Classes at black hound clay south
Summer CLASS preview
IS NOW OPEN
Classes will open for registration on Saturday March 29 at 10am!
Summer 2025 SESSION IS June 2 - july 25, 2025
All instruction, tools, glazes. firing and 25 pounds of clay are included in the price of tuition. Additional clay can be purchased on our website. One free open studio is included with every class.
BEFORE REGISTERING FOR A CLASS, PLEASE READ OVER OUR REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICIES
Wondering what level of wheelthrowing class is appropriate for your current skill levels?
Check out this guide.
WE OFFER PAYMENT PLANS!
Payments will be automatically deducted on the dates below from the card on file.
If you register between March 29 and April 13, 2025:
First installment payment of 33%: upon registration
Second installment payment of 33%: April 25, 2025
Third installment payment of 33%: May 23, 2025
If you register between April 14 and May 9, 2025:
First installment payment of 50%: upon registration
Second installment payment of 50%: May 23, 2025
If you register after May 9, 2025, you must pay in full.
CLASS WAITLIST POLICY
Once a class is full, the class listing will be converted to a waitlist sign up. Signing up for the waitlist is free. Joining the waitlist for a particular class does not guarantee you a spot in that class, and it does not obligate you to sign up should space come available.
Please feel free to email us at South@blackhoundclay.com with any questions!
Wheelthrowing Classes for adults
wheelthrowing 101
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
Black Hound Clay Studio's Wheelthrowing 101 Class is a comprehensive eight week beginner’s introduction to making objects on the potter's wheel. In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn a variety of foundational skills and then use them to create their own unique and beautiful pottery. By the end of the class, students will be well versed in the ceramic process from start to finish, from working with wet clay to trimming to decorating and glazing.
An excellent course for complete beginners as well as those with throwing experience, students can expect a small class environment with one on one attention from professional teaching artists and staff, a clean, well-stocked studio and an inclusive, friendly vibe.
AVAILABLE DAYS & TIMES:
MONDAY MORNINGS, June 2 - July 21, 10am-1pm with Lauren Rider
MONDAY AFTERNOONS, June 2 - July 21, 1:30-4:30pm with Lauren Rider
TUESDAY EVENINGS, June 3 - July 22, 6-9pm with Marley Massey Parsons
TUESDAY EVENINGS, June 3 - July 22, 6-9pm with Akiko Jackson
THURSDAY EVENINGS, June 5 - July 24, 6-9pm with Veronica Mehl
Wheelthrowing 102
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
This class is designed for the experienced beginner in mind. If you have some have previous wheel throwing experience and are looking to push your skills to the next level, this class is for you. Students will be led through warm-up throwing exercises and activities to help improve technical ability and troubleshoot problem areas. We will focus on lifting taller, thinner and more consistent walls, shaping, trimming, surface design and attachments. Students will be encouraged to work towards developing a matching set such as cups, mugs, bowls or vases as a way to sharpen skills.
independent projects
MONDAY EVENINGS, June 2 - July 21, 6-9pm
with Lisa Belsky
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
This class is for intermediate and advanced level students who want to work independently while also having an instructor available. If you are looking to expand your skills or have a specific project in mind, this class will allow you to explore your ideas through individual instruction and demonstrations. All students registering for this class should have a solid foundation of throwing, trimming, glazing and be comfortable working independently.
Students should come to class with personal goals in mind for what they'd like to make or learn. Topics covered in the class will include working on a larger scale, throwing and altering processes, in-depth surface design/decoration techniques and troubleshooting common throwing issues. Students are encouraged to explore their own interests and work at their own pace.
HANDBUILDING CLASSES for adults
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Introduction to Handbuilding: Creating a tablescape
Monday Evenings June 2 - July 21,
6-9 pm (8 weeks)$450
(installment payment plans available)In this class you will learn hand building techniques that will allow you to create pieces to build a beautiful tablescape. Students will learn to make varying objects to elevate any dinner table; from plates, bowls, candlesticks, jars, cups, bud vases and more! Using all of the hand building techniques (pinching, coils and slabs) students will find their style through form and texture to create a cohesive collection of functional pieces to serve any meal on. In addition this class will go over underglaze and glazing techniques to add color and character to each item or collection!
Instructor: Maddie Rothman
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The Illustrated planter: Wednesday Evenings
Wednesday Evenings June 4 - July 23,
6-9 pm (8 weeks)$450
(installment payment plans available)
Join Maria for an eight-week planter-making adventure!
This hands-on class will explore various building techniques to create unique and functional planters, including coils, slabs, and molds. You’ll also dive into surface decorating methods like sgraffito, Mishima, underglaze, and paper and tape resist, adding your personal touch to each piece. To wrap up our creative journey, we’ll host a plant exchange—the perfect way to fill your new planters and celebrate our time together!Instructor: Maria Albornoz
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Handbuilding with Ease: Thursday Evenings
Thursday Evenings June 5 - July 24,
6-9 pm (8 weeks)$450
(installment payment plans available)Learn how to perfect the basic building blocks of ceramic handbuilding in this all-level class. You will work through pinching, coiling, and slab techniques, suitable for both functional and sculptural makers. Additionally, glazing and surface design will be covered to help complete your final product.
Instructor: Gerald Brown