Hands-on clay fun with a finished coil bowl to take home. July 30 · 1:00–3:30 PM
Not every young artist is ready for a full-week commitment — and that's exactly why this one-day clay camp exists.
Our Kids & Teens Handbuilding Workshop packs the joy of pottery into a relaxed 2.5-hour session for ages 7 and up. Kids build their very own bowl using the coil technique, then paint and decorate it the same day — a perfect first step into clay, a creative summer activity, or a low-pressure way to explore pottery before joining our week-long Kids Creative Clay Camp.
Held in our warm, welcoming art studio in Sterling, VA, this workshop brings together families from across Loudoun and Fairfax County, including Ashburn, Potomac Falls, Cascades, Herndon, and Reston.
What to Expect
From the moment they sit down, kids are creating. This guided, hands-on session is fun, flexible, and beginner-friendly, with plenty of room for imagination and personal expression.
2.5 hours of hands-on clay building with friendly instructor guidance
Build a real bowl using the coil technique
Paint and decorate it the same day — every bowl turns out one-of-a-kind
A safe, encouraging studio environment trusted by local families
All clay, tools, and materials included
Each bowl is glazed and kiln-fired food-safe, ready for pickup in about 3 weeks
What They'll Learn
Students explore foundational pottery techniques in a playful, approachable way:
Coil building — shaping a bowl coil by coil
Adding texture, detail, and color with underglaze
How raw clay transforms through glazing and firing
Focus, patience, and the confidence of finishing a handmade piece
No experience needed — just curiosity and creativity. And because every bowl is glazed food-safe, kids can actually use it at home for real meals afterward.
What to Bring
Clothes that can get messy (aprons provided)
Closed-toed shoes
Imagination
Workshop at a Glance
Ages: 7+ (kids & teens)
Time: 1:00 PM–3:30 PM (2.5 hours)
Format: One-day summer clay workshop
Focus: Coil handbuilding — make & paint a bowl
Includes: Clay, tools, glaze, and kiln firing
Take Home: One finished, food-safe ceramic bowl (ready in ~3 weeks)
Location: 36 Pidgeon Hill Dr, Sterling, VA 20165
Price: $97
Cancellations within 24 Hours: No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 24 hours of the class or workshop start time due to the short notice and inability to fill the spot.
Cancellations before 24 Hours: Cancellations made more than 24 hours before the class or workshop will incur a $10 cancellation fee.
Kiln Firing Risk Policy
While we strive for the best results, there is always a small risk involved in the kiln firing process, which is beyond our control. Historically, the loss rate has been less than 2%, but we cannot guarantee the outcome of any fired item. By participating, you acknowledge and accept this inherent risk.
Item Pickup Policy
Finished items must be picked up within 60 days of completion. If items are not collected within this time frame, we reserve the right to recycle them, and we are not responsible for holding or storing them.
