Handbuilding Wall Adornments (Jan/Feb)
Beginner/Intermediate
Service Description
Wednesday nights 6:30 - 9:00PM 1/7 - 2/11 Week 1: Tile Project Overview: Students will create a series of six tiles that form a cohesive collection. Each student will explore unity through shape, color, texture, and surface design. Students will sketch ideas and experiment with relief, carving, and underglaze techniques. Week 2: Wall Planters Overview: Students will design and build wall planters using slab-building methods and templates. Emphasis will be on creating dynamic yet structurally sound forms suitable for hanging. Surface finishes and attachment techniques will also be covered. Week 3: Altars & Candle Sconces Overview: Students will explore personal symbolism and ritual through the creation of altars or candle sconces. Focus will be on form, function, and concept development. Students will experiment with combining hand-building techniques (slabs, coils, attachments) and incorporate texture and pattern for visual interest. Week 4: Curio Shelf Overview:Students will sketch and plan a curio shelf that reflects their personal aesthetic or thematic direction. Construction will begin using slabs or coils, focusing on balance, joinery, and form. Week 5: Curio Shelf Continued Overview: Students will continue constructing and refining their curio shelves. Focus will be on finishing details, smoothing, and surface preparation for bisque firing. Week 6: Glaze Day & Potluck Overview: Students will learn best practices for glazing larger pieces, including application methods, layering, and glaze safety. A community potluck will celebrate the completion of the session, and students will reflect on their body of work.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Fees & class schedule: Class fees cover instructed class time (as listed in specific class schedule), use of tools and equipment, open studio hours, studio glazes and firing up to 25 lbs of clay. Additional work may be fired for a fee. Pottery class fees include 25 lbs of clay Classes are subject to change if minimum student quota isn't met (7 students). Class switches will only be available 1 week prior to the commencement of classes and based on the capacity of classes at time of request. Attendance: It is mandatory for all students who are new to the studio attend the first week of classes. No “make-up” classes are given but you're more than welcome to drop-in on another session if there is an opening or absence. For Adult classes, Kids must be 14-years old or older Personal belongings: Any items left behind 30-days after last class may be discarded without notice. Refund policy: Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refund or Credit (minus $20 processing fee) if a request for refund is received TWO WEEKS and only two weeks before the start of a class. Credit (no refund) with less the 48 hour notice ONLY if your spot can be filled. No refunds or credits after attending 1st class. Classes missed due to failure to attend, planned absences, minor illnesses or vacations will not be credited for future classes. One-Time class registrations such as Drop-In Clay or Friday Night Clay are considered final ONE WEEK before start of class. Open studio hours for students: Monday- Friday: 10AM-6PM Saturday: 10AM-7PM Sunday 10AM-7:30PM (Hours subjected to change upon five days' notice)
Contact Details
4268 Broadway, Oakland, CA, USA
Oakland@clayroomsf.com