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Youth Classes & Workshops

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Caregiver & Kiddo Try-It Wheel

Upcoming dates: October 18th | November 22nd | December 6th

10am-12pm

Ages 4-10

This one-time workshop is a chance for adults + kiddos to have a blast together on the wheel!

Join artist and educator Tori Lanterman for an immersive clay experience for you and your little one. We will explore the pottery wheel through both adult and child eyes. A fun tactile experience for all ages. Make pots with your little one during this unique artist led clay experience.

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September After School Arts Enrichment: Sculpture

5 weeks | Tuesdays | September 1-29 | 4:30-5:30pm | Ages 7-12

This class meets 5 times - once per week for the month of September.

Instructor: Ellena Ruiz

After School Arts Enrichment with local artist, Ellena Ruiz, creates a space for artists aged 7-12 to expand their creative capacity through lessons that teach about artists’ work and techniques utilized by professionals. Students engage in project-based learning and structured studio time to experiment and have fun. Through weekly art practice, students build skills such as persistence, observation, conceptualization, and cultivation of craft. We strive for an inclusive and fostering space for youth to grow comfortably through ceramic endeavors. Instructors encourage investigation during class time with emphasis on the process of art-making instead of product.

Tuesday classes are an hour and will consist of hand building projects from 4:30-5:30pm.

Wednesday classes are an hour and a half from 3:30-5:00pm to learn how to throw vessels on the wheel.

Drop off is at 4:30pm. Pick up is at 5:30pm.

Cancellation Policy:

You may cancel up to 72 hours before your class start date to receive a full refund or a credit, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Transfers are not allowed.

Cancellations made outside of the 72 hour window 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.

$325.00
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October After School Arts Enrichment: Sculpture

4 weeks | Tuesdays | October 6-27 | 4:30-5:30pm | Ages 7-12

This class meets 4 times - once per week for the month of October.

Instructor: Ellena Ruiz

After School Arts Enrichment with local artist, Ellena Ruiz, creates a space for artists aged 7-12 to expand their creative capacity through lessons that teach about artists’ work and techniques utilized by professionals. Students engage in project-based learning and structured studio time to experiment and have fun. Through weekly art practice, students build skills such as persistence, observation, conceptualization, and cultivation of craft. We strive for an inclusive and fostering space for youth to grow comfortably through ceramic endeavors. Instructors encourage investigation during class time with emphasis on the process of art-making instead of product.

Tuesday classes are an hour and will consist of hand building projects from 4:30-5:30pm.

Wednesday classes are an hour and a half from 3:30-5:00pm to learn how to throw vessels on the wheel.

Drop off is at 4:30pm. Pick up is at 5:30pm.

Cancellation Policy:

You may cancel up to 72 hours before your class start date to receive a full refund or a credit, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Transfers are not allowed.

Cancellations made outside of the 72 hour window 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.

$260.00
November After School Arts Enrichment: Sculpture

4 weeks | Tuesdays | November 3-24 | 4:30-5:30pm | Ages 7-12

This class meets 4 times - once per week for the month of November.

Instructor: Ellena Ruiz

After School Arts Enrichment with local artist, Ellena Ruiz, creates a space for artists aged 7-12 to expand their creative capacity through lessons that teach about artists’ work and techniques utilized by professionals. Students engage in project-based learning and structured studio time to experiment and have fun. Through weekly art practice, students build skills such as persistence, observation, conceptualization, and cultivation of craft. We strive for an inclusive and fostering space for youth to grow comfortably through ceramic endeavors. Instructors encourage investigation during class time with emphasis on the process of art-making instead of product.

Tuesday classes are an hour and will consist of hand building projects from 4:30-5:30pm.

Wednesday classes are an hour and a half from 3:30-5:00pm to learn how to throw vessels on the wheel.

Drop off is at 4:30pm. Pick up is at 5:30pm.

Cancellation Policy:

You may cancel up to 72 hours before your class start date to receive a full refund or a credit, minus a $20 cancellation fee. Transfers are not allowed.

Cancellations made outside of the 72 hour window 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.

$260.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • We provide all the materials your kiddo or teen will need to make their most fabulous clay creations, including a snack!

  • It’s important that students attend each class. The week goes fast and we cover a lot of ground. If it can’t be helped, we’ll do our best to bring your child up to speed in the next session. Please talk to your child’s instructor about missing class as soon as you can.

  • Make sure your child is wearing close toed shoes and comfy clothes you don’t mind them getting dirty. Tie back long hair, trim long fingernails, and send them with 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.

  • Each camp is designed to lead students through clay projects from start to finish. Curriculum may vary depending on the teacher.

    Day 1 - Hand building, and Centering Clay on the Wheel

    Day 2 - Wheel Work and Hand Building

    Day 3 - Trimming and Wheel

    Day 4 - Last Day for Wet Clay

    Day 5 - Finishing and Art Show :)

    After the camp is over, our team will glaze and fire your child’s work. We’ll let you know when everything is finished. Once it’s ready, you’ll have 30 days to pick up.