Looking for more time to explore your own ideas in clay? This 6-week Open Studio style class is designed for students who are ready to work independently on personal projects while still enjoying a supportive studio environment. Unlike a traditional class, this series is self-directed: you’ll choose your own projects, set your own pace, and make use of the studio’s tools, wheels, and communal space. An instructor will be present to oversee the studio, answer questions, and provide light guidance, but this is not a structured, step-by-step class.

Classes are kept small (9 students max) so each student receives personal attention. Each session is 2 hours long. There are no make-ups — this is a short intensive, so attending all classes is essential. If an unforeseen circumstance arises, a make-up session may be arranged for an additional $75 fee.

Class Details:

• Our Open Studio Class runs for 6 weeks. 
• Class is Saturday's from 1-3
• Class Dates:  February 28th, March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, & April 14th
• The location is at Sio Ceramics, 716 Monroe St NE, Studio 13 ,Washington, DC.
•  Your fee includes all materials
• clay, one personal shelf, glazes, underglazes, and bisque and glaze firings are included.
• Parking is available in the neighborhood or the parking garage on 8th and Monroe. Metro stop is  Brookland-CUA (Red Line).

This session is perfect for students who:

• Have completed at least one introductory ceramics course.

• Want dedicated studio time to deepen their skills.

• Are working on larger or ongoing projects that need consistency.

What’s Included:

• 6 weeks of studio access (one 2-hour session each week).

• Shared use of mini-pottery wheels, hand-building tools, and studio equipment.

• A personal storage shelf for your works-in-progress.

• Glazes and kiln firings (within size and quantity limits).

• Clay available for purchase through the studio.

What to Expect:

• Format: Self-directed work with light instructor support.

• Level: Intermediate (must have prior pottery experience).

• Focus: Your personal projects — mugs, vases, sculptures, or experiments.

By the end of the 6 weeks, you’ll have completed one or more finished projects of your choice while enjoying the freedom of working in a creative, collaborative studio.

Cancellation Policies:

• Before Start Date: Students who withdraw at least one calendar week before the start date of the course will receive a full refund.
• Within the First Week: Students who withdraw within the first week of the course will receive a 50% refund.
• After the First Week: No refunds will be issued after the first week of the course.

For any questions or inquiries please contact sioceramicsdc@gmail.com