Handbuilding For Beginners

The class is designed for students, ages 16 and up, who have limited or no experience working with clay. Students will learn how to create pots using coils, pinched forms and slabs. Instruction includes demonstrations and time to work with teacher guidance and assistance. Pots made may include press plates, vases, mugs and more. Additionally, students will learn about decorating and firing pottery and will glaze their work to take home towards the end of class.

Dates: Wednesday's from 6:00 - 8:30pm.
September: 9, 16, 23, 30
October: 7, 14, 21, 28

Clay, shelf space and free firing for up to 10 pots is included.

Please wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty and bring an old towel with you. Plan to tie back long hair and trim nails so they are on the shorter side.

Enrolled students have access to the studio anytime as long as a member lets you in.

Nell Scudder is a local ceramic artist. She is a member of the Carolina Clay Matters pottery guild and has participated in several shows through the guild as well as at Clayworks, where she was a teacher and studio monitor. Her work is inspired by nature, color and geometric forms and is primarily functional. As a former teacher she enjoys working with students eager to gain new skills and looks forward to helping you create pots you are proud of.

• Transfers to another class follow the same refund rules as your original date.
• 14+ days before the first class: Full refund.
• 7–13 days before the first class: Refund minus a 50% administrative fee.
• Fewer than 7 days before the first class: No refunds.
• Seat transfer: If you find a replacement who pays for and takes your seat before the first class begins, you are eligible for a full refund.

To cancel or request a transfer, please email [email protected]. For general questions, you’re welcome to visit MakerSpace Charlotte on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. For urgent, time-sensitive issues with your reservation, contact Steve at (704) 353-3300.

Class may be canceled due to low enrollment, in which case a full refund will be issued.

MakerSpace reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. If a class is canceled by MakerSpace, fees are 100% refundable.