do you remember the last time you let your hands out to play?
OPEN AIR wheelthrowing š± beginnerās 2hr pottery class
OPEN AIR wheelthrowing š± beginnerās 2hr pottery class
$75/human š B Y O B
all taxes + fees included
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try out the potterās wheel in our outdoor garden studio, where youāll turn soft clay into objects you can use everyday.
ā¤ļø these are small classes taught by patient people who love what they do ā ideal for those who want a personalized experience.
text liza at 954-459-8006 to reserve special days for private sessions + holiday gatherings āØš
scheduling info
scheduling info
2hr beginnerās sessions are offered most days, usually @ 11am, 1pm, or 4pm or by private appointment.
hit the yellow button to see our available classes, and check back soon if you donāt see anything that works for you.
please note: we need at least 24hrs notice to host class. bookings close 24hrs prior to classes, whether they are full or not!
- if youād like to schedule a private class or come at a different time than whatās available here, text or call us with a day/time and the number of people attending, weāll see if we can make it happen.
š 954-459-8006
hey, whatās class like?
hey, whatās class like?
in this 2hr~ wheelthrowing session, you'll (more than likely) make a set of bowls or cups on the potterās wheel and add decoration (if youād like) with stamps and texture tools.
youāll learn all the steps in the initial process of wheelthrowing ā from correct posture and position of your hands with or without tools, how to achieve slow, steady movement, and how to course-correct when things go wonky (because they will). weāll also explain the physical science at work to help inform your learning here.
also if you just want to get dirty and muck about because you havenāt gotten messy like this since you were a kid, thatās totally fine. we are simple clay nerds who can also read the room and wonāt info dump unless you ask us to.
after class, weāll finish your pieces with your choice of glaze and have them ready to pick up within 4-6 weeks of classĀ :-)
all the lovely little details
hereās what to expect:
what youāll make:
some beautiful pots with a whole lot of personality!
youāll get all the clay you need to create two pieces of pottery.Ā in your first class you can generally expect to make planters, small bowls and short cups.
throwing can be a bit of a challenge, so come prepared to make a few mistakes ā¤ļø we promise weāll be patient with you the whole way through.Ā
where youāll make it:
this is an outdoor class so come expecting flora, fauna, and general #florida phenomena!
we are in a shady area with lots of trees surrounding us, so temps are cooler than you might expect (usually about 5-6 degrees lower than on the street)
what youāll keep:
youāll get to keep your favorite piece!
just try not to get attached ā¤ļø we wish it were different (trust) but we canāt always guarantee all of your pottery will make it through the firing process fully intact (i.e., the bowl becomss a planter post-firing)
weāll warn you if we think a piece might be limited to the present moment; weāll help you fix it if we can.
how weāll glaze it:
weāll coat your pieces in a glaze of your choice (white, clear or green) and fire them asap!
āļøall pieces are microwave/dishwasher friendly and food-safe once finishedĀ
when youāll pick up your work:
generally weāll have pots ready for you within four weeks of class.Ā this is a ~process~ that includes drying time, two firings, glazing, etc.Ā
we really appreciate your patience as there will be a short wait! we hope that is okay ā¤ļø
pick up hours:
SUN 10-2p / TUES/THURS 4-9pm
youāll get a little contact card that has an estimated date for pick up, generally 4 weeks after class.
once weāve been in contact with you, we will store work for 30 days! feel free to text liza for an update.
life happens, just talk to us if you canāt get back to the studio in that time period and we will figure something out.Ā
we are happy to send it via uber courier (no shame, traffic sucks) at cost or $25 shipping/handling fee (inclusive of all shipping costs unless shipping internationally)
howeverā¦ we donāt have a lot of storage space! please donāt wait to pick up your work.
if you need us to ship, just let us know at the start of class.
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good things to know
small classes, big learning
there are six seats available in each group wheel class. smaller classes allow us to take you through the whole process with more individual attention and care.
yo, teach!
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hey hi iām liza nice to meet ya!
(e)liza quinn furrĀ is a lifelong floridian, multidisciplinary artist and lizard lover with a decade-long relationship with clay.Ā she began making pots and throwing on the wheel in 2014 while studying atĀ the university of north florida, where she earned a B.A. in sociology with a minor in ceramic arts. she taught at several art studios and museums throughout broward county before launching dirty lizard studio in august 2023.
liza usually pinches and coils clay into everyday objects (talking about a real form-and-function typeĀ of person) but occasionally can be found hopping on the wheel when sheās looking for a little excitement.Ā
short nails pls!
short, unpolished fingernails are encouraged.Ā you are going to have your hand inside of a spinning ball of soft clay ā long nails and this process really donāt mix well.
for your own enjoyment, itās HIGHLY RECOMMENDED you arrive with short nails.Ā
donāt say i didnāt tell you twice āØ
dress code? more like mess codeā¦
make sure to dress for a mess, not for dinner!!
short, unpolished fingernails, lightweight long pants, and closed-toed shoes are highly recommended.Ā
*seriously though! keep em short ā¤ļøāØš
private gatherings + parties, etc. š
YES YOU CAN HAVE YOUR PARTY HERE!
if youāre booking for a group of 4 or more, weāll close the class so itās a private gathering for you and friends.
if thereās more than 6 in your group, we can figure something special out at the sculpture table :-)
BYOB BABY
WE HAVE STARFRUIT AVAILABLE IF YOU WANT SOME!
youāre also welcome to bring whatever makes you and your friends comfortable ā food, booze, etcā¦ š£ļøšæ
weāll have flat + fizzy water available for ya, too āØ
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