Explore Pottery Classes in Bluffton, SC
at Washington Square
The Pottery Studio is a state of the art collaborative space where everyone is welcome.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to get your hands in clay for the first time or an experienced ceramic artist needing a community-driven hub…our studio is for all lovers of art and clay. We offer multi-week courses that include open studio hours, one-time workshops, and private events. All are designed to help you build your ceramic skills with a detail oriented approach, helping you build confidence and meet some new friends at the wheel or hand-building table.
Check out our limited PRESALE offerings located within the studio shop!
Classes & Workshops
Try the Wheel
Learn Pottery Basics
A fun, casual 2.5-hour workshop — perfect for friends, couples, or solo creatives. No experience necessary! You’ll learn how to prep your clay, center it and shape it. We’ll trim and finish your piece for you based on the glaze of your choice. You may pick up your masterpiece during open studio hours in about 3 weeks. Shipping will be available at an aditional charge.
**Check out our themed social events on Friday nights!
Clay 101
Fundamentals
Our 6-week pottery classes in Bluffton are designed to teach the fundamentals of wheel throwing to include clay preparation and making cylinders, the core form behind many ceramic shapes. You will learn how to center, trim, and glaze your pieces. Each class is taught by experienced instructors in a step by step approach. Our principled process will help you develop strong habits and a thoughtful approach to sitting at the wheel to create your next piece.
Clay 102
Altered Forms, Surface Design & More
This 6 week pottery class expands on the foundations learned in Clay 101. Bring your skills to the next level with advanced bowl forms, throwing taller, complex trimming techniques, advanced surface design, and glazing with intention. Every week a new skill will be learned to help develop your artistic voice to create a complete body of work.
Handbuilding 101
This 6 week pottery class is designed to teach students how to create forms using fundamental handbuilding techniques, surface design and glazing. This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate potters.
We cant wait to see what you create!
Ultimate Clay Experience
Join us for a 6 hour all inclusive day of exploring pottery techniques in a step by step approach to learn all about hand building and wheel throwing in a fun supportive environment. In one day 3-5 pieces of your best work will be finished and kiln fired for you within about 3 weeks. Shipping is available at an additional charge.
No experience necessary!
Private Events
Unwind and get your creativity flowing! If you would like to host an event at The Pottery Studio and get messy wtih your friends and colleagues, please contact us! We will customize for the occasion to make it extra special for all.
Reach out to book your private pottery experience.
Clay Club
A 4-week after school program for students interested in learning the fundamentals of wheel throwing and hand building. Each session includes hands on instruction and time for creative exploration.
Offered for middle and high schoolers
Not sure where to start?
Email us at Maggie@potterystudiobluffton.com or stop by during open studio hours. We’re happy to help you find the right class.
About The Pottery Studio
The Pottery Studio by Magpie Ceramics is a locally owned, woman-led pottery studio rooted in creativity and community. We pride ourselves on offering a welcoming a space for makers of all ages and experience levels. Conveniently located in Bluffton, SC—just a short drive from Hilton Head—our studio is designed for learning, creating, and connecting. All of our beautiful, functional pieces are made and fired on-site, giving students a true hands-on experience. With flexible scheduling and beginner-friendly guidance, we make it easy for anyone to explore the art of pottery at their own pace.
