Jackson is a vibrant and culturally-rich city with a variety of activities and events for visitors and residents alike. One of the most popular activities in the area is taking pottery classes. With a great selection of classes for all skill levels, pottery classes in Jackson offer something for everyone – whether you’re an experienced potter looking to hone your skills or a novice who’s just curious about the art of throwing clay. This article will explore the pottery classes available in Jackson and the benefits they offer to those looking to explore the art of pottery-making.
Mississippi School of Folk Arts
The School offers the Clay Center, located at 5 East Franklin St, which is a separate studio dedicated to all clay programming. Classes are offered to adults and children in both wheel throwing and hand building functional and sculptural and decorative pieces. Furthermore, the Clay Center offers monthly memberships to those who have taken classes with them or who have demonstrated proficiency in clay.
Classes
| Classes | What will you learn? | Hours | Time | Cost |
| Beginners Pottery Wheel | Learn to center, throw a cylinder, and throw a bowl | 2 hours | 6 weeks | $150 |
| Beginners’s Wheel Part 2 | Throwing larger, combining thrown pieces, finishing details, and manipluating thrown work covered in class. | 4 weeks | $100 | |
| Handbuilding Clay | Learn the basics of working in clay to make both decorative and functional pieces. | 5 weeks | $125 |
Location
5 East Franklin St, Natchez, Mississippi
Contact
- Instagram: @msfolkartnatchez
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.msfolkart.org/potterystudioclasses
Fat Cat Art Cafe
Classes
- Paint Your Own Pottery
- DIY Canvas Painting
- DIY Pottery Wheel Throwing
- DIY Clay Sculpting
Location
5352 highway 25 ste 1700, Flowood, MS 39232, US
Contact
- Instagram: @fatcatartcafe
- Tlf: (601) 992-6553
- Website: fatcatartcafe.com
Monica Rosales
Hi there! My name is Monica and I am absolutely thrilled to be writing about all things pottery. As a lover of the art myself and a pottery class enthusiast, I have found my passion in sharing the beauty and creativity of this craft with others. With my experience in pottery classes across the U.S. and a keen eye for reviewing pottery-related products, I am excited to bring you informative and exciting content about everything pottery. Let's get our hands dirty and dive into the wonderful world of pottery!