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Slab Built Mug
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
This beginner-friendly pottery workshop teaches you how to slab build and decorate your own ceramic mug or teacup. You can hand-paint or glaze your piece, then have it delivered to you after firing. All materials are included in the class.
Nov 15th
3–5pm PT
Dec 12th
3–5pm PT
The Art of French Macarons (OC)
CocuSocial Cooking Classes See all classes by this school @ 1441 S Manchester Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Bring yourself to the heart of Parisian patisseries in our hands-on French macaron class. Under the guidance of our expert Pastry Chef Instructor, you'll work through the delicate art of mixing meringue, piping, and baking these refined almond cookies. Explore a range of flavor profiles and fillings during a fun, interactive baking experience open to enthusiasts and beginners alike.
Nov 20th
6:30–8:30pm PT
Dec 18th
6:30–8:30pm PT
Beginner Wheel 4-Week Course
Element Art Center See all classes by this school @ 835 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Dig into wheel-throwing in this 4-week pottery intensive, covering throwing, trimming, decorating, and glazing with EAC's house glazes. Studio access is 24/7 and all materials are provided, so you can create and keep your own pottery. No experience needed.
Dec 6th
9–11am PT
Meets 4 Times
Dia De Los Muertos
Clay CA See all classes by this school @ 900 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Explore ceramic hand-building and decorative techniques in this beginner-friendly bilingual workshop. Create a floral candle holder or picture frame using stamps, molds and personalized designs. Enjoy a welcoming creative experience with instruction in English and Spanish. All materials are included.
Dec 6th
2–5pm PT
Dec 13th
2–5pm PT
Dec 20th
2–5pm PT
Dec 27th
2–5pm PT
Jan 3rd
2–5pm PT
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Altering Commercial Glazes
Clay CA See all classes by this school @ 900 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Explore how different minerals, frits and additives can transform commercial glazes. Experiment with color, texture, surface finishes and fluidity by adjusting glaze formulations. Discover how small changes produce distinct results. Leave with experimental glaze samples and a foundational understanding of glaze customization.
Jan 10th
11am–1pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Beginning Handbuilding (Sunset)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 3028 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Begin your pottery practice by working through core techniques, from wheel throwing through glazing. Each session focuses on a specific skill, including shaping, trimming, and adding personalized textures, under expert guidance.
Nov 2nd
9am–12pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Nov 3rd
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Winter Wheel Throwing Course
Clay CA See all classes by this school @ 900 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Develop your pottery skills while creating a cohesive collection of wheel-thrown pieces. Learn essential techniques, including centering, pulling, trimming and glaze application, with guidance from an instructor. Build confidence through independent practice with 24-hour studio access.
Nov 11th
6–8pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Beginning Handbuilding - Cone 10 Firing (Frogtown)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 2910 Gilroy St, Los Angeles, CA
Get creative in beginning handbuilding by working through diverse techniques from pinch pots through slab construction. Each session focuses on clay manipulation and glazing methods under expert guidance toward Cone 10 firing excellence.
Nov 3rd
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Advanced Wheel Throwing Course
Clay CA See all classes by this school @ 900 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Take your pottery skills to the next level by refining advanced wheel-throwing techniques in a hands-on studio setting. Designed for experienced ceramicists, this class focuses on creating taller forms, throwing off the hump, and mastering more complex shapes with greater precision and control. Strengthen your technical abilities while expanding your creative possibilities at the wheel.
Dec 4th
6–8pm PT
Dec 11th
6–8pm PT
Dec 18th
6–8pm PT
Beginning Wheel 2 - Build Wider and Taller (Frogtown)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 2910 Gilroy St, Los Angeles, CA
Take your wheel-throwing to the next stage with Beginning Wheel 2: Build Wider and Taller, geared toward students ready to expand the scale of their work. Refine shaping techniques for wider and taller forms, deepening craftsmanship under expert guidance and working toward Cone 10 firing.
Nov 4th
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Intermediate Handbuilding (Sunset)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 3028 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Advance your handbuilding work in Intermediate Handbuilding, built for intermediate and advanced students looking to combine multiple vessels into innovative altered forms. Explore a range of techniques, from pinch and coil pots to slab construction, with a focus on project development and glazing refinement.
Nov 5th
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Advanced Wheel (Sunset)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 3028 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Push your pottery further in this course built for experienced artisans ready to tackle complex forms and techniques. The curriculum flexes around student interests, so you can dig into topics such as throwing off the hump, building jars, lids, combined forms, plates, and more under expert guidance.
Nov 6th
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Beginning Wheel 2 - Build Wider and Taller (Sunset)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 3028 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your pottery skills in Beginning Wheel 2 - Build Wider and Taller, tailored for those ready to expand their wheel throwing abilities. Dive deeper into shaping techniques, mastering wider and taller forms while refining your craftsmanship under expert guidance towards Cone 10 firing excellence.
Nov 7th
2–5pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Cold Process Soap Making
Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Learn how to make beautiful handmade soaps in your own kitchen. Open to beginners and experienced makers alike, this hands-on course walks you through the cold process soap-making method from start to finish. With careful attention to safety, expect a fun, informative experience.
Infused Mocktail Crafting Class
Akeema Bryan Mixology See all classes by this school @ 8271 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Perfect for enthusiasts and beginners alike, learn to craft delicious beverages while socializing with like-minded individuals. Elevate your drink-making skills in this unique hands-on experience.
Buche de Noel
The Institute of Culinary Education LA See all classes by this school @ 521 East Green St, Pasadena, CA
Celebrate the holiday season by creating a traditional Yule Log dessert. Learn to prepare a Swiss roll cake and decorate it to resemble a winter woodland log. Add festive marzipan decorations to complete this classic seasonal treat.
Fresh Handmade Pasta
CocuSocial Cooking Classes See all classes by this school @ 3909 San Fernando Rd, Glendale, CA
Transport yourself to Italy as you learn the art of making fresh pasta from scratch. Master the classic well technique for pasta dough, then roll and hand-cut delicate sheets into ribbons such as fettuccine or tagliatelle. Discover the secrets of authentic passata and learn how to emulsify pasta water with sauce for a beautifully cohesive, restaurant-quality dish. No experience is required.
Dec 3rd
6:30–8:30pm PT
Dec 17th
6:30–8:30pm PT
Handmade Gnocchi With Chef Darren
Classpop! See all classes by this school @ 2878 Columbia St, Torrance, CA
Discover how simple ingredients can be transformed into delicate, pillowy gnocchi in this engaging hands-on cooking experience. You’ll practice shaping and cooking techniques that help create tender, flavorful results every time. Prepare a creamy pesto sauce with fresh herbs, garlic and lemon to complement your dish. Enjoy the finished meal and leave with skills you can confidently recreate at home.
Nov 8th
12–2pm PT
Dec 13th
12–2pm PT
Jan 10th
12–2pm PT
Feb 14th
12–2pm PT
Mar 14th
12–2pm PT
Acting for Adults
The Actors Circle See all classes by this school @ 11282 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA
Build a strong, well-rounded acting foundation at The Actors Circle through a comprehensive curriculum designed for adult students. Classes move through scene study, character development, and a range of performance techniques in a dynamic, supportive environment. Students leave each session with sharper instincts, greater technical clarity, and a growing sense of their own unique voice on stage and screen.
Nov 2nd
7–10pm PT
Nov 3rd
7–10pm PT
Nov 9th
7–10pm PT
Nov 10th
7–10pm PT
Nov 16th
7–10pm PT
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Beginning Wheel 1 (Burbank)
Claytivity Pottery Studio See all classes by this school @ 912 Isabel St, Burbank, CA
Get started in pottery with hands-on coaching in shaping, trimming, and glazing. Step in, with expert instruction and plenty of clay to experiment and bring pieces to life.
Nov 3rd
9am–12pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Nov 4th
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Nov 5th
6–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Nov 8th
9am–12pm PT
Meets 3 Times