Classes at black hound clay south
winter class registration is now open!
Winter 2026 SESSION IS January 12 - March 8, 2026
All instruction, tools, glazes. firing and 25 pounds of clay are included in the price of tuition. Additional clay can be purchased on our website. One free open studio is included with every class.
BEFORE REGISTERING FOR A CLASS, PLEASE READ OUR REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICIES
Wondering what level of wheelthrowing class is appropriate for your current skill levels?
Check out this guide.
WE OFFER PAYMENT PLANS!
Payments will be automatically deducted on the dates below from the card on file.
If you register between October 25 and November 21, 2025:
First installment payment of 33%: upon registration
Second installment payment of 33%: December 5, 2025
Third installment payment of 33%: January 2, 2026
If you register between November 21 and December 19, 2025:
First installment payment of 50%: upon registration
Second installment payment of 50%: January 2, 2026
If you register on or after December 19, 2025, you must pay in full.
CLASS WAITLIST POLICY
Once a class is full, the class listing will be converted to a waitlist sign up. Signing up for the waitlist is free. Joining the waitlist for a particular class does not guarantee you a spot in that class, and it does not obligate you to sign up should space come available.
Please feel free to email us at South@blackhoundclay.com with any questions!
Wheelthrowing Classes for adults
wheelthrowing 101
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
Black Hound Clay Studio's Wheelthrowing 101 Class is a comprehensive eight week beginner’s introduction to making objects on the potter's wheel. In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn a variety of foundational skills and then use them to create their own unique and beautiful pottery. By the end of the class, students will be well versed in the ceramic process from start to finish, from working with wet clay to trimming to decorating and glazing.
An excellent course for complete beginners as well as those with throwing experience, students can expect a small class environment with one on one attention from professional teaching artists and staff, a clean, well-stocked studio and an inclusive, friendly vibe.
AVAILABLE DAYS & TIMES:
TUESDAY EVENINGS, January 13 - March 3, 6-9pm with Drew Schenck CLASS IS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
TUESDAY EVENINGS, January 13 - March 3, 6-9pm with Marley Parsons CLASS IS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS, January 14 - March 4, 9am - 12pm with Marley Parsons
THURSDAY EVENINGS, January 15 - March 5, 6-9pm with Veronica Mehl CLASS IS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
FRIDAY EVENINGS, January 16 - March 6, 6-9pm with Sara Gallo CLASS IS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
FRIDAY EVENINGS, January 16 - March 6, 6-9pm with Isaac Scott
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS, January 18 - March 8, 1:30-4:30pm with Sara Gallo CLASS IS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
SUNDAY EVENINGS, January 18 - March 8, 6-9pm with Sara Gallo CLASS IS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
Wheelthrowing 102
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
This class is designed for the experienced beginner in mind. If you have some have previous wheel throwing experience and are looking to push your skills to the next level, this class is for you. Students will be led through warm-up throwing exercises and activities to help improve technical ability and troubleshoot problem areas. We will focus on lifting taller, thinner and more consistent walls, shaping, trimming, surface design and attachments. Students will be encouraged to work towards developing a matching set such as cups, mugs, bowls or vases as a way to sharpen skills.
Next Level: Intermediate wheelthrowing
MONDAY MORNINGS, January 12 - March 2, 10am-1pm
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
This intermediate level class will extend your skills beyond the basics with a focus on learning more complex throwing techniques. Students will learn how to make consistent sized sets, lidded vessels, pedestal bowls, goblets and more! There will also be demonstrations for learning how to make plates using a combination of slab and wheel techniques.
Students should have a solid foundation of throwing and be ready to build on existing skills.
Instructor: Lauren Rider
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independent projects
MONDAY EVENINGS, January 12 - March 2, 6-9pm
$450 per person
(installment payment plans available)
This class is for intermediate and advanced level students who want to work independently while also having an instructor available. If you are looking to expand your skills or have a specific project in mind, this class will allow you to explore your ideas through individual instruction and demonstrations. All students registering for this class should have a solid foundation of throwing, trimming, glazing and be comfortable working independently.
Students should come to class with personal goals in mind for what they'd like to make or learn. Topics covered in the class will include working on a larger scale, throwing and altering processes, in-depth surface design/decoration techniques and troubleshooting common throwing issues. Students are encouraged to explore their own interests and work at their own pace.
Instructor: Lisa Belsky
class is full - jOIN THE WAITLIST
HANDBUILDING CLASSES for adults
BEGINNING HANDBUILDING CLASSES
Handbuilding functional vessels
Monday Evenings January 12 - March 2, 6-9 pm (8 weeks)
$450
(installment payment plans available)
In this beginning class you will learn how to create forms for everyday use; from cups, bowls, planters, vases and more! Using a range of slab, coil, and pinching techniques students will learn how to design pots based on form, surface decoration and functionality.
Instructor: Maddie Rothman
class full - join the waitlist
a table for celebration: handbuilding and surface design in clay
Wednesday Evenings January 14 - March 4, 6-9 pm (8 weeks)
$450
(installment payment plans available)
Spend eight weeks exploring handbuilding techniques — including slab, coil, and pinching methods — to create functional and decorative tableware that brings beauty to shared meals. Craft pieces such as butter dishes, salt and pepper shakers, serving dishes, candleholders, vases, and other table adornments, and then explore decorating techniques like sgraffito, carving, paper and tape resist, underglazing, and glazing to add texture, color, and depth. Open to all skill levels, this class offers a chance to slow down, connect with clay, and design pieces that reflect your unique style. By the end, you’ll have a thoughtful collection of handbuilt pieces ready to share in celebration.
Instructor: Maria Albornoz
CLASS FULL - JOIN THE WAITLIST
intermediate HANDBUILDING CLASSES
ceramic table lamps
SUNDAY EVENINGS, January 18 - March 8, 6-9pm
$470 per person
(installment payment plans available)
In this class students will build unique, handbuilt ceramic table lamps—mixing artistry with functionality. Through this process you will learn techniques for coiling, slab building, and various forms of surface decoration. You'll explore both small and large lamp designs, working through challenges of clay shrinkage, and wiring while ensuring functionality. Weekly demos will cover topics like glazing, and building large-scale, while one-on-one guidance helps bring your vision to life!
Tuition includes a materials fee for one complete lighting kit and LED light bulb per student.
Instructor: Claire Engelhardt
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Handbuilding with ease 2
Thursday Evenings January 15 - March 5, 6-9 pm (8 weeks)
$450
(installment payment plans available)
Feeling confident with the basics of ceramic handbuilding, but not sure how to use these skills to build larger or more complex works? In this intermediate class, you will use pinching, coiling, and slab techniques to make anything you want! Build a sculptural planter for that big house plant you have at home or a serving dish to host meals with friends. Additionally, glazing and surface design will be covered to help complete your final product. This class is suitable for both functional and sculptural makers; however, students must have taken one handbuilding class prior to enrolling in this class.
Instructor: Gerald Brown