Introduction
Are you in Austin and itching to explore a new and creative outlet? We have carefully curated a list of the finest pottery classes this vibrant Texan city has to offer. From whimsical hand-building to mastering the potter’s wheel, our guide is your gateway to the world of ceramics! To ease your journey into pottery, we’ve answered some key questions to help you choose the class that best fits your artistic aspirations. For more detailed insights, don’t forget to check out the websites of these fantastic studios.
If you’re a pottery studio owner in Austin and would like to see your space featured in our guide, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us at shannon@revitdigital.co for information on how to join the list.
Mud Studio
Website: https://mudstudioceramics.com/
Location: 608 W Monroe, Unit B, Austin, TX 78704
FAQs
What is the duration of each pottery class?
Mud Studio offers 6 week classes, as well as a one-time wheel class.
What type of classes are offered? What skill levels are catered to?
Mud Studio offers both wheel and handbuilding classes, and both the beginner and intermediate levels.
They also offer a few specialty workshops, such as a hand building plate workshop.
Are materials provided, or do I need to bring my own?
Clay will need to be purchased for your class session. There is no mention of whether or not they provide tools.
Do they charge for firing and glazing?
There is no mention of if they charge for firing and glazing.
How many studio hours are included?
6 week classes include 5 hours of studio hours to use during your 6 week session.
Austin Pottery
Website: https://www.atxpottery.com/
Location: 5442 BURNET ROAD, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78756, USA
What is the duration of each pottery class?
Austin Pottery offers 8-week classes with 3 hours of instruction per week, 1-time classes for those wanting to get their feet wet, and specialty workshops.
What type of classes are offered? What skill levels are catered to?
Austin Pottery offers wheel-throwing, handbuilding, and combination (wheel-throwing + handbuilding!) classes. While it appears that most of their classes are beginner classes, they do have a few that “require prior experience”.
Are materials provided, or do I need to bring my own?
Clay will need to be purchased at their studio, and likely a beginner toolkit as well.
Do they charge for firing and glazing?
It does not appear that the studio charges for firing and glazing.
How many studio hours are included?
Open studio is available to students enrolled in classes, though they don’t note how many hours students are granted.
Broad Club House Studios
Website: https://www.broadstudiosclubhouse.com/
Location: 727 Airport Blvd., Austin, TX 78702
FAQs
What is the duration of each pottery class?
Broad Club House Studios offers 6-week and 12-week courses, with 3 hour sessions. They also offer pottery “date nights”, workshops, memberships, and firing services.
What type of classes are offered? What skill levels are catered to?
Broad Club House Studios offers wheel and handbuilding classes, and has a range of classes for a range of skill levels! Both beginners and intermediate potters will be able to find something interesting here.
One class at the time of publishing this article is called “Emotional Preparation for the Pottery Journey” and we love it!
Are materials provided, or do I need to bring my own?
The price of the class does not include clay or pottery tools. Both can be purchased through the studio.
Do they charge for firing and glazing?
There is not a firing or glazing fee for work that you create in class. However, if you create work outside of class, you do have to pay a firing fee.
How many studio hours are included?
When you’re enrolled in a class, open studio hours are offered every week. However, it does appear that you have to pay for these sessions.
Cafe Monet
Website: https://cafemonet.org/
Location: 4477 S Lamar Blvd #560 Austin, Tx 78745 United States
FAQs
What is the duration of each pottery class?
Cafe Monet offers “try it once” pottery classes, as well as 8-week sessions with 3 hour classes. Private sessions are also available.
What type of classes are offered? What skill levels are catered to?
Cafe Monet offers handbuilding and wheel classes, and has 3 levels of classes.
They also offer one-time pottery painting sessions!
Are materials provided, or do I need to bring my own?
A 25 lb. bag of clay is included in the price of the class. You will likely need to purchase a tool set.
Do they charge for firing and glazing?
Glazing and firing is covered in the cost of the class.
How many studio hours are included?
It’s unclear whether Cafe Monet offers studio hours. They do offer “walk-in times” for pottery painting and making for $30.
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