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Throwing with Porcelain with Alex Beck: Section 4

6 weeks | Wednesdays | September 30-November 4 | 6-8:30pm

Level: Next Steps

Ages 18 +

Instructor: Alex Beck of ABC Ceramics

Note: This is not an intro class. To be successful in a Next Steps class, you need to be able to confidently center 2 lbs of clay and make a cylinder.

Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.

Class includes 25 lbs of porcelain

Ready to take your wheel skills further? This class moves beyond stoneware into porcelain — a demanding, beautiful material that rewards precision. You'll learn how porcelain behaves differently on the wheel, moves at it’s own pace, and showcases glaze like no other clay body.

Our class size is limited to 9 people.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel up to two weeks (14 days) before your class start date to receive a full refund or a credit, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Transfers are not allowed.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the class start date are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Once a class has started, no refunds, credits, or transfers can be issued. Cancellations must be delivered via email to hello@specklestudio.com.

$450.00
Holiday Wheel with Alex Beck: Section 5

5 weeks | Wednesdays | November 11-December 9 | 6-8:30pm

This is a slightly shorter 5 week course to complete firing before the holidays.

Level: Next Steps

Ages 18 +

Instructor: Alex Beck of ABC Ceramics

Note: This is not an intro class. To be successful in a Next Steps class, you need to be able to confidently center 2 lbs of clay and make a cylinder.

Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.

Class includes 25 lbs of bmix or speckled Buff Clay

  • Ornament sets thrown small and altered (bells, mini vases)

  • Bud vases in a series — good for practicing consistency across multiples

  • Candle holders and holiday lanterns

  • And more!

This class is for anyone who is interested in the next steps of upping their pottery practice. If you have taken a 6 week Intro Wheel class and are looking for your next learning experience, this is it! Our instructor Alex Beck is an expert potter and teacher who meets you where you are and takes you to the next level.

Our class size is limited to 9 people.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel up to two weeks (14 days) before your class start date to receive a full refund or a credit, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Transfers are not allowed.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the class start date are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Once a class has started, no refunds, credits, or transfers can be issued. Cancellations must be delivered via email to hello@specklestudio.com.

$375.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • -25lbs bmix or speckled buff

    -Firings, shelf space, and glaze

    -Open studio hours to practice skills Thursday-Sunday 10am-8:30pm for the first 5 weeks.

    -Good times :)

  • Each 6 week class is designed to lead students through clay projects from start to finish.

    Week 1 - Centering and wedging

    Week 2 - Trimming and attaching handles

    Week 3 - Ongoing projects

    Week 4 - Last week for wet clay

    Week 5 - Trimming and finishing

    Week 6 - Glazing and pot luck :)

  • It’s important that students attend the first class. Classes missed after the first class can be made up during the current session in a couple of different ways: 1) You can ask your instructor during the next class to briefly get you up to speed after the day’s demo, or 2) If there’s a similar workshop running during the same session, you may sit in on a class, space allowing.

    Please talk to your instructor to find the best option.

  • Wear comfy clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and close toed shoes. Tie back long hair, trim long fingernails, and bring a water bottle.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email hello@specklestudio.com. We aim to respond quickly—usually within 1-2 business days. You can text our studio phone 10am-6pm at 415-525-4574.