Twin Cities Maker - Ceramics Classes

Log in

Ceramics at Twin Cities Maker

Twin Cities Maker is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community of artists, engineers, and makers based in the Seward neighborhood of South Minneapolis. This page lists our upcoming ceramics classes:

Upcoming events

Switch to Calendar View

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101

Start
Sat, April 25, 2026

End
Sat, May 30, 2026

Schedule
6 sessions

Location
3119 E 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Spaces left
0

Registration is closed

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Show details
Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101

Start
Mon, April 27, 2026

End
Mon, June 01, 2026

Schedule
6 sessions

Location
3119 E 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Spaces left
4

Registration is closed

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the wheel-throwing sign-off. Members must either pass the wheel-throwing sign off or take the 101 course to wheel throw in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

This class is centered around the potter's wheel. Students will understand the basic tools and materials as well as proper studio safety and clean-up practices. Students will learn to prepare clay for throwing, center the clay on the wheel, open and pull clay walls, and create basic forms like cylinders and bowls. Finally, students will learn how to refine and trim forms, apply surface decoration and glaze, and understand the process of bisque and glaze firing.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Paola Evangelista. Artist and educator, born in Peru and based in the Twin Cities since 2019. Read more at www.paolaevangelista.com

Show details
Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building

Start
Tue, April 28, 2026

End
Tue, June 16, 2026

Schedule
8 sessions

Location
3119 E 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Spaces left
1

Registration is closed

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: *To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through this 8-week hand-building ceramics class, students will further their knowledge of clay through guided projects on pinch, coil, and slab, field trips, workshops, and self-directed research. Students will also understand surface decoration on different stages of clay, crack repair, and a variety of glaze application techniques.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Show details
Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101

Start
Wed, April 29, 2026

End
Wed, June 03, 2026

Schedule
6 sessions

Location
3119 E 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Spaces left
1

Registration is closed

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the wheel-throwing sign-off. Members must either pass the wheel-throwing sign off or take the 101 course to wheel throw in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

This class is centered around the potter's wheel. Students will understand the basic tools and materials as well as proper studio safety and clean-up practices. Students will learn to prepare clay for throwing, center the clay on the wheel, open and pull clay walls, and create basic forms like cylinders and bowls. Finally, students will learn how to refine and trim forms, apply surface decoration and glaze, and understand the process of bisque and glaze firing.

The skills acquired in this class will the the foundation on which you can keep building with more advanced classes and/or open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by Lynn Cardwell. She has over 10 years of experience with ceramics and education.

Show details
Ceramics | Hand-Building 101

Start
Wed, May 06, 2026

End
Wed, June 10, 2026

Schedule
6 sessions

Location
3119 E 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Spaces left
4

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

Through the 6-week hand-building ceramics class (101 series), students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay including knowledge and understanding of pinch, slab, coil techniques, and surface decoration. Students will also understand clay properties, how to prevent cracked work, and the proper techniques to glaze application for firing.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

This class is taught by JJ Bunch.

Show details
Ceramics Orientation

When
Thu, June 11, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location
Ceramics Studio

Spaces left
12

Ceramics orientations are on hold until further notice as we complete our expansion project. This upgrade will allow us to welcome additional members into the studio.

Please direct any questions to: ceramics@tcmaker.org

...............................................................

NOTE: *You must attend the general Twin Cities Maker Orientation ("New Member Orientation") in addition to our Ceramics Studio Orientation.*

Questions or trouble signing up for this orientation? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org

The general orientation will orient you with the makerspace as a whole, while our ceramics studio orientation will focus specifically on the processes and procedures in our shop. We recommend completing the general orientation before the ceramics orientation. You do not need to attend orientation before taking a class or workshop. However, orientation is a requirement to keep using the studio after a class or workshop ends.

Our ceramics orientation will cover:

Our Safety and Firing Waiver

Consumables (clay, glaze, firing)

Check-In and Check-Out Procedures

Reserving Tools

Classes vs. Sign-Offs (the sign-offs allow you to bypass our mandatory 101 classes through a verbal and physical demonstration of skill)

... and most importantly: a Studio Tour!!!

Come prepared to ask questions and have fun!

- Your TCM Ceramics Managers

Show details
Ceramics Maintenance Night

When
Thu, June 18, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location
Ceramics Studio

Spaces left
12

Register

NOTE: This event is open to studio members and non-studio members alike.

Questions or trouble signing up? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org

Become a steward of the ceramics studio! Help us foster an environment of collective care as we clean the studio, maintain tools, and complete studio improvements. We are all volunteers, and appreciate your time and effort to maintain the space we love.

- Your TCM Ceramics Managers

Show details

Site Map

Address: 3119 E. 26th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Have Questions?

Check out the Wiki, our FAQs, or ask the Community on Slack

Contact us or Email us

Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software

Upcoming events

Ceramics at Twin Cities Maker

Upcoming events

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics Orientation

Ceramics Maintenance Night

Have Questions?

Upcoming events

Twin cities MakerA space for all Makers

Ceramics at Twin Cities Maker

Upcoming events

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101

Ceramics | Intermediate Hand-Building

NOTE: *To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this course will support your hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics | Wheel-Throwing 101

Ceramics | Hand-Building 101

NOTE: *This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!*

Questions or trouble signing up for this class? Email ceramics@tcmaker.org.

The skills acquired in this course will serve as the hand-building foundation on which you may take more advanced classes and/or learn in open studio time.

Come ready to get messy. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty; don't worry about clay on your clothes - it washes right off! Most importantly, come ready to have fun!

Ceramics Orientation

Ceramics Maintenance Night

Have Questions?

Twin cities Maker
A space for all Makers

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!

NOTE: To sign-up for this class, you must have taken Hand-Building 101 at TCM or share work photos and experience to ceramics@tcmaker.org. Thank you!

NOTE: This class is required for ceramics studio members who do not pass or do not attempt the hand-building sign-off. Members must either pass the hand-building sign off or take the 101 course to hand-build in our studio. Thank you!