2025 Fall pottery classes cancelled.

I have recently received some very large commissions—exciting but daunting in their scope. For that reason, I have made the difficult decision to cancel my fall classes so I can devote my time and energy to these commissions. I hope to return to teaching in the winter.

For past students, I am still offering open studio September to June. Let me know if you wish to book a spot.

In my home studio in beautiful downtown Huntsville

Wheel Throwing (Beginner / Intermediate)

Learn the basics of throwing on the wheel: mugs, bowls and small vases. Students with more experience will be encouraged to try out new, larger forms and explore different decorating techniques. Low ratio: only 3 students per session.

Six-week sessions.

Thursdays, 1:00-4:00 pm or 6:30-9:30 pm

Cost: $360+HST per person — includes first bag of clay, glazes and firings
Beginner tool kit: $35+HST 

Minimum age 12. Youth aged 12–18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Read the NEED TO KNOW page before registering.

Past students also have access to Open Studio: Work along side me as I do my own work. These are not classes and I will not be teaching, but I am happy to offer suggestions or ideas as we work. Maximum two wheel spots and one non-wheel spot (e.g. glazing) per 3-hour block. Open Studio is for past students only who have participated in a 6-week class. Open Studio is offered Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. to 9:30p.m. Open Studio is closed July and August.

$40 (including HST) per 3-hour block. More details will be provided to students during class.

Beginner/Intermediate Wheel Throwing Course Outline

Week 1: Studio orientation; introduction to clay; throwing a cylinder
Week 2: Trimming; throwing a cylinder refresher; time to throw and/or trim
Week 3: Throw a bowl; time to throw and/or trim; optional trimming refresher.
Week 4: Last wet week (Last week to throw new work)
Week 5: Final trimming and prep before glazing; if time permits, students will be able to use their leftover clay to make a limited number of soft slab trays and dishes.
Week 6: Glazing your work. (Underglazes are available for more advanced students) Finished work will be ready for pick up 1-2 weeks later.

If the class you want is sold out, email pottery@craigfairley.com to be added to the waiting list.

Hand building workshops (Beginner)

Two-week workshops based on a theme project. No experience necessary. I guide you through the steps, but you can add your own personal flare!

Class 1: Build your project with clay
Class 2: Decorate and glaze your work (Pick up later)

Maximum 4 students per session.

Price includes clay, glazes, firings, and the use of my tools

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