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Monday 10am - 4pm Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday 10am - 4pm Thursday 10am - 4pm Friday 10am - 4pm 6pm - 8pm Saturday 12pm - 4pm 6pm - 8pm

Clayworks

A non-profit organization dedicated to promoting ceramic arts, artists, & the communities they serve. Hours: Open by appointment. Please call for details.

During its three decades of operation, Clayworks has expanded its offerings beyond ceramics classes to include specialized workshops, studio space rental for individual ceramists, and a gallery which promotes and sells the work of both faculty and professional artists. The studio’s programmatic mission has transformed into one that has an impact on and improves the surrounding community. Clayworks

has established relationships with a number of groups and organizations that collaborate on outreach-based programs. The result of its outreach is a broader base of enthusiasm for the ceramic arts in Charlotte, and ultimately, an increase in the self-confidence, motivation, and creative skill of its participants.

06/03/2026

🧱 Throwing Tips: Wheel Throwing Foundations 🧱

Every masterpiece starts with the basics! One of the most essential steps to mastering the wheel is learning to anchor your body, connect your hands, and go slow!

Whether you are a beginner taking your first class or a seasoned student refining your technique, mastering your form is key to advancing your craft.

What throwing tip helped you the most when you were starting out? Let us know by commenting below! 👇

05/28/2026

Meet Brendan, our awesome new studio assistant! 👋✨

From managing historical archives to learning the pottery wheel, Brendan is diving headfirst into the Clayworks community. He is excited to keep learning alongside our incredible students and teachers—and we are so happy to have him on board!

05/26/2026

Do your part, get some art—before time runs out! 🛑👇

We are in the final days of our May campaign to support the community programs, students, and ceramic artists that make Clayworks so special.

As a huge thank you for helping us smash our goals before May 31st, we want to send you a piece of art to cherish forever.

Reminder of our "Do Your Part" Tiers (We ship anywhere!):
✨ Handmade Cup ($250-$499)
✨ Handcrafted Bowl ($500-$999)
✨ Artist Vessel ($1000+)

Clock’s ticking! ⏳ Head to the link in our bio to donate and claim your piece before the campaign closes this Sunday!

05/22/2026

✨ Ready for some clay fun this June? ✨

Kick off the month with us for First Friday (June 5th) or check out one of our 15+ awesome weekend workshops! No experience is necessary, just show up ready to create.

Here’s a sneak peek of what's coming up:
🏺 Wheel Workshops – Learn the basics of wheel throwing. ($60)
🔥 Crackle Raku Workshop – Glaze and fire your piece outdoors, then take it home the same day! ($72)
🌸 Slab Flower Vase – Construct a stunning modern vessel for your blooms. ($60)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Coil Pots – Bring the crew to collaborate on one giant family masterpiece! (Adults: $60 / Kids: $54)

👉 Head over to our webpage for all the details and to secure your tickets before they sell out! (Link in bio!)

05/20/2026

✨ Open seats this weekend! ✨ Join us this Saturday to weave clay coils into your own gorgeous decorative wall hanging with instructor Karla Chambers. No experience needed!

🏺 Woven Wall Sconce Handbuilding Workshop
🗓 Saturday, May 23 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
👤 Ages 18+ | 🎟 $60 (Includes glazing & firing)

Your piece will be ready for pickup in approx. 4 weeks (we'll email you instructions!).

👉 Link in bio to sign up!

05/13/2026

Ready to get your hands dirty? 🏺 Join Taylor Stone for a 6-week Beginning Wheel journey! Perfect for absolute beginners or those looking to master the basics of centering and throwing. For ages 18+.

📅 Class Details
When: Wednesdays, 10:00am – 12:30pm
Dates: May 20 – June 24, 2026
Skills: Learn to make mugs, bowls, and vases + glazing techniques.

✨ Tuition Perks
24/7 Open Studio Access
25lb bag of clay + all glazes/slips provided
Onsite parking at our state-of-the-art facility
(Note: Firing fees not included)

🔗Sign up: Check the link in our bio or on our website at www.clayworksinc.org/adult-wheel

05/12/2026

Why do we make? 🏺 Join us for an inspiring evening with potter and author Sunshine Cobb as she explores the heart of the creative journey.

Clay Conversations: Why Do We Make?
📅 Friday, May 15, 2026
📍 Clayworks

Choose your ticket:
🍷 Social Hour + Lecture ($50) | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
(Priority seating + wine & refreshments!)

🎤 Lecture Only ($10) | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Don't miss this deep dive into memory, nostalgia, and the creative process with one of contemporary pottery’s most distinctive voices.

🎟️ Tickets: Check the link in our bio or on our website at www.clayworksinc.org/speaker-series

05/09/2026

We’re raising funds this May to keep our community programs thriving, and we want to send you something special to say thanks!

Help us continue our mission of promoting ceramic arts, advancing artists and students, and enriching our Charlotte community, and snag a beautiful ceramic piece for your home. We ship anywhere!

⏳ May only! Link in bio to secure your piece and support Clayworks.

05/08/2026

Ever wonder why we keep creating, even when life gets heavy? 🏺✨

Join us on Friday, May 15, for an intimate evening with master potter and author Sunshine Cobb. In her lecture, "Why Do We Make?", Sunshine dives into the heart of the creative practice, exploring how nostalgia, memory, and resilience shape our work.

Whether you’re navigating a creative block or a life transition, this conversation is designed to remind you how creativity sustains us through it all.

📅 When: Friday, May 15 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Clayworks
🎟️ Tickets: [Link in Bio]

05/07/2026

Each month, we select a handful of pieces that serve as exceptional examples of form, glazes, textures, and creative ideas—or are simply too interesting to miss. The April showcase highlights the incredible talent in our studio and features work by artists including:

Emma Wild Cotten
Steve Barton
Allyson Schicb
Dexter Lynch

Address

4506 Monroe Road
Charlotte, NC
28205

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
	6pm - 8pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm
	6pm - 8pm

Website

http://clayworksinc.org/

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