A Brilliant Artist is About to be Born

Young artists use professional tools to create unique works at their own pace. With individualized instruction, they explore, experiment, and build technique—developing both skill and their unique creative voice.

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Sign up for Classes!
  • Monthly Membership allows youth members access to the Pottery Classes and Studio Study Classes. Depending on your Membership package youth artist members have access to 4-8 classes per month.

  • We offer pottery classes for adults that meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 - 7:30, all skill levels welcome. We have professional grade pottery tools, materials, machinery, and professional mentorship and guidance. You can sign up on the classes page by navigating to Mondays or Wednesdays and selecting the adult class, or by downloading the app on the membership page. IMPORTANT TO NOTE: This is not a one and done experience, expect to take multiple classes to master the craft and finish works of art. We highly recommend investing in a membership and saving money in the long run. Ages 18+

  • Let us host your party! We teach painting, pottery, and felting workshops. Pick a theme and we’ll come up with a project that is totally personalized for you! In-studio parties have a maximum of 10 participants, but if you have a larger party we are also happy to travel to you for a small travel fee.

  • Let’s collaborate! We love hosting art workshops for daycares and camps during the summer months. Maximum class size in-studio is 10 participants, but if you have a larger group, we are also happy to do cycles of different age groups or activities. Additionally we are happy to travel to you if you have a facility for larger groups for a small travel fee.

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“Never Underestimate a Child’s Sophistication.”

Adriana Foxley Founder

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Every child gets a complimentary first lesson.

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