Fall in Clay: A 4-Week Handbuilding Experience
🍂 🏺 ☕️
Crisp air, cozy sweaters, and a standing date with creativity.
As the days grow shorter and routines settle in, this 4-week pottery series is your weekly excuse to slow down, get a little messy, and make something with your own two hands. Think: warm mugs, soft clay, good conversation, and a creative ritual you'll look forward to all week long.
Join us every Tuesday from 6:30–8:30pm for a small, welcoming class designed for beginners and returning makers alike. We'll guide you through foundational handbuilding techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab building — all in a relaxed, no-pressure environment where there's room to experiment, explore, and create pieces that feel uniquely yours.
By the end of the four weeks, you won't just have a collection of handmade pottery, you'll have new skills, creative confidence, and that satisfying "I made this" feeling every time you reach for one of your pieces.
Fall is a season for slowing down, gathering close, and making space for what matters. This is your invitation to do exactly that one piece of clay at a time. 🍁✨
Upcoming Session:
Each session is limited to just 6 participants for plenty of one-on-one guidance in a relaxed, welcoming studio environment.
Weekly Adventures in Clay
Week 1: Start simple and 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 and 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
Fall in Clay: A 4-Week Handbuilding Experience
🍂 🏺 ☕️
Crisp air, cozy sweaters, and a standing date with creativity.
As the days grow shorter and routines settle in, this 4-week pottery series is your weekly excuse to slow down, get a little messy, and make something with your own two hands. Think: warm mugs, soft clay, good conversation, and a creative ritual you'll look forward to all week long.
Join us every Tuesday from 6:30–8:30pm for a small, welcoming class designed for beginners and returning makers alike. We'll guide you through foundational handbuilding techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab building — all in a relaxed, no-pressure environment where there's room to experiment, explore, and create pieces that feel uniquely yours.
By the end of the four weeks, you won't just have a collection of handmade pottery, you'll have new skills, creative confidence, and that satisfying "I made this" feeling every time you reach for one of your pieces.
Fall is a season for slowing down, gathering close, and making space for what matters. This is your invitation to do exactly that one piece of clay at a time. 🍁✨
Upcoming Session:
Each session is limited to just 6 participants for plenty of one-on-one guidance in a relaxed, welcoming studio environment.
Weekly Adventures in Clay
Week 1: Start simple and 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 and 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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