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Pottery Wheel Throwing (Hell's Kitchen)

Pottery Wheel Throwing (Hell's Kitchen)

Zerimar Clay @ 402 W 51st St, New York, NY

Discover the fundamentals of wheel throwing in a hands-on pottery experience designed for beginners. Learn essential techniques to shape clay into a unique ceramic piece with step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor. Create a handmade keepsake while enjoying a fun and creative activity perfect for individuals, couples or groups.

(48) All levels 18 and older

Nov 14th

1–3pm ET

Nov 14th

4–6pm ET

Nov 15th

1–3pm ET

Nov 15th

4–6pm ET

Nov 20th

7–9pm ET

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Sat. Nov 14th, 1–3pm ET (2 hours)

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One Day Handbuilding Exploration (Williamsburg)

One Day Handbuilding Exploration (Williamsburg)

Choplet Ceramic Studio @ 238 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the art of handbuilding while creating personalized ceramic pieces such as ornaments, mugs, candleholders, or wall sconces. Learn foundational techniques including slab building, pinching, and coiling, then experiment with textures, patterns, and colored slip. With guided instruction and creative inspiration, this welcoming workshop is ideal for beginners and experienced makers alike.

(483) All levels 12 and older

Nov 13th

7–9pm ET

Nov 16th

7–9pm ET

Nov 20th

7–9pm ET

Nov 23rd

7–9pm ET

Nov 30th

7–9pm ET

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Fri. Nov 13th, 7–9pm ET (2 hours)

$97.99

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One Day Wheel Throwing (Greenpoint)

One Day Wheel Throwing (Greenpoint)

Choplet Ceramic Studio (Greenpoint) @ 121 Meserole Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the fundamentals of wheel throwing in a hands-on studio setting designed for beginners and returning makers alike. Learn essential techniques for centering, shaping, and refining clay under expert guidance. Leave with a finished ceramic piece that’s professionally glazed and fired, plus the confidence to continue exploring the potter’s wheel.

All levels 15 and older

Nov 14th

3–5pm ET

Nov 15th

4–6pm ET

Nov 21st

3–5pm ET

Nov 22nd

4–6pm ET

Nov 28th

3–5pm ET

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Sat. Nov 14th, 3–5pm ET (2 hours)

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Private Wheel Throwing Class for Two

Private Wheel Throwing Class for Two

Centerpoint Ceramics @ 355 Stockholm St, Brooklyn, NY

Enjoy a personalized introduction to wheel throwing in a private lesson designed for one or two participants. All materials, tools, and your choice of glaze are included. Create as many pieces as you like at a standard fee, and return to pick up your handcrafted creations in 3–5 weeks.

(7) All levels 18 and older

Nov 10th

2–4:30pm ET

Nov 10th

6:30–9pm ET

Nov 11th

10am–12:30pm ET

Nov 11th

2–4:30pm ET

Nov 11th

6:30–9pm ET

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Tue. Nov 10th, 2–4:30pm ET (2 hours & 30 minutes)

$245

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Wheel Throwing and Hand Building - Turtle Bay (Midtown East)

Wheel Throwing and Hand Building - Turtle Bay (Midtown East)

Pottery Studio 1 @ 140 E 52nd St, New York, NY

Explore the art of pottery in a hands-on creative experience guided by skilled instructors. Whether you prefer shaping clay on the wheel or building by hand, you'll design and create your own unique piece, fired and ready to take home. Welcoming to beginners and experienced artists alike, this is a relaxing, rewarding way to express your creativity—no prior experience needed.

(10) All levels 18 and older

Nov 15th

10am–12pm ET

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12–2pm ET

Nov 15th

4–6pm ET

Nov 15th

6–8pm ET

Nov 15th

8–10pm ET

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Sun. Nov 15th, 10am–12pm ET (2 hours)

$90

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Raku Workshop

ArtWorks at West Side YMCA

4.6 118 reviews

Discover the art of raku, a traditional Japanese pottery technique known for its unique textures and striking finishes. Learn the specialized firing process that creates unpredictable, one-of-a-kind effects, often seen in tea ceremony ceramics. Through hands-on exploration, refine your craft and bring expressive, dynamic surfaces to life in your work.

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5 W 63rd St, New York, NY
8 hours

Raku Workshop

Raku Workshop

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Come learn to make this beautiful Japanese style ceramic pottery that is often used in tea ceremonies.

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ArtWorks at West Side YMCA

The ArtWorks program offers a variety of classes in the visual arts, including ceramics, stained glass, drawing, and water-color. We have been offering craft classes to the Upper West Side community for over 30 years.

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