Plate made by Jody

Plates & Lids: Continuing Clay
Instructor: Jody Wally
Mon. 7:30-9:30pm
Sept 16th-Nov 18th
$425 (does not include clay)

In this engaging pottery class you'll delve into the art of crafting plates and jars with snug, well-fitted lids. Whether you're aiming to create elegant dinnerware or unique storage solutions, you'll refine your wheel throwing skills and learn essential techniques for shaping, trimming, and glazing. Our guest instructor, Jody, has amazing throwing skills. You are bound to learn a LOT. Come explore the intricacies of ceramics and discover how to merge form with functionality. You might even turn a plate into a fabulous lid!

Eligibility: Recommended for those with one or more throwing classes. 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 $15.
This is a separate purchase from your class fee. Purchase clay HERE and we will have it in your cubby on the first day of class.

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 SPS or CAC. Or here is another option on Amazon. The class fee includes all glazing materials, firings, and generous open-studio access for practice time. All levels welcome - come join the fun!

Jody Wally

About the Instructor:
Jody Wally (he/him)

"I first encountered clay as a junior at Pomona College over thirty years ago.  For the next two years I was consumed with all aspects of the medium.  After getting my degree in Philosophy, I enrolled in the Kansas City Art Institute ceramics program to really build my clay skills and to see for myself if life as a production potter was my path.  After two more years of intensive study with great teachers, I finally decided that clay would be a life-long avocation, but not my actual profession.  Fast-forward a few decades and I'm back throwing on the wheel at RCC and loving every minute of it.  Could you say that clay reclaimed me?  I think you could."

Class refund policy:

Cancellations must be made via email to info@raincityclay.com
If you want to cancel your class, you may request a refund based on the bullet points below. Then you may rebook yourself for a class that fits better into your schedule. Last-minute cancellations in classes are difficult to fill - please double-check your schedule before committing to an event. Refunds take several business days to process from the date we receive the email request.

  • 100% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student elects to drop a class no later than ten days (10 days) before the first class meeting.

  • 80% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops a class within 7 business days before the first class meeting.

  • 50% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops a class within 3 business days before the first class meeting.

  • 0% of tuition is refunded if cancellation is made within two days of class for any reason except for documented medical emergencies. (providing a doctor's note). There are no other exceptions to this policy.

  • No refunds or credit will be given for missed classes. Students currently enrolled in 10-week classes may practice during open studio time to build skills even if a class is missed. One-day clay events and lessons do not come with open studio time.

  • We reserve the right to cancel a class or workshop up to 3 days in advance of the first class due to insufficient enrollment. If a class is canceled, you will be offered the option of another class or a full refund.