE-ON-ONE POTTERY LESSONS

If you have clay experience and feel comfortable working on your own, membership is a great option!

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ONE-ON-ONE POTTERY LESSONS

SHOP THE GALLERY

Our pottery classes for kids are being sponsored by the Whidbey Island Arts Council! Check their website regularly for sign-ups.  

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