Workshops at Easthampton Clay

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Workshops

Our workshops are open to anyone with any level of ceramic experience, from beginners to expert. Join us in the studio for a workshop of your choice and we will finish your piece in a glaze color of your choice to compliment your project. Your finished piece will be available for pick up roughly 4 weeks out from your workshop, and Easthampton Clay will email you when your piece is ready to come home with you.

Please note: All workshops are adult only (18+) unless otherwise specified in the workshop title and description.
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  • DATE NIGHT: August

    Friday, August 8th | 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    Love is in the air at this workshop to share. You and your sweetheart are invited to join us for a fun night in the studio, where participants will work on the potter's wheel to make 'love mugs'. This will be a social workshop with 5 couples in total, and we will provide all materials. Easthampton Clay will glaze finish your mugs in a glaze color of your choice, we'll reach out when your work is ready to pick up in our studio!

    This workshop would be a great gift or fun night out with your partner. One registration includes the cost of you and your partner, no need to register twice!

  • Maple Leaf Coasters Workshop

    Saturday, September 13th 1-3PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    In this workshop participants will learn to create their own set of functional Maple Leaf coasters, just in time for fall! Join instructor, Sophia, who will guide you through basic tenants of handbuilding throughout this class. All materials are included in the cost of the workshop, and Easthampton Clay will finish your coasters in a glaze selection of your choice. Participants will be notified by Easthampton Clay when their coasters are fully fired and ready for pick up. Open to all skill levels! (18+)

  • Hocus Pocus Hat Lantern Workshop (Ages 7-14)

    Saturday, September 20th - 1-3PM
    Instructor: Lucas (he/him)
    Calling all witches and warlocks! In this workshop, kids and teens (ages 7-14) will learn to hand built their own Hocus Pocus witch hat lanterns with clay. Join instructor Lucas for a fun afternoon in the studio, where students will use basic handbuilding techniques and surface design principals to create a seasonal lantern that they can use for years to come! All materials are included, and Easthampton Clay will finish student lanterns in a glaze color of their choice just in time for Halloween!

  • Pumpkin Jar Workshop

    Friday, September 26th - 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Liz (she/her)
    Join us for an evening of handbuilding with clay! In this workshop participants will learn to create a festive pumpkin jar, just in time for fall. Under the instruction of Liz Rodriguez, learn handbuilding techniques to create your a lidded gourd in your own unique style. Easthampton Clay will finish your jars in a glaze selection of your choice, and we will reach out to let you know when your work is ready for pick up in our studio. All materials and clay are included in the cost of this workshop.

  • DATE NIGHT: September

    September 26th, 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    Love is in the air at this workshop to share. You and your sweetheart are invited to join us for a fun night in the studio, where participants will work on the potter's wheel to make 'love mugs'. This will be a social workshop with 5 couples in total, and we will provide all materials. Easthampton Clay will glaze finish your mugs in a glaze color of your choice, we'll reach out when your work is ready to pick up in our studio!

  • Ocarina Whistle - Hispanic Heritage Month Workshop

    Friday, October 10th - 6-8PM
    Instructor: Liz (she/her)
    The ocarina is a traditional wind flute made from clay, with rich symbolism across Mesoamerican cultures. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join Easthampton Clay for our Orcarina Whistle workshop, during which participants will learn to construct their own unique whistle. Easthampton Clay will fire and finish your whistles as traditional ocarina necklaces, and we will reach out to let you know when your finished pieces are ready for pick up. All materials are included in the cost of this workshop.

  • DATE NIGHT: October

    October 24th, 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    Love is in the air at this workshop to share. You and your sweetheart are invited to join us for a fun night in the studio, where participants will work on the potter's wheel to make 'love mugs'. This will be a social workshop with 5 couples in total, and we will provide all materials. Easthampton Clay will glaze finish your mugs in a glaze color of your choice, we'll reach out when your work is ready to pick up in our studio!

  • Chip & Dip Workshop

    Friday, November 7th - 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    In this workshop participants will learn to handbuild a unique chip and dip serving dish, just in time for the holidays! Join instructor Sophia for this 2.5 hour lesson, where you'll be guided through each step of the handbuilding process to create a serving dish you'll use for years to come. This makes for a great gift or hosting essential! Easthampton Clay will finish your chip and dips in a glaze selection of your choice, and reach out when they are ready for pick up in our studio.

  • Date Night: November

    November 21st, 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    Love is in the air at this workshop to share. You and your sweetheart are invited to join us for a fun night in the studio, where participants will work on the potter's wheel to make 'love mugs'. This will be a social workshop with 5 couples in total, and we will provide all materials. Easthampton Clay will glaze finish your mugs in a glaze color of your choice, we'll reach out when your work is ready to pick up in our studio!

  • Holiday Ornament Workshop

    Saturday, November 22nd 1-3PM
    In this workshop, participants of all religious & cultural backgrounds are invited to join us and explore the creative process of ornament making using traditional handbuilding techniques and tools such as cookie cutters, stamps, underglazes, etc. to create 3 unique, handmade ornaments, perfect for gifting or personal use in your home this holiday season. Easthampton Clay will finish your ornaments in a glaze selection of your choice and reach out to let you know when they are ready for pick up!

  • DATE NIGHT: December

    December 19th, 6-8:30PM
    Instructor: Sophia (she/her)
    Looking for the perfect way to celebrate the season with your sweetheart? Give a date night workshop at the pottery wheel a try! You and your sweetheart are invited to join us for a festive night in the studio, where participants will work on the potter's wheel to make 'love mugs'. This will be a social workshop with 5 couples in total, and we will provide all materials. Easthampton Clay will glaze finish your mugs in a glaze color of your choice, we'll reach out when your work is ready to pick up in our studio!

  • Advanced & Altered Teapots with Maya Machin

    Friday, January 17th 4:30-8:30PM
    Saturday, January 18th 10AM-6PM

    In this two day workshop students will learn to craft altered teapots under the tutelage of renowned potter Maya Machin. Through a series of demonstrations and hands-on instruction, participants will choose from a variety of altered forms to produce a teapot that encapsulates each artist’s personal style and skillsets. Explore niches, tunnels, nooks and a variety of spout shapes, elevating a timeless ceramic forms.

    Participants should be experienced in wheel throwing with confidence; working and centering a minimum of 5lbs on the wheel. This workshop is best suited for potters who have progressed beyond the basics and are looking to elevate their repertoire of skills. 

Previous Workshops at Easthampton Clay

  • 2 Part Mindfulness on the Wheel Workshop: March 9th & 23rd

  • Luminary Making Workshop: Fundraiser for the Children's Advocacy Center of Hampshire County

  • 2 Part Stamp & Mug Making Workshop

  • Parent & Child Pottery Workshop

  • 2 Part Surface Design Workshop (FULL)

  • Seder Plate Workshop

  • Mother's Day Workshop

  • Handle This! Workshop

  • Spring Bird House Workshop

  • Berry Bowl Colander Workshop

  • Drawing and Color Theory for Ceramics Workshop

  • Halloween Monster Mash Workshop

  • Ghost Lantern Workshop

  • Parent & Child Thanksgiving Turkey Candle Holder Workshop

  • Holiday Ornament Workshop

  • Cups for Comedy: Fundraiser for Happier Valley Comedy

  • Super-Bowl Chip & Dip Workshop

  • Parent & Child Valentines Day Trinket Dish Workshop

  • Ramen Bowl Workshop

  • Luminary Making Workshop: Fundraiser for the Children's Advocacy Center of Hampshire County

  • Candle Holder Workshop

  • Face Planter Workshop

  • Wind Chime Workshop

  • Summer Kids Clay Clinic: Fairy & Hobbit Houses

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  • Summer Kids Clay Clinic: Animal Sculptures

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  • Summer Kids Clay Clinic: Mugs & Cups

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  • BIPOC Succulent Planter Workshop (Free!)

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