Ojai has a 100-year history of ceramics. Our studio, located a mile from the city center, is surrounded by nature, in the midst of a fruit orchard.
We are a working studio for many of the great artists in the Ojai Valley. Visitors may watch potters work, and may "try their hand" at a range of techniques. After making their pottery, they may may pay a small fee for our staff to trim, glaze and high-fire the work. This "finishing" work takes about 3 weeks. Visitors may also come back to glaze their OWN work. There is no charge for this. AND we will even ship your pieces anywhere in the country...
Posted By : Patricia_E
I shared a weekend away with my three daughters and this was one of the surprises I’d planned. The girls were excited when we showed up for the class. We had a great time, learned a lot, and can’t wait to pick up our finished pieces. We also gained a new appreciation for pottery and the artists who create it. Thanks for some great memories!
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Posted On : 2024-05-05 21:36:38 
Posted By : candylS1865DP
The entire experience was incredible! My husband and I enjoyed the tour first, then the demonstration that Esteban gave was both helpful and engaging! We highly recommend this place!
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Posted On : 2024-03-25 15:18:12 
Posted By : Shani F
There were only two of us in the class so it was much more hands on and detailed than it would be in a full class. The instructor was patient and professional.
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Posted On : 2024-03-25 12:59:01
Posted By : L6092IHgracef
I had an amazing first time pottery experience and was so happy I got to make some pieces myself! The instructors helped us center the clay, shape the pieces, and remove it from the wheel with as much or as little help as we wanted. The pieces were ready to be glazed a few weeks after the first visit, and ready to be picked up a few days after that. There was a $15 fee for each finished piece. We went back in person to glaze ourselves but they can also glaze it for you if you are not local. It was so fun and I definitely want to do more pottery throwing now :)
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Posted On : 2024-02-06 00:11:51
Posted By : Departure38942751065
Outstanding teacher (Aaron) and really fun experience. Highly recommend even for very beginners. Studio tour was fun, especially learning about the whole process. Plenty of opportunity to make multiple pieces.
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Posted On : 2023-10-03 12:08:16
Posted By : audreyfX835QM
Great class for all levels - especially for beginners. The instructors were friendly, knowledgeable and always willing to help when needed. Fun to do alone or with a group. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2023-08-02 12:52:47
Posted By : sarahkS6995KO
Loved our experience with rosemary! First time doing pottery but they went through the steps and helped correct our mistakes. We made so made pieces that we are going to glaze and the variety of glazed was amazing
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Posted On : 2023-04-23 12:17:53
Posted By : D2717WOmaryf
The studio explained everything well.
Many instructors to assist you with learning and creating your artwork.
Upbeat, creative and fun!
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Posted On : 2023-04-16 12:17:02
Posted By : susangZ6306MZ
The ceramics class was great fun and we learned a lot in a couple of hours. The instructors, Taylor and Esteban were really kind and helpful. It certainly stirred our interest in continuing in Ceramics.
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Posted On : 2023-02-18 01:04:26
Posted By : Jubilation10
I had a fantastic experience despite the fact that my clay flew off the wheel once and I made a complete mess a few times, I had a great instructor though! She made it a fun learning experience. I had several pieces and they turned out beautifully. This was my first play with clay experience and o appreciated the small class size. I definitely recommend a visit to play with clay or to buy attractive finished pieces which are available in an affordable price ranges.
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Posted On : 2022-12-30 05:23:35
