Winter in Clay: A 4-Week Handbuilding Experience
❄️ 🏺 ☕
Start the year with your hands in clay. This 4-week pottery series is the perfect way to slow down, get creative, and make something meaningful as you ease into the new year.
Join us every Thursday from 6:30–8:30pm for a cozy, hands-on experience designed for beginners and returning makers alike. You’ll learn foundational handbuilding techniques, explore your creative side, and walk away with pottery you’re proud of—plus a calmer mind and maybe a few new friends.
Upcoming Session:
Each session is limited to just 6 participants for plenty of one-on-one guidance in a relaxed, welcoming studio environment.
What You’ll Learn
Over 4 weeks, you’ll master pottery basics like pinching, coiling, and slab-building while creating a variety of functional and decorative pieces. Think bowls, mugs, planters, and sculptural forms. Each week builds your skills and confidence while letting your creativity lead the way.
Weekly Adventures in Clay
Week 1: Start simple—shape your first hand-pinched bowl and explore coil building for small vessels or planters.
Week 2: Dive into slabs! You’ll learn to use the slab roller and create your own mug (or two) to keep you company all winter long.
Week 3: Choose your own creative path—design something from a template or go fully freestyle. Add textures, carvings, or stamped designs for extra personality.
Week 4: It’s glaze week! Learn how to use colored underglazes and food-safe clear glazes to finish your pieces with color and shine.
Course Perks
✨ Small Class Size: Only 6 participants for an intimate, supportive atmosphere.
✨ Open Studio Hours: Practice anytime between 11am–7pm, or enjoy full-day access (6am–midnight) on your class days.
✨ All Materials Included: 15 lbs. of your choice of clay (white stoneware or brown speckled buff), studio tools, glazes, firings, and a personal shelf for your work.
✨ A Creative Community: Whether you’re a total beginner or picking clay back up, Studio Sumi is a welcoming space to learn, play, and create.
Why You’ll Love This Workshop
Winter is the season for slowing down and there’s no better way to do that than with clay. Each class offers a balance of mindful making, creative play, and technical skill-building. You’ll leave with beautiful, food-safe pieces ready for everyday use (or gifting!) and a renewed sense of calm to carry into the year ahead.
📍 Location:
Studio Sumi
5031 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
Winter in Clay: A 4-Week Handbuilding Experience
❄️ 🏺 ☕
Start the year with your hands in clay. This 4-week pottery series is the perfect way to slow down, get creative, and make something meaningful as you ease into the new year.
Join us every Thursday from 6:30–8:30pm for a cozy, hands-on experience designed for beginners and returning makers alike. You’ll learn foundational handbuilding techniques, explore your creative side, and walk away with pottery you’re proud of—plus a calmer mind and maybe a few new friends.
Upcoming Session:
Each session is limited to just 6 participants for plenty of one-on-one guidance in a relaxed, welcoming studio environment.
What You’ll Learn
Over 4 weeks, you’ll master pottery basics like pinching, coiling, and slab-building while creating a variety of functional and decorative pieces. Think bowls, mugs, planters, and sculptural forms. Each week builds your skills and confidence while letting your creativity lead the way.
Weekly Adventures in Clay
Week 1: Start simple—shape your first hand-pinched bowl and explore coil building for small vessels or planters.
Week 2: Dive into slabs! You’ll learn to use the slab roller and create your own mug (or two) to keep you company all winter long.
Week 3: Choose your own creative path—design something from a template or go fully freestyle. Add textures, carvings, or stamped designs for extra personality.
Week 4: It’s glaze week! Learn how to use colored underglazes and food-safe clear glazes to finish your pieces with color and shine.
Course Perks
✨ Small Class Size: Only 6 participants for an intimate, supportive atmosphere.
✨ Open Studio Hours: Practice anytime between 11am–7pm, or enjoy full-day access (6am–midnight) on your class days.
✨ All Materials Included: 15 lbs. of your choice of clay (white stoneware or brown speckled buff), studio tools, glazes, firings, and a personal shelf for your work.
✨ A Creative Community: Whether you’re a total beginner or picking clay back up, Studio Sumi is a welcoming space to learn, play, and create.
Why You’ll Love This Workshop
Winter is the season for slowing down and there’s no better way to do that than with clay. Each class offers a balance of mindful making, creative play, and technical skill-building. You’ll leave with beautiful, food-safe pieces ready for everyday use (or gifting!) and a renewed sense of calm to carry into the year ahead.
📍 Location:
Studio Sumi
5031 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
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