Claymates Ceramics Studio

Sculptural hand building
March 9, 2026 April 20, 2026
with Rylie McGuire (they/them)
SERIES OF CLASSES

Total # of Classes
6

Class length
180 minutes

Class type
Multi-week class

This isn’t your usual hand building class! Rather than creating functional pieces like dinnerware or home goods, this class focuses on creating sculptural pieces, using different reference materials to work towards that elusive trompe d’oeil 🤌  Techniques used will include coil building, soft slab building, extruded forms, and sculpting from mass. Emphasis will be placed on how to achieve the desired proportions, surface, and texture for your sculptures. While the focus will be on mimicking reference materials, students are also welcome to make more abstract work.

Students can expect to take home 4-6 pieces in a 6-week class. All materials and use of studio tools are included. Please provide your own apron or towel. For extra practice, student drop-ins are available on Saturday mornings for $25.

Skill level: This class is appropriate for all levels; you could be new to clay, or more experienced.

Cancellation policy:
We require at least 7 days’ notice via email before the first session to cancel or to transfer to another class. After this point, no refunds, credits, or rescheduling are available. A $50 administration fee applies to all cancellations. However, if you choose a credit instead of a refund, this fee is waived. Please note that by registering, you accept the risk that you may be ill or injured on the day of your class. As a small business, we cannot offer refunds or rescheduling for last-minute illness or injury.

The class takes place on...

  • March 9 at 6:30 pm (Monday)
  • March 16 at 6:30 pm (Monday)
  • March 23 at 6:30 pm (Monday)
  • March 30 at 6:30 pm (Monday)
  • April 6 at 6:30 pm (Monday)
  • April 20 at 6:30 pm (Monday)

Reservations

Click the button below to purchase this class series. You will be registered to attend all the classes in the series.

Six week class

Series Price

C$345

Plus GST: C$17.25

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