New Classes: Fall Session 2026
If a class is out of stock, please contact cantonclayworks@yahoo.com to join the waitlist!
Beginner Wheel Throwing
Beginner wheel throwing classes cover everything you need to know about the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel, trimming, and glazing your work. Forms like bowls, cups, mugs, and plates will be covered in detail. One 25 pound bag of clay is included in each class. Purchasing a tool kit is recommended.
Beginner Wheel Throwing Option 1
Skill level: Beginners and advanced beginners
Seven Wednesday evenings 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Dates: Aug 12 - Sept 23 (no class Sept 16)
Glaze class Oct 7
Instructor: Natalie Pittman
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Beginner Wheel Throwing Option 2
Skill level: Beginners and advanced beginners
Seven Thursday evenings 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Dates: Aug 13 - Sept 24 (no class Sept 17)
Glaze class Oct 8
Instructor: Kevin Shaw
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Beginner Wheel Throwing Option 3
Skill level: Beginners and advanced beginners
Seven Saturday mornings 9:30am - 12:00pm
Dates: Aug 8 - Sept 26 (no class Aug 15, Sept 19)
Glaze class Oct 10
Instructor: Abby Jensen
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Beginner Wheel Throwing Option 4
Skill level: Beginners and advanced beginners
Seven Sunday afternoons 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Dates: Aug 9 - Sept 20 (no class Sept 13)
Glaze class Oct 4
Instructor: Kaylyn Clemens
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Intermediate/Advanced Classes
Intermediate classes offer a variety of instruction on different construction methods. Intermediate students should have a solid understanding of basic pottery techniques, including the ability to wedge clay, center on the potter's wheel, and throw and trim simple forms like cylinders and bowls. One 25 pound bag of clay is included in each class.
Own your Clay: Advanced Wheel Throwing
Skill level: Intermediate to advanced only
Seven Wednesday mornings 10:00am - 12:30pm
Dates: Aug 12 - Sept 23 (no class Sept 16)
Glaze class Oct 7
Instructor: Maddisen Fostyni
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
An opportunity for seasoned potters to approach their work with greater deliberation.
Throwing Outside the Box: Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Skill level: Advanced Beginners - Intermediate
Seven Tuesday evenings 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Dates: Aug 11 - Sept 22 (no class Sept 15)
Glaze class Oct 6
Instructor: Tim Scull & substitute
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Throwing it Back: Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Skill level: Intermediate to advanced
Seven Friday evenings 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Dates: Aug 14 - Sept 25 (no class Sept 18)
Glaze class Oct 9
Instructor: Maddisen Fostyni
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Hybrid Classes:
Wheel Throwing & Hand Building
Hybrid classes offer the best of both worlds by providing students an introduction to both wheel throwing and hand building basics! These classes are perfect for beginners that are looking to dip their toes into all things pottery. One 25 pound bag of clay is included in each class.
Tim's Mix: Hybrid Wheel Throwing & Hand Building
Skill level: Advanced beginners only
Seven Thursday mornings 10:00am - 12:30pm
Dates: Aug 13 - Sept 24 (no class Sept 17)
Glaze class Oct 8
Instructor: Tim Scull & Kaylyn Clemens
Tuition: $385
Firing fees not included
Join Tim & Kaylyn in finding new ways to play with clay using texture, color, and marbleizing - both on the wheel and off!
Student Bench Time
Students may come into the studio for practice time when classes are not in session, Tuesdays - Sundays, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. The studio is closed Mondays.
Kilns and Glazes
Students have access to an extensive selection of colorful high fire glazes and unique kilns, rarely found in a community studio setting.
Refer a Friend
Any current student who refers a friend that enrolls in a pottery class will receive a complimentary bag of clay ($35 value).
Perk for Beginners
Wheel throwing beginners new to CCW will not incur firing fees for the first ten pots made in their first class term.
Cancellation Policy:
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There will be no refunds for cancellations within 30 days of any workshop or class start date.
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Cancellations before 30 days will be refunded only by credit to another workshop or class.
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That credit needs to be redeemed within one year. $100 will be deducted for all credit refunds for administrative costs.
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Credit refund is not transferable to a third party.
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In the case that CCW cancels a workshop or class term, a full refund will be provided.