Upcoming Workshops
Upcoming Workshops
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Hand-building workshop
$200 / 3 weeks
Thursdays starting November 6 from 6:30-9:00 pm
A continuation of our popular Folk Figures class, this three-week workshop dives deeper into the heart of “folk” expression — raw, sincere, playful, and deeply personal.
You’ll learn to build a complete figure using a full sculpting and hollowing method, creating a more ambitious, dynamic, and expressive form than before.
We’ll explore what “folk” really means beyond its rustic charm, as an aesthetic of storytelling, resilience, and individuality. Through examples, short discussions, and creative prompts, you’ll develop a figure that feels alive, imbued with personality and narrative.
In the final class, you’ll glaze your finished piece, bringing color and surface to the stories embedded in the clay.
Prior handbuilding experience (like Folk Figures I or Intro to Hand-building) is necessary.
Taught by Gage Michael Wheatley (@gagemichaelwheatley)
Hand-building workshop
$140 / 2 weeks
Saturday November 8 and 15 from 6:30-8:30 pm
In this two-day workshop, participants will learn the foundational slab-building and surface techniques needed to create their own unique piece of ceramic wall art.
The focus is on aesthetic exploration and form, giving students the chance to create a truly unique piece of art to hang in the home!
Taught by Gage Michael Wheatley (@gagemichaelwheatley)
Hand-building workshop
$220 / 4 weeks
Wednesdays starting November 12 from 6:30-9:00 pm
In this four-week vase-making workshop, we’ll explore the versatility of coiling, while also touching on pinch and slab techniques to give you the confidence to experiment with form and structure. Over the course of the class, students will begin working on a "main" project — a unique vase that reflects your personal aesthetic. You’ll be encouraged to explore scale, proportion, and texture while experimenting with sculptural or functional forms.
Whether you want to create something sculptural, organic, or clean and modern, this class will guide you through the process of turning an idea into a finished piece.
This workshop is ideal for beginners as well as those looking to refine their hand-building skills in a relaxed, creative setting.
No prior experience required.
Taught by Gage Michael Wheatley (@gagemichaelwheatley)
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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