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Please read Open Studio descriptions below and schedule at the bottom of the page.

ALL AGES WELCOME, but no kiddo drop offs. If you want a class for kiddo, please see our class/camp page or schedule a private lesson or party.

One Guided Open Studio session is mandatory in order to come to Open Studio Unless you have clay experience within the last year at a school or another studio, or have sufficient clay experience where you can independently do the following : pinch pot, slab, coil, slip & score, basic knowledge of glazing and tools.

Guided Open Studio

*Due to high demand for parties and private wheel lessons on Fridays and Saturdays, there are dates when Guided Open Studio will be closed. IF you are fully independent, you can still continue to book Independent Open Studio !

$50 per person includes clay, glaze, firing and instruction

You are new to this whole clay thing, or it’s been awhile. Guided Open Studio is for you! You will learn 3 basic handbuilding techniques, get a little studio tour of where tools/glazes are, and have an instructor to demo steps and assist with your project. Choose from our binder of projects in the studio. Guided OS is also a great option if you have some clay experience but you’re trying out a new technique or advanced project idea.

Guided Open Studio - Mug Makin’

$65 per person includes 2 hours of instruction, clay, firing

Want to make your own cozy, custom mug during open studio? Join us for this 2-hour session with guidance on slab construction and handbuilding techniques to craft your ideal mug. This project is separate from Guided Open Studio as it requires more instructor support.

In this session, we’ll teach you satisfying carving techniques and show surface design options, like underglaze transfers—think temporary tattoos, but for pottery! This process-focused session does not include glazing, as your pieces will still be drying by the end.

After your mug is bisque fired, we'll dip glaze it for you in either our new house white or a clear glaze, included in the open studio fee. Alternatively, if you'd like to glaze your mug with full access of our glaze wall, you’re welcome to return for open studio after your mug has been bisque fired at the Independent Open Studio Rate of $20/hr.

Independent Open Studio

$20 per person per HOUR. Includes 1lb of clay and glaze. Firing is additional based on the size of your piece, typically between $3-$10.

You have completed Guided Open Studio and now you are ready to rock on your own!

Open Studio is an open setting where folks can come in to play with clay, experiment with a new idea, or work on an in-progress project. This is not a formal class and does not have an instructor or demonstrations. There will be a Studio Monitor available to answer questions, but this is an INDEPENDENT work session.

NEW! Paint Your Own Pottery!

$20/hr per person studio fee + price of the piece you choose

Studio Fee covers cost of glazing and firing.

(Prices of pottery range from $9-$26)

*A minimum studio fee of $15 will be charged. Even if your kiddo glazes something in 20 mins, we have to cover costs of firing and glaze.

For those of you wanting to get creative with clay, but keep your hands a bit cleaner! Come in and snag a piece from our pre-made pottery shelf (we obviously have the cutest pieces available - peaches, cactus dishes, sun planters…etc!). Next, choose a glaze or even underglaze transfers to complete your piece. Turn around time is 2-5 days as these pieces only require 1 firing! Great for visitors or folks looking for a quick artsy activity!

Walk-In’s Welcome :)

 

STUDIO HOURS 

By appointment only. No Drop-Ins (except for Painting Pottery ONLY). E-mail us at least 24 hours in advance at hello@friendassembly.com to confirm a time and day you’d like to come in.

Monday : 12-5

Tuesday: 1230-5

Wednesday : 1230-830*

Thursday : 1230-530

Friday : 1230-5

Saturday : 1230-530 - 6-8*

Sunday : 1230-5

  • Indicate Evening Open Studio Hours

  • We are closed for lunch everyday from 1-130. We are closed from 5-530 on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Please call if you’re trying to reach us to pick up!

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