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[Wednesdays] September 6-Week Pottery Course

Overview

This 6-week pottery course is perfect for anyone looking to start a new hobby, refine their skills, and meet like-minded people! You'll create functional, personalized pieces while learning both wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques. Classes meet Wednesdays at 6:30 PM with flexible glazing anytime in October (Oct 1–31). Weeks 2 and 5 focus on handbuilding of all types — pinch, coil, and slab — so you can make mugs, bowls, planters, chip-and-dip plates, bookends, magnets, ash trays, and more. Courses are kept small, at 13 students, to ensure personalized instruction. Most students finish 5–6 final pieces (maximum of 6 to ensure kiln space). All tools and materials are included, with the option to purchase a personal tool kit for $20.

Refund & attendanceShow

Refund Policy

Non-refundable 5 days before the start. A $25 cancellation fee applies before this. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is also enrolled in the course.

Attendance Policy

If you cannot attend a class, please contact potterychicago@gmail.com before enrolling and we will inform you if a makeup option is available.

Duration
2 hours
Location
1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 407
Capacity
13 people
Enroll in Course
$210
Course price (all sessions included)
Course schedule6 weeks · Session outline
  1. Week 1Sep 2

    Throwing Part 1

    Centering clay, forming cylinders, and crafting simple bowls.

  2. Week 2Sep 9

    Handbuilding — All Types

    Pinch, coil, and slab techniques across our full handbuilding menu: mugs, bowls, planters, chip-and-dip plates, bookends, magnets, ash trays, and sculptural forms.

  3. Week 3Sep 16

    Throwing Part 2

    Improve your control with taller forms, even walls, and refined shaping.

  4. Week 4Sep 23

    Throwing Part 3

    Learn trimming techniques and how to add footers (bases).

  5. Week 5Sep 30

    Skill Recap & Handbuilding — All Types

    Apply everything learned so far on the wheel, plus another full handbuilding session (pinch, coil, and slab) across all project types.

  6. Week 6Flex in October

    Glazing

    Flexible glazing anytime October 1–31. You'll receive up to 4 hours of studio time (split across 2 sessions) during open hours. Finished pieces are typically ready one week after glazing and will be held for 60 days after firing.

13 spots remaining · $210 per person

First Class
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM CST
Location
1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 407, Chicago, IL 60613
Class Size
13 max · 13 spots left
Type:Courses
Weeks:6 weeks
Duration:2 hours
Class meetings:6

Event Location

1770 W Berteau Ave Suite 407, Chicago, IL 60613

Located in the Artsy Ravenswood, easily accessible by public transit and street parking available.