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Independent Open Studio

$125
Calendar Jan 1, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Open Studio participants must have taken a class already and learned basic skills, safe equipment use and know where everything they need might be located in the ClayArt studio. The $125 online registration for is for 5 Open Studio passes.  Come any Wednesday evening after 5pm.  Clay is $2.00 per pound which includes firing and glazing.

5 Passes are good at any Wednesday night open studio going forward.  They never expire.

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Kids Wheel Class - May 2026

$140

with Jane McClure

Calendar May 3, 2026 at 1:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 7 - 13

Kids (7 and up) will have a great time making pottery in this 4 session class. Everything is provided.  With teacher guidance they'll have an exciting experience learning the pottery wheel and the steps to making dishwasher safe items that the family will use.  Kids will learn throwing and glazing as well.  You will come back later to pick them up when they are fired.  It's held 4 Sundays from 1:30 to 3:00, May 3, 17, 24, 31.  Missed classes can be made up by attending Open Studio on Wednesday evenings between 5pm and 9pm. 

Full Course

Sunday Afternoon Pottery Wheel — May

$135

with Jane McClure

Calendar May 3, 2026 at 4:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This one month course introduces students to the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel.Your instructor will cover technique, trimming, and glazing application.  This includes wedging, centering, cylinders, bowls, and surface decoration.  All levels of beginners from first time students to advanced beginners.  Small class size is like having your own coach.  Class includes clay, all tools, and firing.

  • 4 week session, Sundays 4:30 pm to 6:30pm
  • Class dates: May 3, 17, 24, 31
  • Location: ClayArt West, 315 N. Alta Vista Ave., Monrovia, CA
  • Instructor: Jane McClure
  • Contact: Emilie Parker 240-350-8533

 

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Wednesday Morning Pottery -- May 2026

$180

with Emilie Parker

Calendar May 6, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks

Have a lot of fun and let your creative side delight you. Each person will have the option to learn the pottery wheel.  Make creative functional items such as bowls and cups as well as simple expressive clay sculpture with instructor guidance.  Classes are designed to be repeated in order for students to develop skills and confidence. Tools and equipment are provided.  

  • Class dates: May 6, 13, 20, 27
  • Time: 10am till 12pm
  • Location: 315 N. Alta Vista Ave., Monrovia, CA
  • Instructor: Emilie Parker, Phone 240-350-8533

* Any missed classes can be made up on any Wednesday evening.

Thursday Evening Pottery -- May 2026

$180

with Emilie Parker

Calendar May 7, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Have a lot of fun and let your creative side delight you. Each person will have the option to learn the pottery wheel and handbuilding.  Make creative functional items such as bowls and cups as well as simple expressive clay sculpture with instructor guidance.  Classes are designed to be repeated in order for students to develop skills and confidence. Tools and equipment are provided.  

  • Class dates: May 7, 14, 21, 28
  • Location: 315 N. Alta Vista Ave., Monrovia, CA
  • Instructor: Emilie Parker, Phone 240-350-8533

* Missed classes can be made up on Wednesday evenings in subsequent months. 

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Kids Wheel Class - June 2026

$140

with Jane McClure

Calendar Jun 7, 2026 at 1:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 7 - 13

Kids (7 and up) will have a great time making pottery in this 4 session class. Everything is provided.  With teacher guidance they'll have an exciting experience learning the pottery wheel and the steps to making dishwasher safe items that the family will use.  Kids will learn throwing and glazing as well.  You will come back later to pick them up when they are fired.  It's held 4 Sundays from 1:30 to 3:00, June 7, 14, 21, 28.  There are no make-ups for missed classes.  

One Week Kids Camp - June 8, 2026

$225

with Belinda Mosher

Calendar Jun 8, 2026 , runs for 1 week

Ages: 7 - 13

Kids Clay Day Camp

Treat your child to a week of clay-filled fun and creative discovery. In this five-day summer camp, kids will learn pottery wheel basics, handbuilding and sculpture, glazing, and how to make functional, useful pottery pieces. Every day offers a new hands-on experience in a lively, encouraging studio environment.  Camp meets Monday through Friday from 1:30–3:30 PM and gives kids a real creative summer adventure. Each child will complete and take home 4 to 5 unique clay projects to treasure and use. June 8 through 12.  Teacher Belinda Mosher

One Week Kids Camp - June 15, 2026

$225

with Belinda Mosher

Calendar Jun 15, 2026 , runs for 1 week

Ages: 7 - 13

Kids Clay Day Camp

Treat your child to a week of clay-filled fun and creative discovery. In this five-day summer camp, kids will learn pottery wheel basics, handbuilding and sculpture, glazing, and how to make functional, useful pottery pieces. Every day offers a new hands-on experience in a lively, encouraging studio environment.  Camp meets Monday through Friday from 1:30–3:30 PM and gives kids a real creative summer adventure. Each child will complete and take home 4 to 5 unique clay projects to treasure and use. June 15 through 19.  Teacher Belinda Mosher





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