Bird house by Anika

All Levels: Yard Art
Wed. 9:30-11:30am
June 12th - August 14th
$450

Get ready to immerse yourself in a summer of creativity with our dynamic clay fusion class! Blending the best of wheel throwing and hand-building techniques, this class promises an exciting journey filled with whimsical creations perfect for the sunny season.

Craft your own wind chimes, garden ornaments featuring your favorite critters, and charming birdhouses as you explore the versatility of clay. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned potter, our expert instructors will guide you through each step, ensuring that your creations are as delightful as they are unique.

From the satisfying spin of the pottery wheel to the tactile joy of hand-building, you'll experience the best of both worlds as you bring your visions to life. Let your imagination run wild as you design and sculpt pieces that add a touch of charm and personality to any outdoor space.

Join us for a summer pottery adventure like no other and let your creativity take flight! Whether you're crafting wind chimes that dance in the breeze or sculpting adorable critters for your garden, this class guarantees a season filled with fun and handmade treasures. Sign up today and let the summer pottery magic begin!

Perquisites: None. All levels welcome - come join the fun!

There is a 15” maximum size, in any direction, when creating with clay at RCC.

You must be 15+ years of age to participate. This class is a great fit for those new to clay as well as those wanting to grow their skills with an instructor present to ask questions. 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 one bag of clay (25 pounds), all glazing materials, firings, and generous open-studio access for practice time. All levels welcome - come join the fun!

AniKA Major and her clay scale at RCC, @anikamajor

About the Instructor:
Taught by Anika Major (she/her)
Anika Major is the Studio Manager at Rain City Clay and was an assistant for a couple of years at RCS. She keeps the wheels turning at the studio through fostering studio flow, developing her own body of work, and teaching clay classes in the Seattle area. Her functional ceramics are thrown, handbuilt, and altered to imitate the human body. Anika also explores narrative themes of domestic comfort and femininity with painterly surfaces using underglaze and sgraffito. Outside of the studio, she enjoys tending her garden, roller skating, trying new recipes in the kitchen, and learning how to quilt.

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 or transfer 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 8-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.