All Levels Welcome! You will get the most our of this class if you have taken one or more throwing classes before. 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 Ryan Mcdonald (he/him):
I create functional pottery with the intent to transform everyday moments into experiences of delight and connection. Each piece bears the mark of my hands and carries the essence of the earth, a testament to the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest from which much of my work is inspired. Through deliberate carving and intuitive design, I seek to encapsulate the region’s vibrant beauty, inviting users to engage mindfully with their surroundings.

In a world marked by chaos and uncertainty, my pottery serves as a conduit for moments of respite and celebration. Whether it’s a morning cup of coffee shared with a loved one or a quiet moment of reflection at day’s end, my creations are vessels for sharing, gratitude, and joy. I aim to craft not just objects, but experiences—tangible reminders of the beauty that surrounds us and the boundless potential for wonder in the ordinary.

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

• Join Clay Q&A Here.

• 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.