Private Pottery Workshop: Hand-Building & Wheel Throwing in Oakland

Discover the art of ceramics through this immersive three-session pottery workshop, designed for teams who want to go deeper into the creative process. Hosted in Oakland and led by experienced ceramic instructor Judy Fleming, this hands-on series guides participants through the full ceramic lifecycle—from forming clay to finishing glazed artwork.

The workshop unfolds across three structured sessions, each lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes, allowing time for learning, practice, and refinement:

• Session 1 – Forming & Creating
  Participants are introduced to both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques through live demonstrations. Teams then create their own ceramic pieces with personalized guidance.

• Session 2 – Trimming & Refinement
  Once pieces have dried, participants return to trim, refine, and strengthen their work, learning how form and balance impact the final result.

• Session 3 – Glazing & Finishing
  The final session focuses on glaze application and finishing techniques, bringing each piece to life before professional firing.

Throughout the series, participants develop practical skills such as clay preparation, shaping, trimming, and glazing, while strengthening patience, focus, and attention to detail. The collaborative environment encourages teams to support one another, share techniques, and build confidence together.

This workshop is ideal for corporate teams seeking a meaningful, multi-session bonding experience that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and shared accomplishment. Hosted in a spacious, warehouse-style studio with professional equipment, the wheelchair-accessible space comfortably accommodates groups of up to 10, making it well-suited for department outings or company retreats.

Finished ceramic pieces serve as lasting mementos of the team’s shared creative journey.

What Your Team Will Experience

• Learn hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques from an expert instructor

• Create and finish multiple ceramic pieces across three guided sessions

• Develop patience, craftsmanship, and creative confidence

• Strengthen team connections through collaborative learning

• Enjoy a professional, inspiring studio environment in Oakland

Workshop Details

• Format: 3 sessions

• Session Length: 1 hour 45 minutes each

• Location: Oakland, CA

• Group Size: Up to 10 participants

• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible