Beginner confidence
"I was a complete novice... now have a solid foundation to begin my pottery journey."
Jo
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Bellingham pottery class
Aug 5 to September 23, 2026
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Begin your wheel throwing journey with 8 weeks of guided practice at the pottery wheel. You will explore centering, opening, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms while building comfort with the rhythm of throwing.
Student reviews
Selected excerpts from public Google reviews.
Beginner confidence
"I was a complete novice... now have a solid foundation to begin my pottery journey."
Jo
Google review excerpt
12-week course outcome
"I took the 12-week wheel and hand building class... I learned so much."
Sengphet Liu
Google review excerpt
Warm studio vibe
"The owners are incredibly welcoming and helpful."
MrKingluke663
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Begin your wheel throwing journey with 8 weeks of guided practice at the pottery wheel. You will explore centering, opening, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms while building comfort with the rhythm of throwing.
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.
Courtesy glazing appointment: October 14, 2026
Final pick-up: October 28, 2026
Clay, basic studio tools, and guided instruction.
Glazing support and bisque firing.
Guidance through making, glazing, and pickup. Optional glaze firing is $3/lb.
201 E Champion St
Bellingham, WA 98225