Nature Inspired Ceramics
Nature Inspired Ceramics Age: 16+ Day: Thursday Date: July 9, 2026 Time: 6PM – 8PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Marisa Abate Description: Participants will create a series of ceramic projects inspired by the natural world. Through a range of hand‑building techniques, adults will draw inspirations from organic shapes, structures and patterns. The instructor will guide participants through creative ideation and structured brainstorming methods to support the development of individualized, expressive works. Use code RESCODE for Cornelius Residents only.
Beginner Hand Building Trays
Beginner Hand Building Trays Age: 16+ Day: Monday Date: July 6, 2026 Time: 6PM – 8:30PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Ava McColskey Description: Learn the easy, beginner-friendly technique of creating your own beautiful slump mold tray in this hands-on pottery experience!earn the easy, beginner-friendly technique of creating your own beautiful slump mold tray in this hands-on pottery experience!Perfect for those new to ceramics or anyone looking to expand their skill set, this class will guide you step-by-step through shaping, draping, and finishing a functional and stylish tray using simple slab-building techniques. You’ll discover how approachable and fun hand-building can be—no prior wheel experience needed!By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a custom piece that’s both practical and uniquely yours, along with the confidence to continue creating at home or in the studio.Come get creative, get inspired, and learn a skill you’ll use again and again! Use code RESCODE for Cornelius Residents only.
Nature Inspired Ceramics
Nature Inspired Ceramics Age: 16+ Day: Tuesdays Dates: July 21 – Aug 18 Time: 6PM – 8PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Marisa Abate Description: Attendants will create different projects inspired by nature. Using a variety of hand-building techniques, participants will be encouraged to explore texture, form and shape as they are inspired by natural forms. The Instructor will lead class through different methods of brainstorming to help create personalized project. Use code RESCODE for Cornelius Residents only.
Nature Inspired Ceramics
Nature Inspired Ceramics Age: 16+ Day: Thursdays Dates: July 23 – Aug 20 Time: 6PM – 8PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Marisa Abate Description: Attendants will create different projects inspired by nature. Using a variety of hand-building techniques, participants will be encouraged to explore texture, form and shape as they are inspired by natural forms. The Instructor will lead class through different methods of brainstorming to help create personalized project. Use code RESCODE for Cornelius Residents only.
Throwing Sets on the Wheel
Throwing Sets on the Wheel Age: 16+ Day: Wednesday & Friday Date/Time: July 15 (5:30PM-9PM) & July 17 (6PM-8PM) Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Ava Mccolskey Description: Throwing matching pieces on the wheel can be difficult but take this class to learn tricks to make it easier! This class can help you achieve consistent shape, height, and overall form when creating sets of bowls, plates, mugs. The first day will consist of working on throwing a few matching forms and the second day will be trimming and any decorative carving or adding handles. Use code RESCODE for Cornelius Residents only.
Late Night Clay Club – Wheel Throwing
Late Night Clay Club – Wheel Throwing Age: 16+ Day: Friday Date: July 24, 2026 Time: 8:30PM-10:30PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Wheel Throwing Instructor: Staff Description: Get exceptional value and quality studio time during Ceramics Open Studio. For just $40, you’ll receive access to a fully equipped ceramics studio, professional tools and equipment, and firing is included, making this a simple, affordable way to keep creating. Designed for intermediate to experienced students, this open studio session offers uninterrupted time to focus on your personal projects, refine techniques, and explore new ideas at your own pace. With firing taken care of, you can concentrate on what matters most: making great work without worrying about extra fees or logistics. All registrants will be required to sign Open Studio Waiver during check- in. Enjoy generous studio access, professional resources, and kiln firing—all for one straightforward price. Come create with confidence, knowing everything you need is included. Clay must be purchased.
Late Night Clay Club – Wheel Throwing
Late Night Clay Club – Wheel Throwing Age: 16+ Day: Friday Date: August 7, 2026 Time: 8:30PM-10:30PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Wheel Throwing Instructor: Staff Description: Get exceptional value and quality studio time during Ceramics Open Studio. For just $40, you’ll receive access to a fully equipped ceramics studio, professional tools and equipment, and firing is included, making this a simple, affordable way to keep creating. Designed for intermediate to experienced students, this open studio session offers uninterrupted time to focus on your personal projects, refine techniques, and explore new ideas at your own pace. With firing taken care of, you can concentrate on what matters most: making great work without worrying about extra fees or logistics. All registrants will be required to sign Open Studio Waiver during check- in. Enjoy generous studio access, professional resources, and kiln firing—all for one straightforward price. Come create with confidence, knowing everything you need is included. Clay must be purchased.
Late Night Clay Club – Wheel Throwing
Late Night Clay Club – Wheel Throwing Age: 16+ Day: Friday Date: August 21, 2026 Time: 8:30PM-10:30PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Wheel Throwing Instructor: Staff Description: Get exceptional value and quality studio time during Ceramics Open Studio. For just $40, you’ll receive access to a fully equipped ceramics studio, professional tools and equipment, and firing is included, making this a simple, affordable way to keep creating. Designed for intermediate to experienced students, this open studio session offers uninterrupted time to focus on your personal projects, refine techniques, and explore new ideas at your own pace. With firing taken care of, you can concentrate on what matters most: making great work without worrying about extra fees or logistics. All registrants will be required to sign Open Studio Waiver during check- in. Enjoy generous studio access, professional resources, and kiln firing—all for one straightforward price. Come create with confidence, knowing everything you need is included. Clay must be purchased.
Late Night Clay Club – Hand Building
Late Night Clay Club – Hand Building Age: 16+ Day: Friday Date: July 24, 2026 Time: 8:30PM-10:30PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Staff Description: Get exceptional value and quality studio time during Ceramics Open Studio. For just $40, you’ll receive access to a fully equipped ceramics studio, professional tools and equipment, and firing is included, making this a simple, affordable way to keep creating. Designed for intermediate to experienced students, this open studio session offers uninterrupted time to focus on your personal projects, refine techniques, and explore new ideas at your own pace. With firing taken care of, you can concentrate on what matters most: making great work without worrying about extra fees or logistics. All registrants will be required to sign Open Studio Waiver during check- in. Enjoy generous studio access, professional resources, and kiln firing—all for one straightforward price. Come create with confidence, knowing everything you need is included. Clay must be purchased.
Late Night Clay Club – Hand Building
Late Night Clay Club – Hand Building Age: 16+ Day: Friday Date: August 7, 2026 Time: 8:30PM-10:30PM Location: Puckett Pottery House Room: Hand Building Instructor: Staff Description: Get exceptional value and quality studio time during Ceramics Open Studio. For just $40, you’ll receive access to a fully equipped ceramics studio, professional tools and equipment, and firing is included, making this a simple, affordable way to keep creating. Designed for intermediate to experienced students, this open studio session offers uninterrupted time to focus on your personal projects, refine techniques, and explore new ideas at your own pace. With firing taken care of, you can concentrate on what matters most: making great work without worrying about extra fees or logistics. All registrants will be required to sign Open Studio Waiver during check- in. Enjoy generous studio access, professional resources, and kiln firing—all for one straightforward price. Come create with confidence, knowing everything you need is included. Clay must be purchased.