Pottery Classes in Seattle, Washington
Discover 16 pottery studios and ceramic workshopsin Seattle. From beginner wheel throwing to advanced glazing techniques, find the perfect pottery class for your skill level.
Of the Earth Collective
4800 Airport Wy S #1, Seattle WA 98108
Hours not available
Throw and Build Pottery Studio
2510 N 45th St, Seattle WA 98103
🟢 Today: 1–9 PM
Throw and Build Pottery Studio
2510 North 45th Street, Seattle WA 98103
🟢 Today: 1–9 PM
Pottery Northwest
Lower Level, 220 3rd Ave S, Seattle WA 98104
🟢 Today: 10 AM–6 PM
About Pottery in Seattle
Seattle's pottery scene is booming right now. Since 2020, new studios have opened all over the city, and most classes fill up fast - some in just 48 hours! Tech workers love pottery as a way to relax and make something with their hands. The city has famous ceramic artists at Pike Place Market, where you can see potters like Orna and Chris from CMS Ceramics selling their work. The University of Washington also has a great ceramics program that brings new ideas to the local pottery world.
Popular Neighborhoods for Pottery Classes
Capitol Hill has Seatown Pottery on E Aloha Street with 24/7 studio access - perfect for night owls. Fremont is home to The Clay Corner, which keeps classes small (just 5 students) and is open from 8am to 11pm every day. Ballard has Ballard Clay, a new community studio that opened in September. Georgetown hosts the Seattle Artist League, which reopened in 2022 with pottery wheels and hand-building classes. Wallingford has Saltstone Ceramics, run by queer, trans, BIPOC and women artists who make everyone feel welcome.
Types of Classes Available
Seattle studios know you're busy. Many offer drop-in classes where you can try the wheel for one night. Classes run mornings, evenings, and weekends. Prices range from $30 for a single class to $300-400 for month-long courses. Some studios like Seatown let you work any time - even at 2am! Gather Pottery in Interbay has 20 wheels and lots of space. Most places offer both wheel throwing and hand-building. Kids can join family classes on weekends.
What You'll Learn and Make
Start with the basics - how to center clay on the wheel and make a simple bowl. Seattle teachers often draw ideas from nature, like making pieces inspired by Mount Rainier or Puget Sound. You'll learn to make coffee mugs (perfect for Seattle's coffee culture!) and plates for dinner parties. Advanced students can try the Pacific Northwest style - mixing Japanese and Scandinavian designs that Seattle artists love. Many studios teach you to use local materials and eco-friendly glazes.
Getting Started in Seattle
Pick a studio near you - with Seattle traffic, staying local helps. Most studios are near bus lines or light rail stops. The Clay Corner in Fremont has a waitlist of over 100 people, so sign up early! Visit studios first to find your favorite. Pottery Northwest offers tours to see their space. Wear clothes you don't mind getting muddy. Bring patience - learning pottery takes time, but Seattle's friendly pottery community will help you along the way.
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