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CLAY CHARACTERS:
WHIMSICAL BUSTS with ISOLINA MINJEONG ALVA Sun, 11/14, 11 AM - 5 PM, $150 Join us in sculpting a whimsical character bust with acclaimed artist Isolina Minjeong Alva! In this 6-hour workshop on Sunday, November 14, artist Isolina Minjeong Alva will walk you through sculpting a large one-foot-tall bust of your very own! Demonstrating their fail-proof slab-building and portrait sculpting methods, Isolina will show participants how to build a bust from scratch. Surfacing examples will also be introduced to the class after a break for lunch. Isolina utilizes slips and underglazes in conjunction with unorthodox materials such as resin, spray paint, and wood glue. In this workshop, Isolina will demonstrate professional tips and tricks for dynamic slip surface decoration! |
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THROW YOUR OWN OVAL SERVING DISH
with JILL ROSS MELTZER Sun., 11/7, 12-4 PM, $110 Well, it’s that time of year… The air is crisp, the leaves are falling, and thoughts are turning to the meal of all meals--the Thanksgiving feast! Join us for this special Thanksgiving Workshop and learn how simple slabs can be used to transform a wheel-thrown cylinder into an awesome OVAL SERVER with crescent handles! You just won’t find a better way to set off your favorite Thanksgiving dish! |
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THROWING PERFECT PLANTERS
with JENNY BEECH Sun, Date November 21 , 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. |
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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!
NEW!
What's Happening with Clay
in the DC Area
Click here to see a listing of clay events happening around the DC metro area.
This list has been created by DCC students, artists and teachers.
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.
