Pottery Classes in Oakland, California
Discover 3 pottery studios and ceramic workshopsin Oakland. From beginner wheel throwing to advanced glazing techniques, find the perfect pottery class for your skill level.
Merritt Ceramics Studio
1823 Park Blvd, Oakland CA 94606
🔴 Closed today
Kollektiv Clay Studio
3911 Piedmont Ave, Oakland CA 94611
Hours not available
About Pottery in Oakland
Oakland pottery studios mix industrial grit with creative energy. The Crucible teaches ceramics alongside metalworking in their massive makerspace. Temescal and Jack London Square neighborhoods house community clay studios. This East Bay city offers more affordable studio space than San Francisco. Artists have transformed old warehouses into creative centers. Waveform Ceramics on Aileen Street keeps classes small and vibes chill. Kollektiv Clay Studio focuses on sustainability and community building. Oakland's diverse culture shows up in the variety of pottery styles taught across the city.
Types of Pottery Classes Available in Oakland
Merritt Ceramics fosters artistic expression through traditional techniques. Clay Clubhouse offers team building workshops perfect for tech companies. Clayroom's new Oakland location has a 1,500-square-foot outdoor space for raku firings. The Crucible combines ceramics with other industrial arts for unique projects. Studio One Art Center runs youth programs with master artists teaching. Kollektiv offers six-week courses alongside drop-in classes. Waveform specializes in beginner-friendly wheel throwing with flexible scheduling. Monthly memberships run $150-250 while single classes start at $45.
Getting Started in Oakland
Temescal has the highest concentration of pottery studios in walkable neighborhoods. West Oakland warehouse spaces offer the most affordable memberships. Downtown near Jack London Square combines pottery with dining and entertainment. BART access makes many studios reachable without driving. The mild Bay Area weather means comfortable studio conditions all year. Oakland's maker culture welcomes beginners alongside professional artists. Many studios host monthly sales where students can sell their work. Start by searching our directory for pottery classes near you to find the perfect studio.
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