Hayley throwing a bowl

Shift Your Shapes: Continuing Wheel
Instructor: Hayley Reed
Mon. 5:00-7:00pm
Sept 16th-Nov 18th
$425 (does not include clay)

Get ready to “Shift Your Shapes” with our exciting wheel-throwing pottery class where we'll focus on altering thrown forms! Over the 10 weeks of this course, you'll brush up on your wheel-throwing skills and then foray into different altering techniques. Shape your pieces out of round, experiment with darting, and add pizzaz to cups, plates, and bowls!

Under the guidance of our awesome instructor Hayley, you'll re-touch on the techniques of centering, pulling, and shaping clay to bring your visions to life. You'll also learn how to spruce up your surfaces using a variety of decorating techniques to add a personalized touch to your pots.

Build on your wheel-throwing skills! Join us for an unforgettable journey on the pottery wheel as we craft functional and beautiful pieces that will elevate your festive gatherings!

Eligibility: Recommended for those who have taken 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!

Hayley Reed, @hayesclays

About the Instructor:
Taught by Hayley Reed (they/them)
Hayley is a Seattle-based potter making functional wares combining thrown and handbuilt components to create various forms.

In addition to their instructor role at RCC, Hayley is the marketing manager for both Rain City Clay and Rat City Studios. Hayley was raised in Houston, Texas, and received a BFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2018.
In their spare time, Hayley likes going to the gym, playing video games, and cuddling with their dogs. 

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.