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Learn the art of handbuilding ceramics in NYC as you explore techniques such as pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction to create your own unique clay masterpieces.

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Hand-Building Ceramic Witchcraft Ritual Tools

Bat Haus @ 459 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Unleash your creativity and craft one-of-a-kind tools steeped in ancient traditions and mystical energy in this hand-building with clay class.

(14) All levels 10 and older
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$105
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Doll Making Workshop

e.e.ceramics @ 622 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY

You will learn ceramic hand-building and figure sculpting techniques to create heads, hands and feet to be attached to a doll body that will be provided by the artist. Your pieces will be fired and completed for you. Note: You will leave your work to be fired and picked up or mailed to you once it’s done. Shipping fee not included in admission price. Please bring clothes that you can get messy in.

(34) All levels 18 and older
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Open Studio Independent Work

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

An opportunity for students to work independently in the studio for 35 sessions in late summer. Students must be intermediate- or advanced-level and understand there is no instruction provided. 

(1061) Intermediate 18 and older
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$800

29 sessions

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Beginner Hand-Building Workshop

AlterWork Studios @ 30-09 35th Ave, Long Island City, NY

Hand-building is an ancient art of creating objects out of clay with just simply your hands and some basic tools. Unlike wheel- throwing, hand-building allows for numerous variations in form so come in ready to experiment and explore. This 3-hour beginner workshop will show you some basic hand building clay methods to get your started with this beautiful and versatile material.  We will cover the pinch, coil and slab methods and use them to...

(9) Beginner 15 and older
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Hand-Building Ceramic Pet Bowls

Bat Haus @ 459 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Learn the art of hand-building techniques to craft custom pet dishes that are both functional and stylish. Elevate your pet's mealtime experience with beautifully crafted ceramic bowls.

(14) All levels 10 and older
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$105
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Ceramic Hand-Building Witch Altar Workshop

Bat Haus @ 459 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Unleash your creativity and tap into your mystical side with an enchanting ceramic hand-building workshop at Bat Haus. Join us for a unique experience where you can craft your own personalized altar pieces infused with intention and magic. Explore the world of ceramics and create stunning pieces adorned with captivating designs and intricate details.

(14) All levels 10 and older
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$105
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Four Week HandBuilding Pass - Summer Session

e.e.ceramics @ 622 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY

 If you have already taken a workshop with me or have previous clay experience and want more guided instruction, you can hop into my weekly classes with this class pass. Class sizes are currently reduced so there will be plenty of one on one instructor time. Get help with specific techniques or a project you've had in mind.  Make up classes will be available if you need to skip a day. You will receive a half bag of clay, and more...

(34) Intermediate 18 and older
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$130

2 sessions

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Ceramic Music Box

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Bring your family to the ceramics studios for a fun workshop making a kinetic ceramic sculpture with music works. You’ll choose a tune and then together create your own clay sculptures. You’ll sculpt and paint your creations and then our artists will glaze and fire your works which will be ready for pick up 10 days after the class. $75 per one child and one caretaker (each additional child or grown-up: $25)

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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8-Week Hand-building Workshop

MostRecklessly @ 355 Stockholm St, New York, NY

During this 8 week session you’ll learn how to create your very own one of a kind ceramic pieces from start to finish. Students will receive one 25lb bag of WHITE clay to use during the session. Additional colors available to purchase. During this session, Nicole will teach you how to hand build & glaze your pieces. This session includes access to tools, studio equipment, aprons, towels, etc. Students will have their own shelf area to...

All levels 18 and older
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$320

8 sessions

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Adult Beginner Handbuilding Ceramics/Make a Planter

RNK Ceramics @ 34-09 Queens Blvd, Long Island City, NY

This workshop is a beginning handbuilding course. You will learn classic ceramic techniques such as coiling, slabbing and pinching to make a one of a kind planter.  All materials will be provided for this class, however you should wear clothing that you can get messy in. Paper will be provided for sketching basic designs, but feel free to bring a sketchbook with ideas you have been thinking about. Workshop participants will make 1 planter...

Beginner 18 and older
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Weekend Wheel Throwing Pottery (Sunday)

Choplet Ceramic Studio @ 238 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

This workshop will introduce you to the basic skills of throwing on the potter's wheel. No prior experience is required. You will get to keep the bowl or cylinder you have successfully created. We will glaze and fire it for you with our glaze pick of the week. Important Things to Note: We will contact you approximately 3 weeks after the workshop when your piece is ready to be picked up. Q&A Q: Is there a minimum age requirement to attend...

(459) Beginner 15 and older
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Mugs and More - Wheel: Beginning/Intermediate

West Side YMCA - Community Arts @ 5 W 63rd St, New York, NY

In this class, we will learn basic skills to create lidded jars, oval planters, vases, and other intermediate forms. Beginners develop proficiency on the wheel and learn about our studio glazes. Please Note: There is a firing fee charge of 4 cents per cubic inch that includes both the bisque and the glaze firing.  This includes the cost of clay & glazes and is only charged when a piece is successfully completed and ready to go...

(30) Beginner 18 and older
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$345

8 sessions

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Clay Pottery (Ages 9-14)

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

Explore the world of 3-dimensional art through clay. Create vessels using the slab or coil method. Try the pottery wheel and learn how to glaze your creations.  Note: Materials provided

(29) All levels 9 - 14 years old
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$315

8 sessions

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Private Class

Choplet Ceramic Studio @ 238 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Q&A Q: Is there a minimum age requirement to attend your classes?  A: Our classes are adults & young adults but we would be happy to accept someone as young as 15 as long as they are behaved and comfortable working with an older group.

(459) Beginner 18 and older
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$140
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Beginner/Intermediate Mold Making Workshop

Choplet Ceramic Studio @ 238 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

If you are thinking about commercializing one of your design or wish to introduce shape repetition in your creative endeavor, then the mold making workshop is for you! This workshop offers an opportunity to make your own two or three piece plaster mold and learn to use it with slip clay. We will also demonstrate how to clean the cast piece as well as discuss slip clay recycling, firing and glazing. Please Note: No previous experience required....

(459) Beginner 15 and older
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$265

2 sessions

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Art and Biography

The Jewish Museum @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY

Consider how works of art can contribute to the understanding of an individual’s life story, and how a biographical treatment can assume many different creative forms. Experience works of art in the highly anticipated exhibition, Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything along with works of art in the Jewish Museum’s collection, and participate in a hands-on workshop that integrates art making and writing.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Making Museums Accessible to All

The Jewish Museum @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn about ways that the Jewish Museum welcomes students with learning differences through partnerships with special education schools and programs designed for students with a range of disabilities. Included is a visit to the Museum’s galleries and hands-on art activities in the art studio, where Jewish Museum educators will model techniques for engaging special education students. Price includes light refreshments

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Hand-Building Ceramic Coffeemaker Set

Bat Haus @ 459 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Dive into the world of pottery with expert guidance and create a one-of-a-kind ceramic coffee set at Bat Haus. Add a personalized touch to your coffee routine.

(14) All levels 10 and older
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$105
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5 Week Beginners Wheel Throwing Workshop

MostRecklessly @ 355 Stockholm St, New York, NY

During this 5 week very intimate hands on experience you’ll learn how to create your very own one of a kind wheel thrown ceramic pieces from start to finish. Students will receive one 25lb bag of white clay to use during the session. Additional colors are available to purchase. This session will focus on the foundations of wheel throwing. We will touch on glazing with options to go more in depth during open studio hours. This session includes...

Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$280

5 sessions

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Hand-Building Workshops

AlterWork Studios @ 30-09 35th Ave, Long Island City, NY

Hand-building is an ancient art of creating objects out of clay with just simply your hands and some basic tools. Unlike wheel- throwing, hand-building allows for numerous variations in form, so come in ready to be creative, experiment and explore. These 2 hour workshops are part of an ongoing series that will cover different hand building methods, as well as various decorating techniques like carvings, sgraffito and glazes. You can sign up for...

(9) All levels 15 and older
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