Proof of vaccination will be required for our classes. As per the PHO, you must have at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by the start of classes. By October 24, you must be fully vaccinated.

Beginner Class: Beginners will learn the ancient art of wheel throwing on the Potter's Wheel. Basic skills are established, includi ng wedging, centering, throwing, trimming, and glazing. Focus is centered on beautiful and thoughtful making. How can you efficiently and effortlessly throw pottery? You will learn in this class, with only 7 other peers to ensure one on one instruction and expedite the learning curve.

Beginner Plus Class: You've taken at least one 6 week session, and you know a bit of the basics. Usually student will take 2-6 beginner/beginner plus classes before moving onto an intermediate class.

Intermediate Class: Previous experience required. Must be able to wedge, center and throw a cylinder confidently. Take your practise to the next level. Focus is centered on beautiful and thoughtful making. How can you efficiently and effortlessly throw pottery? You will learn in this class, with only 7 other peers to ensure one on one instruction and expediate the learning curve. We move quickly through a lot of content so you must be able to pull up and throw a cylinder confidently.

You will be provided with one bag of clay for the course, additional bags can be purchased. Some tools will be available at the studio on a first come first serve basis, but it's MANDATORY that students purchase a tool kit from us or bring their own. We are keeping up to date with COVID-19 protocol as mandated by the city. Masks are required on premises at all times.

Once you take a class, you become a studio member and are able to attend into Drop In Studios.  

Please note classes are non-refundable. We will try our best to re-sell your spot int he class if you contact us prior to class starting. If we're able to fill the spot, we will refund you, minus a $25 administration fee.

Please ensure you can make all 6 sessions in the course. We do not guarantee that you'll be able to make up any missed classes.

All classes and workshops are 18+

Proof of vaccination will be required for our classes. As per the PHO, you must have at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to attend a workshop. By October 24, you must be fully vaccinated.

Wheel Throwing: When you arrive at the studio everything will be set up for you. The instructor will do a couple of demos to start things off. Focus for the workshop will be on the studio experience, and trying your hand at clay! Each student gets to try six times, and keep up to two items which will be trimmed, glazed and fired for you. Your masterpieces will be ready for pickup 2-3 weeks after the workshop.

Hand Building: You will learn hand building techniques and create special pieces of art with clay. It's up to you if you want to make functional pieces or decorative sculptures.

The workshops are great for those who have a challenging schedule but want to try ceramics, or those with prior experience who want to work on a specific skill. The Workshop is one evening, 3 hours in length, $90 per person. Clean up is 30 minutes prior to end time.

If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to ask! While you are able to keep up to two items, due to the nature of the process there is no guarantee that work will make it through the firings. It's in the hands of the kiln gods. Please be aware we may have dogs on premises, and use diffusers with essential oils. If you have any allergies please notify me prior to class. PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH ANY WORK OTHER THAN YOURS. All shelves, including your work waiting to be fired is off limits. For the duration of your class please remain in designated areas. In the event that your instructor is sick, your class may be rescheduled or another qualified instructor may step in. g ceramic & co. reserves the right to refuse service to person(s) who do not comply with studio guidelines. Any person(s) who do not treat other person(s) with kindness and respect will be asked to leave the premises. Discrimination, hate speech, disrespectful behaviour is not permitted, no exceptions. You will not be reimbursed for any classes in the event that you are asked to leave the studio. Your participation in this private event & affiliated activities is at your sole and exclusive risk. g ceramic & co. may refuse admittance, may charge the admission fee, or ask you to leave at any time for any reason.

COVID-19 Protocol

Masks are mandatory at all times. If you have forgotten one the studio will have disposables. Check in with the Instructor immediately upon arrival and wash your hands immediately after check in.  If you can, please avoid bringing anything unnecessary into the studio. Please maintain 2 metres or 6 feet distance from everyone else in the studio at all times. If you fail the physical distance you may be asked to leave the premises. There are 6 feet markers throughout the studio for your reference. There are markers for where participants should stand when a demonstration is taking place, and are labeled as “DEMO DOTS.” Only one person is allowed in the blue square by the sink at a time. There is medical grade disinfectant available in the clear bottles with the grey nozzle, and our logo on them. This is safe to be used on your skin (on anything you may be touching.) It is recommended that all Studio tools & equipment are sanitized prior to use. The doors and windows may be kept open through the class to improve air circulation as necessary. Entering the studio with ANY type of illness is unacceptable and you will be asked to leave.

By attending classes and open studios you agree and understand that in connection with your participation in any event or activity, you may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which may or not be inherent to those activities and events. The risks include, but are not limited to the dangers of personal injury, property damage, property loss, and death. g ceramic & co. has not tried to contradict or minimize your understanding of these risks. By entering into the studio, you agree and understand that injuries and damages can occur by natural causes, or by the acts of other persons or third parties, either as an act of negligence or because of other reasons. You are personally responsible for all costs and/or risks associated with any public or private event or activity. Notwithstanding anything herein, to the fullest extent allowed by law, you agree to waive, discharge claims, release from all liability and indemnify and hold harmless g ceramic & co., its organizers, hosts, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers. agents, volunteers, and other partners and employees, from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from injuries and damages in any way connected to events and activities. You agree and understand that this waiver and release will be binding upon your heirs, executors, agents, administrators, and assigns, and will include any minors accompanying users at the events. Your participation in this private event & affiliated activities is at your sole and exclusive risk. g ceramic & co. may refuse admittance, may charge the admission fee, or ask you to leave at any time for any reason.

Tickets are non-refundable, if you are unable to attend please email ASAP to see if it is possible to have your tickets transferred. Please note that g ceramic & co. is under no obligation to refund part, or all of class price if you can not, or do not attend. Transfers are under sole discretion of g ceramic & co.  

Beyond function, ceramic vessels can serve as design objects, three dimensional canvases that convey messages and artwork. In this workshop we will learn some of the myriad ways humans have decorated pottery from ancient times to today. Covering underglazing, sgraffito, and slip decoration, this workshop will help you design and decorate your work in unique ways.

Students will require greenware (ideally leather hard) from their class work or drop-in practice  for this workshop. Certain decoration techniques could also be done on bisque ware.

Skill level: Any

Classes and workshops are non-refundable.

Proof of vaccination will be required for our classes/workshops. As per the PHO, you must have at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine to attend a workshop. By October 24, you must be fully vaccinated.

Proof of vaccination will be required for our classes. As per the PHO, you must have at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by the start of classes. By October 24, you must be fully vaccinated.

Beginner Class: Beginners will learn the ancient art of wheel throwing on the Potter's Wheel. Basic skills are established, includi ng wedging, centering, throwing, trimming, and glazing. Focus is centered on beautiful and thoughtful making. How can you efficiently and effortlessly throw pottery? You will learn in this class, with only 7 other peers to ensure one on one instruction and expedite the learning curve.

Beginner Plus Class: You've taken 1-5 beginner 6 week courses, and you know a bit of the basics, including how to wedge and confidently center the clay.

Usually student will take 2-6 beginner/beginner plus classes before moving onto an intermediate class.

Intermediate Class: Previous experience required. Must be able to wedge, center and throw a cylinder confidently and consistently. Take your practice to the next level. Focus is centered on beautiful and thoughtful making. How can you efficiently and effortlessly throw pottery? You will learn in this class, with only 7 other peers to ensure one on one instruction and expediate the learning curve. We move quickly through a lot of content so you must be able to pull up confidently. 

You will be provided with one bag of clay for the course, additional bags can be purchased. Some tools will be available at the studio on a first come first serve basis, but it's MANDATORY that students purchase a tool kit from us or bring their own. We are keeping up to date with COVID-19 protocol as mandated by the city. Masks are required on premises at all times.

Once you take a class, you become a studio member and are able to attend into Drop In Studios.  

Please note classes are non-refundable.

Please ensure you can make all 6 sessions in the course.

All classes and workshops are 18+