Clay Classes
discover your connection with clay
The BMCA Clay Studio is located behind our main building. It used to be a city garage, and in 2005 was renovated to transform it to our clay studio.
We offer on-going classes for all levels of experience, a monthly Independent Study prorgram, and private solo or group lessons. Occasionally we will offer workshops in the studio, and information on those will be updated on this page.
on-going CLASSES
The on-going classes in our Clay Studio run in 6-week sessions. These sessions are $210.
The 2022 class schedule runs the weeks of:
January 3rd-February 7th
February 14th-March 21st
March 28th-May 2nd
May 9th-June 13th
June 20th-July 25th
August 1st-September 5th
September 12th-October 17th
October 24th-November 28th
Due to the small size of our studio, most classes usually have a waitlist. Our studio policy is to allow current students in classes to sign up for continuing sessions until they decide to leave. Then, their spot opens up to the next person on the waitlist. We do this to give current students the chance to build upon their skills. Contact us if you're interested in being put on the waitlist.
Below are the 4 different classes that we offer weekly. Included in your class fee are 2-3 Open Studio sessions weekly to work on pieces while not in class. Due to COVID and distancing guidelines, we are limiting the studio to no more than 9 people at any given time. Because of this, we temporarily have a sign up sheet for Open Studio sessions. See the class days and times and Open Studio schedule below.
Students must be at least 16 years old in order to take a clay class.
Class Schedule
Monday (beginner & intermediate)
6:00pm-8:00pm
Mathilda Potter
Tuesday (advanced)
10:00am-12:00pm
Charles Freeland
Tuesday (advanced)
6:00pm-8:00pm
Charles Freeland
Thursday (beginner & intermediate)
4:00pm-6:00pm
Geoff Bird
Open Studio Schedule
Monday
1:00pm-4:00pm
Tuesday
12:00pm-3:00pm
Wednesday
6:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday
1:00pm-4:00pm
6:00pm-8:00pm
Friday
10:00am-1:00pm
Saturday
12:00pm-3:00pm
Sunday
4:00pm-6:00pm
Independent Study
The Independent Study program in the BMCA Clay Studio is an opportunity for experienced potters to have a studio to create in, but without instruction. The monthly fee for this program is $110 (this fee does not include clay, but does include studio glazes and firing). This fee allows potters to work in the studio during 2-3 Open Studio hours weekly. Due to COVID and distancing guidelines, we are limiting the studio to no more than 9 people at any given time. Because of this, we temporarily have a sign up sheet for Open Studio sessions. See the Open Studio schedule above.
Students interested in the Independent Study Program must submit an application and photos of work samples. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge of glazing, firing, and building and/or throwing techniques and must have a minimum of one year of class instruction. Click the link below to fill out an application.
This program is currently full. If you're interested in being added to a waitlist, fill out the application below, submit photos of your work, and wait to hear from a staff member about the waitlist.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are taught by BMCA Staff and Instructors
Lessons can only be booked when the studio is not holding regular on-going classes or Open Studio Sessions. Please see the schedule above for days and times of studio use. Outside of these hours, private lessons are offered at the availability of our instructors. Please email programs@blackmountainarts.org to inquire about booking a lesson.
Adults (18+)
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Beginner hand building and advanced wheel work
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$80 for a two-hour lesson
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Additional adults are $50 per person for a two-hour lesson
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There is a limit of 2 people for wheel work, and a limit of 5 people for hand building
Children (-18)
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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$40 an hour
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Additional children are $30 per child
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For additional hours, double the rate
Contact the office for more information
or to schedule a session!
