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We are happy to share that the studio will be reopening on September 15th. Things will be different of course, but the changes will actually help you focus on your clay work by giving you more space and less distractions. In order to create a safe studio environment, masks will be required, access to the studio will be limited to 14 people at a time (by appointment), wheels and work tables have been arranged at least 6 feet apart, and air filtration and exhaust measures have been put in place. Please note: Courses are suspended until at least January 2021. Stay tuned for updates.

If you are interested in joining as a member, please contact us using the email form on our Contact page »

Monthly Studio Membership is $300 and includes:

  • use of a designated studio area (throwing, hand building, glazing) for up to 40 hours a month
  • 3 or 4  hour sessions pre scheduled through an online calendar
  • a roomy, clean personal studio space
  • a dedicated shelf for tools and works in progress
  • use of clay and studio glazes
  • use of cone 5-6 commercial glazes 
  • technical support via FaceTime/phone
  • classes/meetings/workshops
  • discussions via Zoom on selected topics 
  • firing fees will remain at 5 cents per cubic inch (to cover both bisque and glaze firings)
  • we ask for an intention of at least a 3 month membership

Monthly Work At Home Membership is $150 and includes: 

  • technical support via FaceTime/phone
  • classes/meetings/workshops
  • discussions via Zoom on selected topics 
  • option to purchase clay from the studio
  • firing fees will remain at 5 cents per cubic inch (to cover both bisque and glaze firings)
  • use of cone 5-6 commercial glazes 
  • scheduled glazing sessions (3 hour time slots) are $40 (no additional drop-off fee)
  • we ask for an intention of at least a 3 month membership (can be converted to an in studio membership if space is available)

If you are interested in joining as a member, please contact us using the email form on our Contact page »

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Enhance your wheel throwing skills: Learn how to throw larger, more elegant pieces with instructor Léan van der Merwe.

Léan van der Merwe throwing a pot on the wheel

August 23rd and 24th
10:30 am–4:30 pm
Price $399 per person before Aug 22, $450 on day of.

Although this workshop is open to any experience level, it is not for total beginners. Participants must have some basic wheel throwing knowledge (and be 18 years or older). La Mano will supply tools, aprons, towels, as well as clay.

During this two-day workshop, we will demo and practice special techniques that make centering and shaping large amounts of clay easy and comfortable. There will be time for one-on-one help and special request demos. Plus, we will cover how to trim large or difficult shapes, making them lighter, more uniform, and graceful.

Please note: Current members of either La Mano or Mud Matters will have the option to fire pieces made during the workshop; for nonmembers, pieces will not be saved.

Léan van der Merwe
Léan is a South African Potter from Cape Town, in the US for only two weeks in August. He gained notoriety on Instagram with his @argilebylean account. Léan is pottery obsessed and pushes his limits as frequently as possible. He has taught himself how to regularly centre over 20kg (44lbs) of clay, shape large vessels and throw huge bowls. He enjoys teaching his personal techniques and knowledge to the greater ceramics community.

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Silver Clay jewelrySunday, December 2
12:30–3:30 pm, $90

Precious metal clay, or silver clay, is made of pure silver mixed with water and an organic binding agent. You can mold it into an endless number of shapes and designs. When fired, the binding agent burns off, resulting in original fine silver jewelry—99.9% pure.

Learn the basics of how to work with silver clay in our introductory workshop. This 3 hour session covers rolling, stamping, and other methods of creating texture and all the finishing techniques you will need.

Pieces will be fired during the workshop, so you can wear your creations home that day or give them away for the perfect holiday gift!

The price of the workshop is $90 (cost of clay not included). Precious metal clay can be purchased at La Mano ($50 for 15g and $75 for 25g packet). No refunds or rescheduling within 3 days of workshop date. No refunds/credits once a workshop has happened. Participants must be 18 or older.

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