Guided Open Studio

$240.00

March 10th - 31st (4 week class)

5:30 pm–8:30 pm

A 3-hour, weekly guided studio for independent ceramics work.

Come to explore your own ideas, at your own pace, with support when you need it.

Arrive and leave anytime within the session.

Instructor available for technical guidance throughout.

Weekly 6:30 PM optional demo to observe and learn.

March 10th - 31st (4 week class)

5:30 pm–8:30 pm

A 3-hour, weekly guided studio for independent ceramics work.

Come to explore your own ideas, at your own pace, with support when you need it.

Arrive and leave anytime within the session.

Instructor available for technical guidance throughout.

Weekly 6:30 PM optional demo to observe and learn.

Dates of Open Studio:

March 10th, starting @5:30pm : Mandatory Orientation @5:45pm (the only required timing within the 4 weeks)

March 17th, starting @5:30pm-8:30pm - arrive + leave anytime in that window

March 24th, starting @5:30pm-8:30pm - arrive + leave anytime in that window

March 31st, starting @5:30pm-8:30pm - arrive + leave anytime in that window (please expect to glaze your pieces in this last session. All glazed work can be expected for pick-up in 4-5weeks after glazing)

What to expect:
• Studio orientation on day one @ 5:45 PM (only required time within the 4 weeks)
• 4 lbs of clay included (additional clay available for purchase)
• Curated selection of glazes
• Bisque + glaze firings included
• Basic hand-building tools + shared studio materials
• Dedicated shelf for your work
• Calm, intentionally held studio environment

What’s not included:
• Clean-up of your personal tools or workspace
• Large-scale firings (projects over 10” x 11”)
• Wheel use — this is a hand-building focused studio

Additional Terms

WORKSHOP PREPARATION: Please wear clothing that is comfortable to create in. Clay gets wet, dusty and muddy. Your hand will be your main tools. All students are welcome to bring an apron and note taking devisces.

LATECOMERS: We are not able to provide refunds or makeup classes. 

CANCELLATION POLICY: With purchase of a class or workshop ticket, you understand this fee is non-refundable. If the workshop is canceled for any reason, you will receive a full refund, returned via your original payment method. Our team will contact you by phone and/or email with any updates regarding class cancellations.

QUESTIONS: Do you have questions regarding the course curriculum? Please email us.

LOCATION: ma-pa 6101 W Addison St. Chicago IL, 60634 - there is ample free parking surrounding us and a CTA bus stop right in front of the shop.