ADULT POTTERY WHEEL & HanD-BUILDING CLASSES
At Vita Art Center’s Ceramics Studio, you will find a warm, inclusive community of clay enthusiasts. We offer pottery wheel classes and hand-building classes for all skill levels, led by experienced instructors who foster creativity and craftsmanship. Whether you’re a first-time potter or refining your technique, our classes provide individualized guidance in a supportive environment. For more independent makers, we also offer studio memberships, granting extended studio access and use of professional equipment so you can work at your own pace. Members and students alike become part of a friendly group of potters and ceramic artists who encourage and inspire each other.
Exciting News: Later this year, our ceramics program is expanding into a new 3,000 sq. ft. studio next door. This spacious facility will feature two dedicated wheel-throwing bays – one reserved for members and one for students – so everyone has the room they need to create. The new studio will house a state-of-the-art kiln room with one gas kiln and two electric kilns, greatly expanding our firing capabilities. This growth means more wheels, more kiln space, and an even richer community experience. We look forward to welcoming you into our ever-growing clay family at Vita, where creativity and community come together.
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Wednesdays, Sep 17 - Nov 19, 2025
Instructor: Jody Cooper
Time: 6-8:30pm
Fees: $350. per 10 class session ($35. per class)
$25. for first 25 lb. bag of clay, (included in the price)
$35. for your own personal tool kit , (included in the price)
If you have your own tool kit use the discount code NOTOOLS at checkout
Payment option available $145 per month for 3 month.
Bring a small towel or rag and an apron to your classes
Classes are limited to 10 students
This is the perfect class for beginners and intermediate level students who would like to learn or perfect their skills on the potter’s wheel. 3 hours studio time per week is available for students to work independently. Glazes and firing included. Additional clay can be purchased from Vita.
Fridays, October 3- October 24, 2025
Instructor: Thomas Weber
Time: 6-8:30pm
Fees: $160. per 4 class session
$25. for first 25 lb. bag of clay, (included in the price)
Bring a small towel or rag and an apron to your classes
Classes are limited to 10 students
This is the perfect class for beginners and intermediate level students who would like to learn or perfect their skills on the potter’s wheel. 3 hours studio time per week is available for students to work independently. Glazes and firing included. Additional clay can be purchased from Vita.
Thursdays, Sep 4 - Nov. 6
Instructor: Wyn Matthews
Time: 6-8:30pm
Fees: $350. per 10 class session ($35. per class)
$25. for first 25 lb. bag of clay, (included in the price)
$35. for your own personal tool kit , (included in the price)
If you have your own tool kit use the discount code NOTOOLS at checkout
Payment option available $45 per month for 3 month.
Bring a small towel or rag and an apron to your classes
Classes are limited to 9 students
This is the perfect class for beginners and intermediate level students who would like to learn or perfect their skills on the potter’s wheel. 3 hours studio time per week is available for students to work independently. Glazes and firing included. Additional clay can be purchased from Vita.
Saturdays, Sep 6 - Nov. 8
Instructor: Wyn Matthews
Time: 10:30-1pm
Fees: $350. per 10 class session ($35. per class)
$25. for first 25 lb. bag of clay, (included in the price)
$35. for your own personal tool kit , (included in the price)
If you have your own tool kit use the discount code NOTOOLS at checkout
Payment option available $145 per month for 3 month.
Bring a small towel or rag and an apron to your classes
Classes are limited to 9 students
This is the perfect class for beginners and intermediate level students who would like to learn or perfect their skills on the potter’s wheel. 3 hours studio time per week is available for students to work independently. Glazes and firing included. Additional clay can be purchased from Vita.
Sundays, Sep 7 - Oct. 26 , 8 classes
Instructor: Thomas Weber
Time: 10am-1pm
$240. + $25. Per bag of clay + $35. tool kit
If you already have a tool kit, use the discount code NOTOOLS at checkout to deduct the $35. fee.
Bring a small towel or rag and an apron to each class
Classes are limited to 10 students
This class will cover hand-building techniques such as pinching, coil building, slab building, carving and glazing. With the use of carving tools, slab roller, and extruder students will build their own projects of both functional and/or sculptural nature. Two hours per week of open studio hours are included with the class.
