Pottery Classes in San Francisco, CA

Learn techniques for making your own ceramic planters! Both thrown and handbuilt forms will be demonstrated, and there will be time to construct several of your own vessels. Techniques for decorating planters will also be covered. Some ceramic experience recommended but not required.

We will experiment with layering glazes, underglazes, and oxides to achieve new and different surfaces. In the first class we will make test tiles, in the second class we will experiment with surfaces, and in the third class we will discuss and compare results. Basic Pottery Tool Kit Clay available for purchase at Art Center.

Dive into the beauty of ceramic form and function. This class will provide opportunities for continuing students to explore new forms and refine throwing skills. Some discussions and demos will be incorporated into class time. Fee includes glaze and firing fee.  Prior wheel throwing experience recommended. Clay available for purchase at Art...

Learn new ways to enhance and embellish your ceramic surfaces with texture! Demos will incorporate found objects, leaves, fabric, wood grain and much more! All levels, ages 18 and up welcome. Fee includes glaze and firing fee. Students may attend open studio for up to 3 hours per week during the weeks that their class is held.  Required supplies...

This class focuses on individual projects, incorporating various techniques including hand-building and throwing on the wheel.  Ages 16+ welcome. Fee includes glaze and firing fee. Students may attend open studio for up to 3 hours per week during the weeks that their class is held Required supplies for this program: Basic ceramic tools...

Explore the basics of glaze chemistry! This class will help demystify glazes. We will learn about glaze ingredients, discuss the physics of firing, make test tiles, and each person will find a glaze recipe to make themselves. Results will be shared and discussed.  Basic Pottery Tool Kit Clay available for purchase at Art Center.

In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to throw graceful vases and delicate bottles. Techniques to be covered include collaring narrow necks, trimming upright on the bat, and using metal ribs. Some ceramic experience required.

This course will cover a variety of handbuilding techniques, including pinching, coil, and slab construction to create functional works. Follow along with demos or work on your own projects. *Fee includes glaze and firing fee Required supplies for this program: Basic ceramics clay tool kit(Metal Rib, Wood Modeling Tool, Needle Tool, Loop Tool,...