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Ceramics Intensive (12 Week Course - October, Monday Evenings) at MUD Ceramics Studio

Go deeper with clay in this 12-week course that brings handbuilding and wheel throwing into one spacious studio experience. Longer 3-hour sessions give you room to explore form, surface, process, and your own creative direction.

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Beginner confidence

"I was a complete novice... now have a solid foundation to begin my pottery journey."

Jo

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12-week course outcome

"I took the 12-week wheel and hand building class... I learned so much."

Sengphet Liu

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Warm studio vibe

"The owners are incredibly welcoming and helpful."

MrKingluke663

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About this class

Go deeper with clay in this 12-week course that brings handbuilding and wheel throwing into one spacious studio experience. Longer 3-hour sessions give you room to explore form, surface, process, and your own creative direction.

Class dates

  1. Session 1October 5, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  2. Session 2October 12, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  3. Session 3October 19, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  4. Session 4October 26, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  5. Session 5November 2, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  6. Session 6November 9, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  7. Session 7November 16, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  8. Session 8November 23, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  9. Session 9November 30, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  10. Session 10December 7, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  11. Session 11December 14, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  12. Session 12December 21, 2026, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Age restriction: 18+ (16 & 17 with parental permission).

Please note:

MUD does not offer make-up classes for missed sessions, including absences due to illness, travel, or personal scheduling conflicts. Our classes follow a structured curriculum, and missed instruction cannot be rescheduled. Please review all class dates before enrolling to make sure you can attend each session.

Bisque firing is included. Optional glaze firing for finished take-home work is $3 per pound.

In the event of adverse weather conditions, MUD Ceramics Studio remains open for classes unless a Travel Advisory recommends suspending non-essential travel.

Students who are unable to complete their glazing during class should plan for an additional five-week timeline. Three weeks after the course ends, students may return to glaze any unfinished pieces. Completed work will be ready for final pick-up two weeks after the glazing appointment. Glazing appointments are offered as a courtesy and cannot be rescheduled.

What is included

Clay, basic studio tools, and guided instruction.

Glazing support and bisque firing.

Guidance through making, glazing, and pickup. Optional glaze firing is $3/lb.

Studio location

201 E Champion St
Bellingham, WA 98225