Upcoming Workshops
Upcoming Workshops
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Hand-building functional workshop
$70
Saturday September 27 from 2:00-4:00 pm
The candle holder workshop is a hands-on class where you will learn the basics of hand-building to create two functional and unique ceramic candle holders. Spend an afternoon learning fundamental techniques to make your own personal pieces for your table.
At the end of the workshop, choose a glaze and our team will take care of the rest for you!
No prior experience is necessary.
Taught by Gage Michael Wheatley (@gagemichaelwheatley)
Hand-building fundamentals workshop
$300 / 6 weeks
Mondays starting October 6 from 6:30-8:30 pm
This six-week hand-building workshop is a comprehensive introduction to working with clay. You'll learn all the essential skills, from preparing your clay through wedging to mastering core techniques like pinch, coil, and slab building. The course also covers the basics of decorating and finishing your work with both underglaze and traditional glazes. This class is designed to give you a solid foundation in hand-building, enabling you to create your own unique ceramic pieces from start to finish.
After completing this course you will be qualified to become a member of the studio!
Taught by Gage Michael Wheatley (@gagemichaelwheatley)
Folk Ceramic Characters
Folk Ceramic Characters
Hand-building figures workshop
$185 / 3 weeks
Thursdays starting October 9 from 6:30-9:00 pm
This workshop is a three-week class where you will learn the basics of hand-building to create your own sculptural ceramic figures. Inspired by folk art traditions and approaches, this course invites you to play with form, decoration, and storytelling in clay. Over the three sessions, we will explore a variety of techniques including building with slabs and coils, shaping expressive features, and decorating with underglaze and glaze to bring your figures to life.
At the end of the class, you will have a finished folk-inspired ceramic figure that reflects your own creativity and style. All materials and firings are included, and no prior experience is necessary.
Taught by Gage Michael Wheatley (@gagemichaelwheatley)
Special guest artist workshop
$65 / 2.5 hours
Saturday September 20 from 2:30-5:00 pm
Collage is an art form that’s fun and provides calming respite from your pesky brain. It can yield beautiful, mysterious, and sometimes hilarious results. No experience is necessary.
In a quick demo Betty-Ann shares her experience and expertise on arranging and gluing, some composition tips, and you’re on your way! You’ll create a collage with as much or as little guidance as you need.
All materials are provided. Having said that, feel free to bring personal artifacts to use such as letters, photos, or your own artwork on paper.
Taught by B. A. Lampman (@balampman) / Artist's website
Workshop Policies & FAQs
Cancellation, Rescheduling, and Refund Policies
General Terms and Conditions
The studio maintains the right to cancel any class, workshop, or subscription at any point. Should this occur, a full refund will be issued. MAKE-UP CLASSES ARE NOT OFFERED. Please double-check that the class times suit your schedule before booking.
For group events (e.g., workshops, classes, open studio), a minimum of 4 participants is required. If this number isn't met, the studio will cancel the event and offer either alternative dates or compensation.
It is your responsibility to be punctual for classes.
If you miss a class, you will not be compensated or be allowed to reschedule. If you are sick, we ask that you wear a mask.
Cancellations or changes made 7 or more days prior to the scheduled first class are eligible for a full refund or rescheduling from the original order date. For changes made 2 to 6 days before the first class, a 50% refund will be provided, based on the original order date. Any changes made within 48 hours are non-refundable, and rescheduling or cancellations will not be permitted
Note: The Commons Studio does not take any responsibility for pieces that crack / break during firing.
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