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Classes and Sessions for Adults

Our classes are a great way to explore your creative side and have a good time. We invite you to join us for the fun! 

Adult Classes
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Short Intersession Classes in December - Now open for enrollment
Winter Classes beginning January 6 open for enrollment on Thursday, November 14 at noon
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If you see something you are interested in and it is full, please contact us to be added to the wait list!
Please familiarize yourself with our refund and cancelation policy below prior to signing up for a class
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DISCOUNTS FOR CLAY STUDIO OF MISSOULA MEMBERS:

MEMBERS: Add the Coupon Code listed in your class description to receive your member discount

If you are not a member and would like to become one, please visit our Membership Page to learn more!
 

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WINTER INTERSESSION ACCESS

November 25-December 23

$130 non-members / $120 members

Flat rate open studio access for Fall 2024/Winter 2025 students

3 WEEKS

Dramatic Coiled Forms with Kayla Noble

Thursdays / December 5, 12, and 19 / 6-9PM

$180 nonmembers / $170 members

Handbuilding beautiful, gestural pottery.

10 WEEKS

Monday Open Instruction

Mondays / January 6-March 10 / 2-5 PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Bring your ideas to create your own projects.

10 WEEKS

Tuesday Open Instruction

Tuesdays / January /

$340 non-members / $325 members

Bring your ideas to create your own projects.

10 WEEKS

Winter Wood Fire Firing Only

see listing for dates

$235 non-members / $225 members

Ideal for those with previous wood-firing experience and their own studio or place to make work

10 WEEKS

Wednesday Continuing Pottery

Wednesdays / January 8-March 12 / 6-9 PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Students already possessing basic wheel throwing skills can further their abilities.

10 WEEKS

Thursday Beginning Pottery

Thursdays / January 9-March 13 / 6-9PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Learn the basics of creating pottery, especially on the wheel!

10 WEEKS

Sunday Afternoon Beginning Pottery

Sundays / January 12-March 16 / 1-4PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Learn the basics of creating pottery, especially on the wheel!

3 WEEKS

Lids, Lids, Lids! with Heather Lepp

Mondays / December 2, 9, and 16 / 2-5PM

$180 nonmembers / $170 members

There are so many unique and fun ways to make lids!

3 WEEKS

Throwing Big Pottery with Ethan Arias

Thursdays / December 5, 12, and 19 / 6-9PM

$200 nonmembers / $190 members

Learn to throw bigger forms in this special 3-session short course!

10 WEEKS

Monday Beginning Pottery

Mondays / January 6-March 10 / 6-9PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Learn the basics of creating pottery, especially on the wheel!

10 WEEKS

Winter Wood Fire Class + Firing

Tuesdays / January 7-March 4 + firing / 6-9 PM

$390 non-members / $375 members

The class explores the nuanced, demanding, and rewarding practice of wood-firing ceramics.

10 WEEKS

Wednesday Morning Beginning Pottery

Wednesdays / January 8-March 12 / 10AM-1PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Learn the basics of creating pottery, especially on the wheel!

10 WEEKS

Thursday Morning Continuing Pottery

Thursdays / January 9-March 13 / 10AM-1PM

$340 non-members / $325 members

Students already possessing basic wheel throwing skills can further their abilities.

10 WEEKS

Imagery and Multiples in Clay

Sundays / January 12-March 16 / 5-8PM

$345 non-members / $330 members

Develop your own style!

4 WEEKS

Special Workshop: Firing the Soda Kiln

5 sessions / February 22 - March 5

$145 non-members / $135 members

Bring your own work and learn the unique method of soda firing!

Access Outside of Class - for Current Students

 

Current students in multi-week classes are welcome to utilize open studio hours to work on class projects, and are able to sign up for a slot utilizing our online studio appointment calendar.

 

Appointment access is also available for students needing to glaze projects from a recent class session. 

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Anyone wishing to access studio services who are not currently enrolled in a class or finishing glazing from a recent class must possess a current Clay Studio of Missoula annual membership. Find out more about membership here.

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All classroom and day use access bookings can be made online through our Plan Hero Sign-Up page.

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Registration & Policies

 

Please familiarize yourself with our policies before registering in case you do need to make a request to cancel. You can find this information on our Registration & Policies Page

Short Sessions
Workshops
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Interested in a ceramics class, but don't have time to commit to a full class session? Our short format sessions may be a good option for you! These sessions are usually a single day, with longer ones available periodically.
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For Family Clay Night, adults can accompany a child 5-15 years old to participate in a clay activity together.
Persons aged 16 years or older may enroll in adult workshops with parent permission.
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Visiting Artist Workshops give students a chance to learn new techniques and ideas from special guest artists visiting The Clay Studio of Missoula.
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Pottery Workshop

Check our Project Pick-Up Page to check if your pottery or sculpture is ready to pick up.

12/7 Pottery Date Night

Saturday / December 7 / 6-8PM

$95 per couple

A fun, muddy date night where you can have fun taking a spin on the potter's wheel with your partner!

12/8+ 12/15 Figural Miniatures with Yve Holtzclaw

Sundays / December 8 and 15 / 6-8PM

$90 per person

A special 2-session class on making miniature figures!
This special functions as a double-workshop, and DOES NOT INCLUDE work time outside of class.

12/13 Family Clay Night: Make-a-Mug!

Friday / December 13 / 6-7:30PM

$40 for Makers, $25 for Helpers

A clay project for the whole family! This month make a classic holiday mug!

12/19 Beginning Pottery One-Day Session

Thursday / December 19 / 6-8PM

$50 per person

A try-me session to give the electric potter's wheel a spin!

12/8 Beginning Pottery One-Day Session

Sunday / December 8 / 10AM - 12PM

$50 per person

A try-me session to give the electric potter's wheel a spin!

12/12 Miniature Animal Masks with Heather Lepp

Thursday / December 12 / 6-8PM

$45 per person

Explore creating decorative mini animal masks with clay!

12/15 Beginning Pottery One-Day Session

Sunday / December 15 / 10AM - 12PM

$50 per person

A try-me session to give the electric potter's wheel a spin!

12/20 Pottery Date Night

Friday / December 20 / 6-8PM

$95 per couple

A fun, muddy date night where you can have fun taking a spin on the potter's wheel with your partner!

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