Our community Ceramics Open Studio sessions provide space for students to work on self-directed projects in handbuilding and wheel throwing.
We encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity to supplement other courses or to work on self-guided projects. While instruction is not included in these sessions, our knowledgeable studio lead is there to answer questions and offer support. If you wish to complete a project, it is recommended you register for 2 or 3 consecutive classes. Firings are not included but are available for an added fee. Cost of firings varies according to dimensions of your work.
Update: Open Studio registration fee is now $35 per session and will include stoneware clay, up to 15lbs per student for each session. This new policy will help us reduce clay waste and storage challenges, and weather ongoing clay supply chain issues in 2022. Supplementary bags of clay will still be available for purchase as needed.
Appropriate for students who have the skills to work independently.
Class takes place at Arbutus Folk School, 610 4th Ave E, Olympia.
All tools and equipment will be provided. Students may wish to bring an apron or wear clothing they don't mind getting dirty.
Open to students ages 14 and older. Full scholarships available for youth with financial need - apply at Arbutus Youth Scholarships.
For Covid safety we cannot allow drop-ins at this time - you must be registered to attend. Students must complete the following health check form, available digitally through the link and on paper on site, to participate and enter the building. Masks are required for the duration of all classes.
