Welcome to
Dubuque Pottery Studio!
ALL CLASSES ARE MADE FOR BEGINNERS! :)
→ Show up for your 90 minute wheel throwing class, 6 students max
→ Choose your glaze color! (Blue, Pink, or White)
→ Come back in 2-3 weeks to pick up your food safe pieces!
In this fun, beginner-friendly session, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, including how to center clay and shape a simple form. With guidance every step of the way, you'll create your own pieces based on the class you choose that we’ll glaze and fire for you to pick up in 3-4 weeks.
CLASS OPTIONS:
Variety Class: Spoon rest, Ring Dish, & Cup/Bowl
Planter & Saucer
Ages 10+
No experience needed
All materials included
Finished pieces are food safe, dishwasher safe & microwave safe
2-3 week turn around time
Option to pay $25 to paint your own pieces
Option to ship pieces to you once finished
Take a One Time Class
ALL CLASSES ARE MADE FOR BEGINNERS! :)
→ Show up for your 60 minute hand building class, 12 students max
→ Choose your glaze color! (Blue, Pink, or White)
→ Come back in 2-3 weeks to pick up your food safe pieces!
In this fun, beginner-friendly session, you’ll learn the basics of handbuilding techniques like pinch, coil, and slab building. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll create your own unique piece. Choose one of the following classes - mug, travel tumbler, charcuterie board or plate.
CLASS OPTIONS:
Variety Class: Mugs, Plates, Trinket Dishes
Travel Tumblers
Charcuterie Boards
Ages 10+
No experience needed
All materials included
Finished pieces are food safe, dishwasher safe & microwave safe
2-3 week turn around time
Option to pay $25 to paint your own pieces
Option to ship pieces to you once finished
ALL CLASSES ARE MADE FOR BEGINNERS! :)
→ Show up for your 45 minute private date night wheel throwing class (2 people)
→ Choose your glaze color! (Blue, Pink, or White)
→ Come back in ~3 weeks to pick up your finished, food safe pieces!
In this fun, private session, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, including how to center clay and shape a simple form. With guidance every step of the way, you and your partner will create your own pieces that we’ll glaze and fire for you to pick up in about 3 weeks.
CLASS OPTIONS:
Mugs
Bowls
Plates
Planter & Saucer
Ages 10+
No experience needed
All materials included
Each person keeps 2 pieces
Finished pieces are food safe, dishwasher safe & microwave safe
3 week turn around time
Option to keep additional pieces for an extra fee
Option to pay $25 to paint your own pieces
Option to ship pieces to you once finished
Take a Course
6-Week Beginner Pottery Wheel Course
Ready to learn pottery from the ground up? This 6-week beginner-friendly course is your gateway into the world of wheel throwing. You'll learn the full process of creating functional pottery—from raw clay to finished, glazed pieces—while building skills, confidence, and a collection of your very own handmade work. All materials and tools are included—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
What You’ll Learn Week by Week:
Week 1: Intro to the Wheel + Centering Clay
Get comfortable on the wheel, learn how to prepare your clay, and master the essential technique of centering.
Week 2: Throwing Cylinders (Cups & Mugs)
Learn to shape your first forms by throwing cylinders—perfect for creating cups and the base for future mugs.
Week 3: Trimming + Handles
Refine your pieces by trimming them to create clean, finished bases, and learn how to pull and attach handles to your mugs.
Week 4: Bowls
Take your skills up a notch by throwing open forms like bowls, learning how to control shape and thickness.
Week 5: Plates
Discover the techniques for making plates and flat forms, with a focus on widening clay and keeping even thickness.
Week 6: Glazing
Learn how to glaze your pieces with beautiful finishes. We’ll walk through glazing techniques and best practices so your work is kiln-ready.
You’ll leave with a strong foundation in pottery and several finished pieces to be proud of! No experience needed—this course is designed for true beginners.
Wednesdays | 6–8pm | Ages 18+
Always wanted to try pottery but didn’t know where to start? This 4-week Intro to Pottery Course is designed to give you a complete foundation in both handbuilding and wheel throwing — even if you’ve never touched clay before.
You’ll learn the core skills step-by-step while creating functional pieces you’ll actually use and be proud of. Each week builds on the last, guiding you through the full pottery process from forming to finishing.
What You’ll Learn & Make:
Week 1: Intro to Handbuilding
Learn the fundamentals of working with clay by hand while creating your own mugs and travel tumblers.
Week 2: Intro to Wheel Throwing & Handbuilt Plates
Spend 1 hour on the wheel learning how to throw a cylinder — the foundation of all wheel-thrown pottery.
Then spend 1 hour handbuilding plates to expand your skills.
Week 3: Trimming & Attaching
Spend a hour returning to the wheel to trim and refine your pieces, learning how to create clean, professional finishes.
You’ll also spend a hour handbuilding additional pieces and attachments.
Week 4: Glazing
Bring your work to life by glazing your pieces. You’ll choose from a selection of beautiful studio glazes, and your pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup in a few weeks.
What’s Included:
• All clay, glazes, tools, and firings
• Step-by-step instruction in a fun group setting
• Keep up to 4 pieces to glaze and keep
• No experience required
This course is perfect if you’ve been curious about pottery, want to try the wheel for the first time, or are looking for a creative outlet in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.
Come get your hands dirty — you might discover your new favorite hobby.
Paint Pottery
Drop in during our open studio hours and paint some pottery!
Saturdays: 9am-3pm
Sundays: 9am-3pm
Wednesdays: 1pm-4pm
All items are then fired in the kiln, and will be ready in 2 weeks fully food-safe, microwave safe & dishwasher safe!
Reserve your spot in advance OR walk in!
Buy bisque ware to paint yourself in the studio. All items are food safe! Available in-studio only every Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm.
Class Schedule
MONDAY
6pm - 6 Wk Beginners Course
THURSDAY
6pm - Members Class
FRIDAY
Contact Us
For custom orders, events and all inquiries, please email kyla@dubuquepotterystudio.com or send us a message!