Summer Camps 2026

Scholarships Available

At Speckle Studio, we believe art is for everyone.

The more access there is to art, the more our communities thrive! We want to provide support where we can to bring registration costs within reach for more families. Thanks to a very generous donor, we have currently scholarships available for kids and teens.

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Holiday Camp

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Youth Clay Holiday Break Camp | Aug 17-21 | Ages 10-14 | 9am-Noon

Youth Clay Holiday Break Camp: Wheel + Self-Expression in Clay

5 Days | Monday-Friday | August 17th-21st | 9am-Noon

Ages 10-14

Please Note: This camp is not eligible for a scholarship. Check out our June/July dates for opportunities!

Snacks are provided.

Let your kid spend their break getting messy, creative, and hands on at Speckle Studio’s Clay Camp! Designed for ages 10-14, this week-long camp introduces students to the magic of the pottery wheel while exploring all the ways clay can be used for storytelling, self-expression, and imaginative play.

Campers will learn wheel basics—centering, pulling up walls, shaping forms, and trimming—while also experimenting with hand building techniques. Each day includes guided skill-building, creative prompts, and plenty of studio time to explore personal style. From funky cups and small bowls to creature-inspired sculptures, texture studies, and expressive surface design, they’ll bring all their ideas to life!

Kids will also learn about ceramic processes like drying, firing, and glazing. They’ll finish pieces with colorful underglazes and glazes that highlight their unique voice. Throughout the week, campers build confidence, patience, and pride in making functional art they can actually use—and take home.

What kids will learn

  • Pottery wheel fundamentals (centering, shaping, trimming)

  • Hand building techniques for creative forms

  • Surface decoration: texture, carving, stamping, underglaze, and glaze

  • How ceramics work: clay stages, firing basics, and studio safety

What they’ll make
A collection of finished pieces—wheel-thrown and hand built—made from their own ideas and creative prompts.

Drop off is at 9am. Pick up is at Noon.

Please alert staff of any dietary restrictions/allergies.

Cancellation Policy:

You may cancel up to two weeks (14 days) before the class start date to receive a full refund or a credit, minus a $25 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. 

$425.00

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A monster/Medusa face mask made with clay and painted green with red teeth
Three girls show off their clay creations during a teen summer camp
A boy smiles as he learns how to center clay on the wheel during summer camp

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.

Cat mask made with clay. Black with yellow speckles on its cheeks and pink ears

Have Questions?

Reach out and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!