Clay handbuilding is an ancient pottery making technique, but there is no shortage of exciting work being created today by the hands of ceramic artists. The basic techniques are easy to learn and the range of forms that are produced is very broad.
In this class we experiment with approaches to construction and decoration that help you expand your craft and your art. A basic understanding of clay and handbuilding techniques is preferred for this class.
*A $25 material fee will be added to each class at the time of checkout*
2026 Dates
- February 25 – April 1
- April 15 – May 20
- September 9 – October 14
- October 28 – December 2
Instructor: Theresa Zahn
If you are new to FCAC, please see the campus map at the bottom of the page for studio location
Classroom Location:
When you arrive for class please use the De Soto Street entrance to enter the FCAC parking lot. You may park anywhere in the lot that is available, please do not block cars from exiting. There are several parking spaces along Guillemard St. if you need closer parking than available in the parking lot.
The hand building and sculpture studio (building #3), is located in the Northeast corner of campus, to your far right when entering the parking lot. The classroom has a wonderful mural with hands on it. See the campus map below.
Ceramics Open Studio
Students who purchase Open Studio access are able to participate in Open Studio for the duration of the class. Open Studio access may be added to your class registration at the time of checkout.
Open Studio Times: Tuesdays 8am – 12pm, Wednesdays 5pm – 9pm, Sundays 12pm – 4pm
Notice of Kiln Firing Limitations for Ceramics Classes:
FCAC ceramics classes do not include firing outside work as part of a class.
We understand that the amount of work produced in a class can range from student to student. FCAC staff will determine higher volume production rates on a case-by-case basis.
If you are producing higher than normal volumes of work and/or specifically for the purpose of commerce, we ask that you refer to our kiln firing options:
https://www.firstcityart.org/product/weekly-firing-packages/
Although we do our best to fire work in a timely manner, FCAC cannot meet specific deadlines for firing.
