Classes. Workshops. Events.
At Tao of Clay, our ceramics curriculum stands out for its holistic approach, prioritizing not just technical skill but also the deeper process and mindset. Our classes encourage you to immerse yourself fully in your creative journey, nurturing a mindful connection with every aspect of the craft.
Throwing - Hand Building - Glazing
Course Offerings
At Tao of Clay, we offer courses in Throwing, Hand Building, and Glazing. Students can advance through each track, developing expertise in every technique. Check out our detailed course list below for a comprehensive overview of classes in each track. If you don't find a specific course you're interested in on the current calendar, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates as classes get added.
Current Classes & Events
Explore our diverse range of courses covering Throwing, Handbuilding, Glazing, and Mindfulness. Discover available openings below and stay informed about upcoming classes by signing up for our newsletter.
Pit Fire Workshop (Fall)
Join Josh for a special class on pit firing, where open flames create unique ceramics with earthy tones and patterns. Learn how to make and fire pottery for this technique. The firing session will be held at the beach at dusk. Prerequisite: Intro to Hand-building, Intro to Throwing, or equivalent experience.
Weekend Workshop, October 19th & 20th, 10AM-3PM. Firing on Tuesday October 29th from 5-8pm.
$250
Coiled Sculpture: Organicity & Clay with Josh Herman, Fall
4 week course October 26th - November 23rd. Saturdays from 10 AM - 12 PM.
This course is focused on the fundamentals of throwing technique including wedging, centering, trimming, basic shaping and glazing. Included in the course is an introduction to the principles of throwing and mindfulness and the integration of the two.
$450
Complex Wheel-Thrown Forms with Jotham Hung
This hands-on workshop will focus on helping you develop the skills and confidence to diversify your skills on the pottery wheel. This includes the technical breakdown of how to achieve balance and form while efficiently working with more clay. Students will explore how to make altered forms, throwing off-the-hump, and more.
November 16th - November 17th, 1-6PM on both days.
$300
TORTUS 2 DAY THROWING WORKSHOP
A special 2 day workshop with Eric Landon of Tortus, hosted by Tao of Clay. For individuals with some experience who wish to improve their throwing skills.
Friday - Saturday November 29th-30th from 9am - 4 pm, both days.
€470
TORTUS 2 DAY THROWING WORKSHOP
A special 2 day workshop with Eric Landon of Tortus, hosted by Tao of Clay. For individuals with some experience who wish to improve their throwing skills.
December 1st-2nd (Sunday-Monday) from 9am - 4 pm, both days.
€470
TORTUS 2 DAY THROWING WORKSHOP
A special 2 day workshop with Eric Landon of Tortus, hosted by Tao of Clay. For individuals with some experience who wish to improve their throwing skills.
Tuesday-Wednesday December 3-4 from 9am - 4 pm, both days.
€470
THROWING 1: INTRODUCTION TO THROWING with Josh Herman, Fall
SOLD OUT
6 week course September 18th 31st- October 30th. Wednesdays from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
This course is focused on the fundamentals of throwing technique including wedging, centering, trimming, basic shaping and glazing. Included in the course is an introduction to the principles of throwing and mindfulness and the integration of the two.
$400
INTRODUCTION TO HAND-BUILDING with Ava DeCapri, Fall
6 week course, September 12th - October 24th. Thursdays from 6:30pm - 8:30 pm.
Introduction to the basic techniques of hand building assembly including coil building, slab building, surface treatments, and the hand carving technique called Kurinuki.
$400
THROWING 2: Skill Refinement with Josh Herman, Fall
Six-week course - Sundays from 10am - 12pm, September 1st - October 6th.
SOLD OUT
The focus of this course is the refinement and integration of the fundamental skills of throwing introduced in Throwing 1. We will introduce students to closed-neck bottles, lidded jars, pouring vessels including pitchers, larger bowls, and plates. There will be a deepening of the mindfulness practice and its application in the ceramic process. Prerequisite: Throwing 1 or pre-approved equivalent experience.
$400
Pit Fire Workshop
SOLD OUT
Join Josh for a special class on pit firing, where open flames create unique ceramics with earthy tones and patterns. Learn how to make and fire pottery for this technique. The firing session will be held at Fiesta Island at dusk. Prerequisite: Intro to Hand-building, Intro to Throwing, or equivalent experience.
$200
Kurinuki Cup Workshop
Join Josh for an immersive Kurinuki workshop where we explore the organic nature of clay through making unique hand-carved cups.
$75
INTRODUCTION TO HAND-BUILDING with Josh Herman
6 week course June 27th - August 1st. Thursdays from 6-8 pm
Introduction to the basic techniques of hand building assembly including coil building, slab building, surface treatments, and the hand carving technique called Kurinuki.
THROWING 1: INTRODUCTION TO THROWING with Josh Herman
6 week course June 22- July 27th. Saturdays from 10am - 1pm
This course is focused on the fundamentals of throwing technique including wedging, centering, trimming, basic shaping and glazing. Included in the course is an introduction to the principles of throwing and mindfulness and the integration of the two.
Guest Workshops
We regularly host talented guest artists for workshops in our studio. Explore the classes below to learn more about these exciting opportunities.
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