Six Week Classes
Nerikomi Madness with Katie Thrash
$525
6 weeks | Tuesdays | August 4-September 8 | 6-8:30pm
Level: Beginner and beyond+ | Some clay experience helpful
Ages 17+
Instructor: Katie Thrash
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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All materials are provided: Open studio time, tools, clay, die, shelf space, and firing. We cannot accommodate production potters.
Learn the art of Nerikomi with fabulous local artist and former clothing designer, Katie Thrash (Shady Clay).
This 6 week class is designed with beginners in mind, though some previous clay experience beforehand would be helpful. It’s also great for ceramic artists looking to dive into this pattern-based artform.
Over the course of 6 weeks, you will learn how to color clay, construct various pattern styles (like marbling and the Skinner Blend) into a block, and then hand build objects from your patterned clay block.
Each person will create 4 different shades of clay and have access to their choice of hump molds. Once the class is finished, we will fire your work and have it ready for you in 2-3 weeks.
Don't miss out on the chance to explore this incredible artform and expand your creative practice with us at Speckle!
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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.
Adult Intro Wheel with Yuki: Section 3
$450
6 weeks | Mondays | August 10-September 21 | 6-8:30pm
No Class On Labor Day, September 7
Level: Beginner and beyond
Ages 18+
Instructor: Yuki Watanabe
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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This class is perfect for beginners and people wanting studio access with individual attention and guidance.
All materials are provided: Open studio time, tools, 25 lbs of bmix or speckled buff, shelf space, firing, and glazes. We cannot accommodate production potters.
For those interested, we will cover centering, wedging, creating cylinders, vases, bowls, and mugs, as well as glazing techniques. Extra attention will be given to the formal elements of throwing. Studio design projects will be provided for those looking to move to the next step of their practice.
Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and explore the world of visual arts with us at Speckle.
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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.
Tuesday Adult Intro Wheel: Section 1
$450
6 weeks | Tuesdays | August 18-September 22 | 6-8:30pm
Level: Beginner and beyond
Ages 18+
Instructor: Julia Kuretski
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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This class is perfect for beginners and people wanting studio access with individual attention and guidance.
All materials are provided: Open studio time, tools, 25 lbs of bmix or speckled buff, shelf space, firing, and glazes. We cannot accommodate production potters.
For those interested, we will cover centering, wedging, creating cylinders, vases, bowls, and mugs, as well as glazing techniques. Extra attention will be given to the formal elements of throwing. Studio design projects will be provided for those looking to move to the next step of their practice.
Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and explore the world of visual arts with us at Speckle.
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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.
Next Steps Wheel with Alex Beck: Section 3
$450
6 weeks | Wednesdays | August 19-September 23 | 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.
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Class includes 25 lbs of bmix or speckled Buff Clay
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! This class is guided by student learning. 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.
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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.
Hand Building with Paul Fresina: Section 5
$450
6 weeks | Mondays | August 24-October 5 | 6-8pm
No Class On Labor Day, September 7
Level: Beginner and beyond
Ages 17+
Instructor: Paul Fresina
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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All materials provided.
Explore the amazing world of hand building with Paul Fresia!
Make functional items for your home with this 6-week project-based class. We will explore various techniques for bringing your ideas to life, including pinch, slab, and coil. Glazing and surface design.
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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.
Adult Intro Wheel with Yuki: Section 4
$450
6 weeks | Mondays | September 28-November 2 | 6-8:30pm
Level: Beginner and beyond
Ages 18+
Instructor: Yuki Watanabe
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
-
This class is perfect for beginners and people wanting studio access with individual attention and guidance.
All materials are provided: Open studio time, tools, 25 lbs of bmix or speckled buff, shelf space, firing, and glazes. We cannot accommodate production potters.
For those interested, we will cover centering, wedging, creating cylinders, vases, bowls, and mugs, as well as glazing techniques. Extra attention will be given to the formal elements of throwing. Studio design projects will be provided for those looking to move to the next step of their practice.
Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and explore the world of visual arts with us at Speckle.
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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.
Tuesday Adult Intro Wheel: Section 2
$450
6 weeks | Tuesdays | September 29-November 3 | 6-8:30pm
Level: Beginner and beyond
Ages 18+
Instructor: Julia Kuretski
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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This class is perfect for beginners and people wanting studio access with individual attention and guidance.
All materials are provided: Open studio time, tools, 25 lbs of bmix or speckled buff, shelf space, firing, and glazes. We cannot accommodate production potters.
For those interested, we will cover centering, wedging, creating cylinders, vases, bowls, and mugs, as well as glazing techniques. Extra attention will be given to the formal elements of throwing. Studio design projects will be provided for those looking to move to the next step of their practice.
Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and explore the world of visual arts with us at Speckle.
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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.
Next Steps Wheel with Alex Beck: Section 4
$450
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.
-
Class includes 25 lbs of bmix or speckled Buff Clay
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! This class is guided by student learning. 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.
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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.
Holiday Nerikomi with Katie Thrash and Holly Coley
$600
6 weeks | Tuesdays | October 6-November 10 | 6-8:30pm
Level: Beginner and beyond+ | Some clay experience helpful
Ages 17+
Instructors: Katie Thrash and Holly Coley
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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All materials are provided: Open studio time, tools, clay, die, shelf space, and firing. We cannot accommodate production potters.
Learn the art of Nerikomi with Holly and Katie. Katie is a fabulous local artist and former clothing designer. Holly Coley is the studio owner and teaching artist. We will focus on creating stunning holiday serve ware and table fare.
We will explore stoneware and porcelain.
This 6 week class is designed with beginners in mind, though some previous clay experience beforehand would be helpful. It’s also great for ceramic artists looking to dive into this pattern-based art form.
Over the course of 6 weeks, you will learn how to color clay, construct various pattern styles (like marbling and the Skinner Blend) into a block, and then hand build objects from your patterned clay block.
Each person will create 4 different shades of clay and have access to their choice of hump molds. Once the class is finished, we will fire your work and have it ready for you in 2-3 weeks. We will work in a variety of sizes and shapes.
Don't miss out on the chance to explore this incredible artform and expand your creative practice with us at Speckle!
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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.
Hand Building with Paul Fresina: Section 6
$450
6 weeks | Mondays | October 12-November 16 | 6-8pm
Level: Beginner and beyond
Ages 17+
Instructor: Paul Fresina
Includes Open Studio times Thursday-Sunday. See FAQs for times.
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All materials provided.
Explore the amazing world of hand building with Paul Fresia!
Make functional items for your home with this 6-week project-based class. We will explore various techniques for bringing your ideas to life, including pinch, slab, and coil. Glazing and surface design.
-
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.
Next Steps Wheel with Alex Beck: Section 5
$375
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.
-
Class includes 25 lbs of bmix or speckled Buff Clay
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! This class is guided by student learning. 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.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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-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 :)
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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 :)
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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.
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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.
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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.