Ceramics & Pottery Classes in Modesto, CA
Learn hand-building, ceramic sculpture, glazing, and pottery wheel basics in a supportive art studio environment.
Modesto Art Academy offers ceramics classes and private pottery lessons for kids, teens, and adults. Whether you are brand new to clay or looking for studio space to continue your own work, our ceramics program gives you the tools, instruction, and encouragement to create with confidence.
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Pottery Wheel Instruction
In this one-on-one 90-minute session, you’ll get hands-on instruction in centering clay and raising it into simple bowl forms, with all materials and support provided. We Modify Lessons based on age
Saturday Ceramic Sculpture
Student will receive the instruction and guidance they need to create their own unique ceramic sculptures
Ceramic color glazing and finishes
Students will take already-fired ceramic pieces and bring them to life with colorful glazes (special paints that turn shiny and smooth after firing). This is where they can add their creative colors and designs to make their work complete.
Independent Open Studio
Sunday Starting a 3:00 we offer a weekly open studio session for independent clay builders. This time is set aside for artists who want access to space and Tools —without structured instruction—so they can work at their own pace and ability level. If you would like Use the Pottery wheel, Sign up for the “independent Wheel Throwing”
Tuesday Ceramics for Kids
Our after-school ceramics class gives kids a creative place to unwind, explore, and make something with their hands. Students will learn basic clay-building, sculpting, and glazing techniques while creating pieces they can be proud of.
Independent Pottery wheel
Independent wheel-throwing studio is offered to those artists who are looking to work on the pottery wheel independently. Our ceramic studio offers the materials, tools, and supportive environment needed to practice and develop their skills on there own