District Clay Covid Guidelines:
*All New & Returning Students, DCC Artists & Workshop Attendees Must Supply Proof of Vaccination *
Per Washington DC Guidelines, Masks are Currently Required While Inside District Clay.
All District Clay Teachers are Fully Vaccinated.
Go here for more information.
*All New & Returning Students, DCC Artists & Workshop Attendees Must Supply Proof of Vaccination *
Per Washington DC Guidelines, Masks are Currently Required While Inside District Clay.
All District Clay Teachers are Fully Vaccinated.
Go here for more information.
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CARVED AND TEXTURED CLAY
with YOSHI FUJII Sun, 10/17, 10 AM - 4 PM, $150 Join us for an in-depth exploration of ceramic surface decoration through ornamental carving and texture! During this 6-hour workshop, participants will learn the intricacies of carved ceramic decoration to create elegant functional pottery. Working with internationally-renowned artist Yoshi Fujii, you will explore the processes of designing, carving, and embellishing clay vessels for exquisite finishes. THROWING PERFECT PLANTERS
with JENNY BEECH Sun, 10/10, 5-8 PM, $85 Join us to give your houseplants some love with homemade planters! In this 3-hour workshop with Jenny Beech, you will learn the instructor's techniques for throwing and trimming medium-sized planter with an attached base. Students will learn step-by-step how to properly shape a rounded planter-form using tools, tips, and tricks that Jenny utilizes in her own studio practice! Jenny will demonstrate throwing a double-walled form on the pottery wheel to create a planter with the saucer attached. IT'S SHINO TIME
CARBON TRAP SHINO with JOE HICKS Saturday, September 18, 1-5 pm ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! Joe Hicks, ceramics professor at Marymount University, and an expert on Shino glazes returns to DCC Join us for the return of our in-depth exploration with Joe Hicks of that most exciting and dynamic of glazes, CARBON TRAP SHINO. During this half-day workshop on Saturday 9/18, participants will learn the mysteries of making, mixing, applying and firing Shino glazes. You will then glaze your work choosing between four Shino glazes and then load it into District Clay's reduction kiln for special carbon trap firing Saturday night. To sign up, go here. |
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ONLINE PAPERCLAY WORKSHOP
WITH REBECCA HUTCHINSON
Nov 20-22, $375, Online
We're excited. One of most popular workshops - Paperclay with Rebecca Hutchinson - is back!
During this online workshop, master ceramicist and teacher Rebecca Hutchinon will introduce you to the amazing and dynamic world of paper clay while also working with students to develop their personal creative voice. Using multiple paperclay elements, including found objects, you will create a personal sculptural piece while sharpening your conceptual approach.
No previous clay experience or kiln required!
WITH REBECCA HUTCHINSON
Nov 20-22, $375, Online
We're excited. One of most popular workshops - Paperclay with Rebecca Hutchinson - is back!
During this online workshop, master ceramicist and teacher Rebecca Hutchinon will introduce you to the amazing and dynamic world of paper clay while also working with students to develop their personal creative voice. Using multiple paperclay elements, including found objects, you will create a personal sculptural piece while sharpening your conceptual approach.
No previous clay experience or kiln required!
Become a District Clay Artist!
For those who want 24/7 access to District Clay, plus expanded shelving and discounts on advanced classes (among other benefits), check out our Community Artist program.
* Best for those with significant clay experience who are also interested in Independent Study.
* Free drop-ins for regular wheel classes included.
We have approximately 60 slots and are currently full. We are maintaining a wait list for those interested.
If you want to see District Clay before making a decision, you can schedule a tour by going here.
For more info on the program, go here.
For those who want 24/7 access to District Clay, plus expanded shelving and discounts on advanced classes (among other benefits), check out our Community Artist program.
* Best for those with significant clay experience who are also interested in Independent Study.
* Free drop-ins for regular wheel classes included.
We have approximately 60 slots and are currently full. We are maintaining a wait list for those interested.
If you want to see District Clay before making a decision, you can schedule a tour by going here.
For more info on the program, go here.
Give us ONE SHOT. . .
Brand new to clay and want to take one of our potter's wheels out for a test ride?
Try a One Shot! class on Saturday and Sunday nights and get a coupon for a discounted 10 week class.
Brand new to clay and want to take one of our potter's wheels out for a test ride?
Try a One Shot! class on Saturday and Sunday nights and get a coupon for a discounted 10 week class.
Private Parties, One on One Instruction & Corporate Events
Create the perfect birthday, anniversary or friends and family Private Party Event using our socially distanced wheels and handbuilding stations. Or take a private lesson with a District Clay teacher.
Or plan a Corporate Teambuilding Event for your staff and use our Teambuilding Guides to enrich your work experience.
Either way, you'll have fun. Just let us know how many people and what format you would like. Find out more here.
Create the perfect birthday, anniversary or friends and family Private Party Event using our socially distanced wheels and handbuilding stations. Or take a private lesson with a District Clay teacher.
Or plan a Corporate Teambuilding Event for your staff and use our Teambuilding Guides to enrich your work experience.
Either way, you'll have fun. Just let us know how many people and what format you would like. Find out more here.
Like to Check out District Clay?
We are now offering 30 minute private tours during weekdays and weekends.
Come and see the largest clay studio in the DC area, see our kilns and wheel rooms and hear about all the ways we are making District Clay a safe place to play with clay.
Sign up for a private tour here.
We are now offering 30 minute private tours during weekdays and weekends.
Come and see the largest clay studio in the DC area, see our kilns and wheel rooms and hear about all the ways we are making District Clay a safe place to play with clay.
Sign up for a private tour here.
Why Take a Pottery Class?
The Best Places to Take Ceramics Classes Across the US, Artsy, 6/2018 (District Clay made the list!)
94% of District Clay Students Give DCC a Good or Excellent rating, 1/2020
Local Company Changing the Pottery Scene, WUSA9 Feature on the District Clay Center: 8/18
District Clay Center Provides Holiday Shoppers with Pottery Bonanza, OnTap, 12/10/2019
Pottery is the new Pilates..., the New York Times, 11/2018
Creating Ceramics Can Help Combat Depression, Artsy, 9/2017
25 Reasons to Take a Pottery Class, Amaranth Stoneware, 7/2015
The Best Places to Take Ceramics Classes Across the US, Artsy, 6/2018 (District Clay made the list!)
94% of District Clay Students Give DCC a Good or Excellent rating, 1/2020
Local Company Changing the Pottery Scene, WUSA9 Feature on the District Clay Center: 8/18
District Clay Center Provides Holiday Shoppers with Pottery Bonanza, OnTap, 12/10/2019
Pottery is the new Pilates..., the New York Times, 11/2018
Creating Ceramics Can Help Combat Depression, Artsy, 9/2017
25 Reasons to Take a Pottery Class, Amaranth Stoneware, 7/2015
Where is the District Clay Center?
The District Clay Center is located at 2414 Douglas St NE in Washington DC on the first floor of the Off the Beaten Track Warehouse. We are minutes from Brookland, Union Market and Catholic U.
Our doors are on the left hand side of the building facing the street. Parking is available directly in front of the building.
Click here to contact us. Click here to join our mailing list.
The District Clay Center is located at 2414 Douglas St NE in Washington DC on the first floor of the Off the Beaten Track Warehouse. We are minutes from Brookland, Union Market and Catholic U.
Our doors are on the left hand side of the building facing the street. Parking is available directly in front of the building.
Click here to contact us. Click here to join our mailing list.
