CLASSES

ADULT CLASSES

Tuesday 10:30am -1pm (Judi) & 5:30pm-8pm (Ben)

Wednesday 5:30pm-8pm (Ben)

Thursdays 10am-12:30pm (Judi) & 5:30pm-8pm (Inyo)

Saturdays 10am-12:30pm (Zoya)

Six week sessions are $350, this includes free open studio time on the weekends and during the week. We are closed Mondays.

Classes include hand building and/or wheel throwing and are mixed intermediate and beginner levels. Students are enouraged to be inspired by others in the class. Classes are small and a lot of individual attention is given. Projects and assignments by teachers are suggested but there is no obligation to follow. You are welcome to bring your own inspiration. Sketchbooks and note taking is strongly encouraged. All Students are required to read and understand the studio guidelines.

If you can not attend your scheduled class, you are welcome to join another within the six week session.

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KIDS CLASSES

Kids classes meet Saturdays and Wednesdays.
All firing fees are included.

  • Kids can experiment and get tips on wheel throwing and get a full lesson on handbuilding, using coil, slab or pinch methods.

  • Drop in at $55/child. Please call first the Friday before if you can. Classes are now the first three Saturdays of the month. The schedule will change back to first three Saturdays in January 2025.

  • 1/2 class is an option at $35/child. 1hr.

  • Once kids have gotten a feel for the studio and some experience, they can attend a scheduled Guided Open Studio with me during the week at $20/hr. Please call or email to schedule.

  • After school classes are the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month until the end of 2024. The schedule will change back to every Wednesday in 2025. 3:45-5:10 $40/class.

  • You can register online, or email us.

PRIVATE LESSONS

  • Wheel: A 1.5 hr lesson for $100 for one person, $150 for two and $180 for three ($60ea additional person, see below). Firing fees are included. A follow up glazing lesson is optional for $15ea (10 or so days after initial lesson) otherwise glaze is included. You choose the glaze and we glaze it for you!

  • Handbuilding: A 1.5 hr lesson with handbuilding is $90 for one person, $130 for two people. Giring fees are included or come back to glaze at $15ea.

  • Finished pieces can be mailed to you for an additional fee.

  • Pieces will be ready 4-6 weeks from lesson date.

  • Parties of 4 or more can get a “party rate” at $60/person which includes a 2hr lesson, one piece on the wheel, firing and glazing (you choose your color). Extra pieces are calculated with a .06 cents per cubic inch firing fee and glazing fee of $3 per color/piece. Shipping is also extra.

  • Call or email to reserve!

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SUMMER CLAY CAMP 2025

Join us for summer clay camp at HVP where kids explore pinch, coil, slab and wheel throwing with a variety of imaginative and functional projects. Creative exploration is always encouraged and welcome! Risk taking, wheel, handbuilding and tool usage is explored in more depth.
With a student teacher ratio of 3:1, our small group sizes ensure lots of personal attention for your child to get the most out of their experience. For more details please call Judi at 845-876-3190

  • Suitable for Ages 7-12

  • August 11-15

  • 9:30am-12:30pm Tuesday - Friday

  • $400 per week with a $50 non-refundable deposit

  • Camp will be a combination of outside & inside (AC is provided)

  • Pay via Venmo: @judi-esmondmartin