RCC Clay classes, workshops, & more!
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Clay classes require some physical strength. Consider a one-time event if you are uncertain of your ability to participate.
Winter Session Dates: Jan 3rd-March 19th
Spring Session Dates: Saturday, March 28th-June 4th, 2026
Registration begins. Feb. 18th at 2pm on Clay Q&A RCC Participants Feed
Registration is public on the Newsletter/RCC Website Feb. 20th at 2pmScholarships for session classes
FAQ’s for Classes at RCC (Learn More)
Join a class with a fabulous instructor or work at your own pace through independent study. Our weekly sessional classes are open to anyone 15 and older, from complete beginners to those looking to expand their clay skills. Each session includes generous practice hours in our studio so you can reinforce what you learn.
Projects are limited to 15” in any direction. We encourage consistent attendance—sessions move quickly, and there are no make-up classes. However, you can always use your practice time to connect with classmates and instructors to build on what you have learned.
All participants use Clay Q&A, our online communication hub for kiln schedules, asking questions, studio events, deadlines, resources, and community Q&A.
Typical 11 Week Session Outline: (this shifts up for a 10-week session)
Week 1 – Meet your group, tour the studio, first demo, begin working with clay
Weeks 2–3 – Ongoing demos, project work, first bisque firing
Week 4 – Glazing demo
Week 5 – Glazing in class, continue projects, first glaze firing
Weeks 6–7 – Build skills and create projects
Week 8-9 – Last week for wet clay, final bisque
Week 10 – Last week for glazing, final glaze firing
Week 11 – Wrap-up: potluck, review finished work, photos, sanding bottoms
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Wheel & Hand Blend: All Levels
Wheel & Hand Blend: All Levels
Instructor: Anika Major
Dates: April 2nd-June 4th
Time: Thursdays, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Fees: $485 (does not include tools, clay, or sales tax)
Ready to brush up on your clay skills and explore new surfaces? In this class for folks at any level, Anika will guide you through wheel throwing and handbuilding an abundance of bowls! All the while introducing a variety of surface techniques—including slips, underglazes, and washes—that bring depth and vibrancy to different bowl and basket forms.
Anika’s approach blends precise wheel techniques with expressive handbuilding, giving you the tools to create both refined and playful work. Expand your skills by combining forms, altering thrown pieces, and building intentionally from the ground up.
All Levels Welcome! You must be 15+ years of age to participate. This class is a great fit for those wanting to grow their skills with an instructor present to ask questions. There is a 15” maximum size, in any direction, when creating with clay at RCC.
Materials: Clay is $40 for new clay or at times we have recycled clay for sale for $20. This is a separate purchase from your class fee. Purchase clay ahead of time HERE.
Bring an apron, comfy clothes, a quart-sized container (like a yogurt container), and a beginner's set of tools to the first class.
Tool kits are available for purchase online or at Seattle Pottery Supply or Clay Art Center. Or here is another option on Amazon. The class fee includes all glazing materials, firings, and generous open-studio access for practice time.
About Anika Major (she/her):
Anika Major is the studio manager at Rain City Clay. She is a Texas-born ceramic artist, and graduated from the University of North Texas, receiving her BFA in ceramics and painting. She moved to Seattle in 2018, and has been teaching a variety of clay classes and managing operations at Rain City Clay. Anika maintains a full-time studio practice in Georgetown, where she creates functional pottery that blends her passions for clay and figure painting. She has been experimenting with soda firing at Rat City Studios within the last few years, and enjoys gardening and quilting in her downtime!
Prepare for Class
Full information on how to prepare for classes is available on our Clay Q&A Platform (Links below).
Tools: These are included in Youth Classes
Clay: These are included in Youth Classes
Studio Access: Youth do not receive practice time outside of class at Rain City Clay
FAQ’s about classes: https://raincityclay.com/education-faq
RCC Communication Platform
Our studio communication platform, The Clay Q&A “Space”, is hosted on the Mighty Networks App.
Participation is required to take classes at RCC or have a membership at RCS.
Clay Q&A is essential to participants. It is where participants may:
Buy Clay
Schedule practice time
Learn about kiln deadlines/ kiln unloadings
Hear studio news & events
Learn more/ download the More about the Mighty Networks App, or text the Mighty Network App to your Phone.
This app can be used on a desktop or mobile device. This app is essential for purchasing clay during the session, scheduling practice hours, and keeping up to date with studio deadlines for kilns and finishing your art projects at RCC.
Studio Policies and Information
Registration Policies: Information on being prepared for class, refunds, and more.
Hold Harmless Agreement: View what you agree to when registering for a class.
Code of Conduct: Expectations of studio conduct for students, staff, and instructors, as well as ways to give feedback anonymously.