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Explore, Create & Connect at New Phoenix Pottery

4 Weeks. 1 Focus. Endless Creativity.
Classes run the week of July 12 through the week of August 2.

This summer, we’re mixing things up with a series of topic-driven, 4-week pottery sessions designed to help you dive deeper into specific techniques, forms, and creative ideas. Each session is led by one of our talented instructors and centers around a unique theme—from mastering lids and building decorative boxes to experimenting with slip-soaked yarn or sculpting expressive figurines. With both wheel and handbuilding options available, there’s something here for every level and interest.

These shorter sessions are perfect for summer schedules—commit to just four weeks, stay inspired, and leave with new skills!

Pricing varies by class depending on project scope and clay usage, but all classes include clay and firing.

Come find your focus, get your hands in clay, and make something new this summer. Explore the class descriptions below and click here to register.

Our Beginners+ wheel-throwing classes (usually 8-weeks) are perfect for anyone curious about working with clay—especially beginners or those unsure of their skill level. Whether it’s your very first time at the wheel or you’re looking to build on what you already know, our instructors meet you right where you are. While these classes are designed for beginners, all skill levels are welcomed.

Classes meet once a week for three hours, with hands-on guidance focused on the fundamentals of wheel work. You’ll learn how to wedge, center, throw, trim, and glaze your own pottery while exploring classic clay forms.

We offer a range of cone 6 clays, including both red and white varieties, so you can experiment with different textures and looks. You’ll also learn proper glazing techniques using our studio’s wide array of cone 6 glazes. When layered thoughtfully, these glazes create beautiful additional colors, variations, and surface effects.

Students enjoy open studio access during select times throughout the length of your class—just check the studio calendar to plan your visit.

Your first 25 lb. bag of clay and all firing fees are included with your class tuition. Additional bags are available for purchase if you’d like to make more. Students must bring a basic pottery tool kit; you can purchase one at the studio, through Clayworks Supplies in Baltimore, or online.

Come learn, create, and relax in a supportive studio environment designed to help you fall in love with the wheel.

Ages 14/15 & up
*All of our wheels are adult sized
$375 (includes 1/ 25lb bag of clay & all firing fees)

• Monday Morning 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Teacher: Bruce Campbell)
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• Tuesday Morning 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Teacher: Luke Gibson)
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• Wednesday Evening 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Teacher: Luke Gibson)
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• Thursday Evening 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Teacher: Evan Kuzemchak)
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Please note we are offering a special 4-week session the week of July 12 through the week of August 2. Find those courses at the top of the page.

This course, usually 8-weeks, is designed for students of all experience levels, but with a special emphasis on helping returning or advancing potters continue to grow their skills. Beginners are absolutely welcome—you’ll learn the same core foundations of wedging, centering, throwing, trimming, and glazing—but the class is structured to challenge students who are ready to move beyond the basics.

Classes meet once a week for three hours and focus on developing stronger technique on the wheel. Students with experience will be guided into more advanced forms and methods, such as throwing larger pieces, creating sets, altering wheel-thrown shapes, refining proportions, and exploring more intentional surface design. Instruction is individualized, so whether you’re brand new or already comfortable at the wheel, you’ll be working at a pace and level that supports your personal goals.

You’ll be able to choose from a variety of cone 6 clays, including red and white options, and you’ll learn glazing techniques using the studio’s full range of cone 6 glazes. When layered correctly, these glazes create beautiful additional colors and surface effects—ideal for students looking to expand their creative toolbox. Throughout your session, you may use the studio during select times. Please check the studio calendar for open-studio hours.

Your first 25 lb. bag of clay and all firing fees are included in your class price, and additional clay is available for purchase. Students will need their own basic pottery tool kit, which can be purchased at the studio, at Clayworks Supplies in Baltimore, or online. This all-levels class is perfect for beginners who want a comprehensive introduction, as well as continuing students ready to refine, advance, and push their work further.

Ages 14/15 & up
*All of our wheels are adult sized
$375 (includes 1/ 25lb bag of clay & all firing fees)

• Sunday Afternoons, 1-4pm (Bruce Campbell)
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• Monday Evenings, 6-9pm (Ben Freund)
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• INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED- Tea Pots – Tuesday Evenings, 6pm-9pm (Phillip Klassen)
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• Wednesday Midday, 11:30am-2:30pm (Chris Williams)
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• ADVANCED HYBRID – Thursday Mornings, 10am-1pm (Charlene Randolph)
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Please note we are offering a special 4-week session the week of July 12 through the week of August 2. Find those courses at the top of the page.

Our handbuilding class, usually 8-weeks, meets once a week for three hours and is tailored for everyone who wants to explore clay without the wheel. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve already played a little with pinch pots and slabs, this course is built to help you grow your handbuilding skills, deepen your understanding of form, and explore expressive surface design.

In this class, you will learn the fundamental techniques of handbuilding — pinching, coiling, and slab construction — while also diving into more advanced processes when you’re ready. Beginners will build confidence working directly with clay using their hands and core tools, while more experienced potters can push into complex structures, combine techniques, and experiment with sculptural or functional forms.

We provide a wide variety of cone 6 clay (including red and white) so you can choose the body that best suits your vision. Over the session, you’ll also learn about surface decoration — how to score and slip, how to carve or stamp textures, and how to join parts thoughtfully and securely. When it comes to finishing, you’ll work with our full palette of cone 6 glazes, layering glazes in creative ways to bring out subtle color shifts, depth, and visual interest.

You’ll also get open studio access during select times — check the studio calendar to plan your creative time. Your first 25 lb. bag of clay and all firing fees are included in the class fee, and if you want to make more, additional clay is available for purchase.

Students should bring their own basic handbuilding tool kit, which you can buy from our studio, order online, or pick up at Clayworks Supplies in Baltimore.

This class is welcoming to beginners while still offering plenty of challenge for returning students who want to build on their handbuilding skills and develop their techniques further.

Ages 14/15 & up
$375 (includes 1/25lb bag of clay and all firing fees)

• Tuesday Evening 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Teacher: Annie Braunschwerg)
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• Wednesday Morning 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Teacher: Charlene Randolph)
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Please note we are offering a special 4-week session the week of July 12 through the week of August 2. Find those courses at the top of the page.

Clay, creativity, and a little romance — the perfect night out.

Ditch dinner and a movie for something memorable! Our Date Night Pottery Class is a playful, hands-on experience where you and your partner (or bestie) can laugh, learn, and make something together on the pottery wheel. No experience needed — just be ready to get a little messy and have fun. You’ll each throw a couple of pieces, pick your glaze colors, and we’ll take care of the rest. BYOB allowed.

All tools, supplies, and firing are included — you just show up and enjoy the night. Pieces are usually ready in 2-3 weeks after the class.

Ages 18 & up
$75 per person (Ticket required for each participant; includes clay)

• Saturday Nights  6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Teacher: Annmarie Chiarini)
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Get your hands in the clay and see what wheel throwing is all about.

Spend a fun, relaxed afternoon learning how to throw on the pottery wheel — no experience required! Bring a friend, family member, or come solo and discover the joy of shaping clay into something uniquely yours. In our Try-It Pottery Class, you’ll create a couple of pieces, choose your glaze color, and our studio team will handle the trimming, firing, and glazing for you. We’ll contact you when your finished pots are ready for pickup.

All tools and supplies are included — just bring your curiosity (and maybe a buddy). Pieces are usually ready in 2-3 weeks after the class.

Ages 14/15 & up
*All of our wheels are adult sized
$75 per person (Ticket required for each participant; includes clay)

• Saturdays 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (Multiple Teachers)
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Looking for a hands-on night out that’s a little more creative than your usual plans? Join us for a Sip & Spin, a one-time pottery experience where clay meets good vibes. In this relaxed, guided session, you’ll get a feel for throwing on the pottery wheel—no pressure, no perfection required. Whether you’re flying solo or coming with friends, it’s the perfect way to unwind, get a little messy, and make something with your own two hands.

Bring your favorite wine, beer, and some snacks if you want—we’ll supply the clay, tools, and a fun atmosphere. You’ll have the chance to create one or two pieces on the wheel, and our studio team will take it from there: trimming, glazing, and firing your work after class. (You even get to pick your glaze colors before you leave!) Pieces are usually ready in 2-3 weeks after the class.

Ages 21 & up
$75 per person (Ticket required for each participant; includes clay)

• Fridays 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Teacher: Evan Kuzemchak)
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Our workshops focus on specific techniques or projects—perfect for learning a new skill or making something seasonal, like a pumpkin for Halloween or a set of handmade ornaments.

This 4-week handbuilding pottery class is designed to give kids a fun and creative introduction to working with clay. Each week, students explore new handbuilding skills as they learn how to make both functional pieces and decorative works of art using pinch, slab, and coil techniques.

During the first three weeks, kids will focus on building their projects with guided instruction and plenty of room for imagination. In the fourth week, they’ll glaze their finished pieces, choosing colors and learning how the glazing process brings their work to life. All clay and tools are provided, and we’ll notify parents when the fired pieces are ready for pickup.

This class is a great way for kids to experiment, get hands-on, and discover the joy of making something all their own.

This class is perfect for children ages 8-13+. Younger children are welcome at parents discretion (you know your child best and supervision by a parent is required during the class).

$250 (includes clay and all firing fees)

• Saturday Morning 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Teacher: Annmaire Chiarini)
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Session Dates:

• July 6–10

• August 10–14

Time: Monday–Friday, 9am–12pm

Format: Half-day, one-week camp

Give your child a fun, hands-on introduction to the world of clay! Our Kids Summer Clay Camp is designed to spark creativity while teaching foundational ceramic skills in a supportive and inspiring studio environment.

Throughout the week, campers will explore handbuilding techniques such as pinch, slab, and coil, creating both functional pieces and decorative works of art. With guided instruction and plenty of room for imagination, kids will learn how to turn ideas into finished clay projects they’ll be proud of.

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Celebrate with clay! Our pottery parties offer a fun, hands-on way to bring people together for birthdays, team events, family gatherings, or any special occasion.

Group Parties
Group pottery classes & events are perfect for small to medium-sized gatherings and include dedicated instruction for your group. Wheel parties require a minimum of six participants and can accommodate up to ten, while handbuilding parties also require a minimum of six and can host up to eight. Discounts are available depending on the number of people in your group. Your party will have its own reserved class area, and while the rest of the studio remains open, your event space is set aside just for you.

Private Studio Parties
Private studio events are ideal for larger groups or anyone who wants the entire studio to themselves. There is no minimum number of guests for private parties, only a minimum event cost. During your session, the studio is closed to the public, giving your group complete privacy, more space, and the flexibility to shape the celebration the way you want.

Both types of parties include all tools and materials, and each participant will create their own piece to be fired and picked up later. To get full details, discuss availability, and reserve your date, please reach out to us at info@newphoenixpottery.com.

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