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Wheel Throwing and Hand-Building + Painting - Turtle Bay (Midtown East)

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 140 E 52nd St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity with a hands-on pottery experience, where you'll shape, sculpt, and paint your own unique clay piece. Guided by skilled instructors, you'll explore both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques in a fun and relaxed setting. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class invites you to embrace the process and create something truly one-of-a-kind.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$130
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Wheel Throwing and Hand-Building + Painting - Financial District

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 40 Water St, New York, NY

Get hands-on with clay in a creative pottery experience where you'll shape, sculpt, and paint your own unique piece. Skilled instructors will guide you through both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques in a fun, relaxed setting. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned artist, this class invites you to embrace the process and walk away with something truly one-of-a-kind.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$130
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Handbuilding Sampler (Ages 12 & Up)

Tribeca Clayworks See all classes by this school @ 120 Warren St, New York, NY

Discover the timeless art of handbuilding with clay in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop! Perfect for ages 12 and up, you’ll explore essential techniques and creative possibilities—no experience needed.

(87) All levels 12 and older
$95
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Wheel Throwing and Hand-Building + Painting - Upper West Side

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 216 W 104th St, New York, NY

Bring your own creative vision to life in this hands-on pottery class where skilled instructors guide you through both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques. Students shape, sculpt, and paint an original clay piece in a relaxed, encouraging studio environment. Suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike, each session results in a one-of-a-kind finished work.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$130
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Wheel Throwing and Hand Building - Turtle Bay (Midtown East)

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 140 E 52nd St, New York, NY

Explore the art of pottery in a hands-on creative experience guided by skilled instructors. Whether you prefer shaping clay on the wheel or building by hand, you'll design and create your own unique piece, fired and ready to take home. Welcoming to beginners and experienced artists alike, this is a relaxing, rewarding way to express your creativity—no prior experience needed.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$90
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Porcelain Planter Workshop

Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 69A West St, Brooklyn, NY

Design and hand-build your own porcelain planter using slab construction in this creative ceramics workshop. Add character with colored clay slips in blue, black, and pink, layering bold decorative patterns that turn each planter into a functional piece of art.

(141) Beginner 18 and older
$95
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Wheel Throwing and Hand Building - Financial District

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 40 Water St, New York, NY

Discover the meditative pleasure of working with clay in this hands-on pottery class led by skilled instructors. Whether you prefer throwing on the wheel or building by hand, you'll shape and design your own unique ceramic piece to be professionally fired and taken home. A welcoming environment for complete beginners as well as those with some prior experience.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$90
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Pottery Wheel and Handbuilding

Tribeca Clayworks See all classes by this school @ 120 Warren St, New York, NY

Discover the art of clay through guided wheel work, creative handbuilding, and individualized instruction in a fully equipped studio. Explore your own functional or sculptural style with plenty of independent work time, demonstrations, and access to a wide range of low-fire clays and glazes.

(87) All levels 18 and older
$765

12 sessions

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Porcelain Mug Workshop

Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 69A West St, Brooklyn, NY

Hand-build elegant, functional tableware from slabs of porcelain in this hands-on workshop. Apply colored clay slips in shades of blue, black, gray, and pink to create striking surface designs and personalized patterns on a set of custom mugs.

(141) Beginner 18 and older
$85
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Wheel Throwing and Hand Building - Upper West Side

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 216 W 104th St, New York, NY

Create your own ceramic piece in this welcoming, hands-on pottery class guided by skilled instructors. Students can choose between wheel throwing and hand-building techniques as they design and craft a unique work to be fired and brought home. Open to complete beginners and more experienced artists, this class is a satisfying and genuinely relaxing creative experience.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$90
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Pottery Wheel Throwing (Hell's Kitchen)

Zerimar Clay See all classes by this school @ 402 W 51st St, New York, NY

Discover the fundamentals of wheel throwing in a hands-on pottery experience designed for beginners. Learn essential techniques to shape clay into a unique ceramic piece with step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor. Create a handmade keepsake while enjoying a fun and creative activity perfect for individuals, couples or groups.

(48) All levels 18 and older
$96
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Wine and Handbuilding

Quicksand Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 96 Bogart St, Brooklyn, NY

Enjoy a relaxed, creative experience while exploring the fundamentals of handbuilding with clay. Learn techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab building as you craft a functional or decorative piece in a welcoming, social atmosphere.

All levels 21 and older
$75
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+750 pts
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Wheel Throwing and Hand-Building + Painting - Brooklyn

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 287 Grand Ave, New York, NY

Explore the full range of pottery-making in this hands-on class where you will shape, sculpt, and paint your own original clay creation. Skilled instructors guide students through both wheel-throwing and hand-building approaches in a welcoming, relaxed studio. Open to all levels, this class celebrates the joy of the process as much as the finished piece.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$130
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Ceramics: Beginner + Intermediate Handbuilding

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan See all classes by this school @ 334 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

Discover the art of hand-building with clay in this introductory course. Learn basic construction methods, decoration techniques, and essential vocabulary. Join us at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan and explore the endless possibilities of ceramics.

(435) All levels 18 and older
$720

12 sessions

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Wheel Throwing and Hand Building - Brooklyn

Pottery Studio 1 See all classes by this school @ 287 Grand Ave, New York, NY

Get your hands into clay during this welcoming pottery session guided by skilled instructors. Whether you shape on the wheel or build by hand, you'll design a personal piece that will be fired and ready to take home. Ideal for first-timers and experienced makers alike, with no prior experience required.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$90
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+900 pts
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Handbuilding and Surface

Tribeca Clayworks See all classes by this school @ 120 Warren St, New York, NY

Unlock your creativity with handbuilding techniques that allow you to craft unique pottery forms using only your hands, fingers, and simple tools. Delve into a variety of surface decoration methods at every stage of the ceramic process, from texturing with stamps to glazing with advanced techniques like image transfer and wax resist. Perfect for those seeking to explore new ways to finish their pieces.

(87) All levels 18 and older
$825

13 sessions

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One Day Handbuilding Exploration (Williamsburg)

Choplet Ceramic Studio See all classes by this school @ 238 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY

Explore the foundational handbuilding techniques of clay in this relaxed, creative ceramics class. Work through pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction, then personalize your piece using colored slip. You will leave with a finished, kiln-fired creation and a genuine appreciation for the craft. BYOB for a fun, social studio atmosphere.

(482) All levels 12 and older
$97.99
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Mug & Saucer Workshop

Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 69A West St, Brooklyn, NY

Hand-build a matching mug and saucer set using porcelain slab construction in this hands-on ceramics workshop. Personalize each piece with colored clay slips in blue, black, and pink, ending with functional tableware that brings a distinctive touch to your day.

(141) Beginner 18 and older
$105
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Porcelain Vase Workshop

Wilcoxson Brooklyn Ceramics See all classes by this school @ 69A West St, Brooklyn, NY

Explore the craft of hand-building as you create a one-of-a-kind porcelain vase using foundational ceramic techniques. Learn how to shape and refine your piece for both form and function, resulting in a personalized creation ready for firing and glazing.

(141) All levels 18 and older
$105
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Ceramics 101

e.e.ceramics See all classes by this school @ 622 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY

Explore foundational hand building and wheel throwing techniques while developing confidence in clay. Learn through demonstrations and personalized guidance, with opportunities to experiment with surface decoration and glazing. Dedicated project time allows you to develop your own ideas while refining your skills.

(36) Beginner 18 and older
$760

8 sessions

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Reviews for Handbuilding Classes in NYC

Handbuilding Classes in NYC are rated 4.6 stars based on 713 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • The location is great. Classroom specious and clean. Our teacher Daniella was super knowledgeable, thorough and very supportive. Will be taking another class for sure.
  • I had an amazing experience at this class. Kaitlyn was so informative and helped me create a bowl. Would definitely recommend
  • I enjoyed the class very much. Both my friend and I learned a lot and felt the instructors offered us all a lot of knowledge to succceed in our projects. They were helpful and courteous Great workshop. I would do it again.
  • class was very fun and everything that was needed was provided. a great intro to pottery for any interested!
  • Great class. Patrick was patient and very helpful.
  • Very fun class!
  • Jewel was an expert and they were super patient and really helped us understand how to use the wheel, how to prep our clay, how to comeback from mistakes, and when to just call some of those mistakes! We had a great afternoon and highly recommend this class!
  • Never done this before and happy we tried this. It is definitely one of the hardest things I’ve had to do with almost nothing to show for it!!! Our instructor Amy was super patient and kind and gave clear instructions it’s definitely something you should take several classes to get better at. It was a humbling experience and I’m excited to pick up our pieces in a week. We had a lot of fun laughing at ourselves and getting clay all over and there was a lot of natural talented folks in the group who made beautiful cups vases and bowls.
  • Wonderful instructor who made sure everyone left with at least one piece they were happy with. I do wish it was a 3-hour class though, between a long demo at the beginning and clean up at the end, the actual throwing time felt limited.
  • The instructor was super supportive and the experience was a great time for my partner and me.
  • The instructors energy was great and she made sure she was available to help as needed without hovering to much!
  • Maria and Rachel made the experience so enjoyable and fun. i would definitely do this again!
  • Awesome class! Instructor was so helpful and fun!!
  • The instructor was great and very patient. He was also quite encouraging. Great experience.
  • The class was fun, no pressure or judgement how well my project. The instructor was awesome very encouraging and helpful.
  • This was such a fun class. We would definitely do it again
  • We had so much fun at this class. Anna was a wonderful instructor! Neither one of us had ever done this before, nor can we call ourselves "artists" but we actually created some very pretty items. The 9th wedding anniversary traditional gift is pottery, so we signed up for this class to celebrate our 9th and we had a great evening together. I can't wait to pick up our finished pieces. Highly recommend!
  • Instructors were just the right mix of attentive, positive, and helpful while keeping things really relaxed. We had a great time and are really excited to see how the mugs turn out!
  • Kaitlyn was wonderful! She was very patient and guided me every step of the way. I had a great experience. I look forward to working with her again.
  • So fun!
  • This was the absolute funnest class! The teacher was so so so helpful. Many times I would struggle to get it centered and he would come over and help me do it. I am so excited to see my vase that I made next week. Such a fun class. Laugher from strangers all around.
  • Such an excellent way to be introduced to wheel throwing! Our instructor Siri was excellent— she explained the process well, and was very helpful as we encountered new questions and created new problems. We made multiple pieces each, and while only one firing is included in the class fee, the firing fee for additional pieces is so inexpensive that we ended up deciding to keep everything we made. We may be back to take more classes and learn more advanced skills :D
  • Eleni was a highly skilled and kind teacher who easily walked us through the basics of pottery. Both me and my partner were pretty new to the hobby, so she met us where we are. I would consider the course a great value for the amount I paid, and would recommend it to anyone interested. If it were a recurring class, I would definitely consider taking it again.
  • This was a great experience for a Valentine's Day gift. Our teacher was very personable and knowledgeable, and helped to make sure each classmate completed their project in time. I would highly recommend it to friends.
  • The instructor was so kind, encouraging and knowledgeable!
  • I had a wonderful time! The instructor was knowledgeable and friendly, and I can't wait to see how my pieces came out.
  • I loved this class! The instructor offered clear steps, individualized help, and it was overall a lot of fun!!
  • Fun class! She was kind, helpful, and patient. I would definitely recommend anyone to take a class here.
  • Seda was an excellent host and teacher! She was extremely generous with her time and knowledge. I would take another class with her!
  • Eleni was a great teacher and I really enjoyed this workshop. The time flew by. I can't wait to see my finished piece after firing and glazing!
  • I had such an amazing time! The instructor was kind and knowledgeable. She continuously checked on everyone and guided us through the process. I would definitely take the class again!
  • Really fun class. Eleni is a great teacher and very patient! Would definitely recommend.
  • Enjoyable class with patient and lovely instructor!
  • It was very informative and fun. Would definitely do it again!
  • This was a great class. Our instructor showed us a few techniques so we could make some nice pieces ( I made 3 bowls). It was so much fun to play with clay and make something. I had a great time. The instructor was awesome. There were plenty of supplies and everything was set up nicely for us to work.
  • Handbuilding and Wheel (Beginner)

    terrific
  • Handbuilding and Wheel (Beginner)

    was fantastic
  • The class was good! The instructor was friendly and did a demo in the beginning, then walked around and helped us individually once we got started on the wheels. The studio is a bit cramp and messy, but fine for the price of this. Plus, you get to keep a piece after they fire it/glaze it for you. In terms of COVID safety, everyone wore masks and they take your temperature at the door and the wheels are "kinda" spread out with clear panels between people sitting in front of each other. I had wish there were like 2-3 less people just because the space is kinda narrow and when cleaning up, you do have to be right next to each other since there's only one sink. But if you're fine with that, then def take it as a beginner class to get your feet wet!
  • One Day Evening Wheel Throwing Pottery Class

    Wonderful evening. My instructor Lev was super great at helping me for my first time. Hoping to come back soon.
  • One Day Evening Wheel Throwing Pottery Class

    This class was fantastic! My professor lev was very knowledgeable and patient. Nadeige was very warm and friendly and exhibited great customer service. The studio is very spacious and clean, I can not wait for the summer to try wheel throwing in their garden
  • Porcelain Jewelry + Accessory Dish /Mug Workshop

    Really loved this as an introductory course. Would love to take this again, just to explore more shapes and designs!
  • Handbuilding and Wheel (Beginner)

    Gus is great! He takes the time to work closely with beginner students.
  • The instructor was very patient and answered my questions many times till I understood how the mold is made. I felt that he has a lot of experience and expertise in the subject and was able to give me direction for the project that I am working on. Many thanks again !
  • Colored Porcelain Coffee & Espresso Mug Workshop

    Such a lovely way to spend the afternoon. The team was so helpful, funny, and kind. My friend and I had a wonderful time and are looking forward to picking up our completed work! Would definitely recommend!
  • Colored Porcelain Coffee & Espresso Mug Workshop

    I absolutely loved this class. The instructors were great, the studio is gorgeous and gets tons of natural light. Im definitely taking more classes with Wilcoxson in the future, even this one again.
  • Porcelain Jewelry + Accessory Dish /Mug Workshop

    I love the class so much. You will create and Relax while you are working on new ideas.
  • Colored Porcelain Coffee & Espresso Mug Workshop

    Had fun. Learned a lot. The teacher was hilarious. Can’t wait to get my mugs in a month.
  • Colored Porcelain Coffee & Espresso Mug Workshop

    The instructors did an amazing job & were very hands on.
  • A “jump right into it” workshop that allows you to immediately get your hands dirty and learn by doing. It was a great, fun introduction!
  • Really fun class and you get to make some really beautiful. Super informative and you don’t need any background in ceramics to make the planters. Fun activity to do with friends. I went solo and still had a great time
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