Ceramics
The studio is open!
We welcome you to visit us for open studio hours.
7 Days a Week
8 AM - 10 PM
Clay Studio Coordinator:
Jude Powell
judaspowell@gmail.com
Studio Phone (336) 252-8165
Class Offerings
Beginner 6-week course April 28-June 2
Tuesdays 2-4:30 PM
Students will learn the skills to begin throwing bowls, plates, and mugs on the potter's wheel! Our Learn To Throw course teaches the fundamentals of clay, including throwing, trimming, glazing, and studio safety. Our instructor, Suzanne Morrow, will give you a sound understanding of the art and help you advance to the next level. Course cost is $220, and fired work is $3/lb.
Beginner 6-week course April 28-June 2
Tuesdays 6-8:30 PM
Students will learn the skills to begin throwing bowls, plates, and mugs on the potter's wheel! Our Learn To Throw course teaches the fundamentals of clay, including throwing, trimming, glazing, and studio safety. Our instructor, Suzanne Morrow, will give you a sound understanding of the art and help you advance to the next level. Course cost is $220, and fired work is $3/lb.
Monthly MembershipsStudio Member ($100): Monthly studio membership allows individuals to work freely and independently in the studio space. Membership grants access to studio equipment, a storage cubby, 10% off all clay courses and workshops, and 14 hours of open studio time a day, 7 days a week.
Studio Member + shelf ($110): Monthly studio membership allows individuals to work freely and independently in the studio space. Membership grants access to studio equipment, a storage cubby, an additional larger shelf, 10% off all clay courses and workshops, and 14 hours of open studio time a day, 7 days a week.
To become a studio member, previous clay experience is required. No experience? Sign up for our next Learn to Throw course.
Studio Staff
Studio Director Jude PowellJude Powell is a ceramic artist and instructor based out of Boone, NC. Originally from Lenoir, NC, they relocated up the mountain to study ceramics at Appalachian State University, where they received their BFA in ceramics. Their imagery is whimsical in nature, celebrating color and embracing both the natural world and themes of Appalachia. Jude has been working in clay for 8 years and teaching for 5 years throughout the high country. Alongside their artistic endeavors, Jude works towards creating a community through artistic expression and aims to foster a creative space that all are welcome in.
Instructor Suzanne MorrowSuzanne Morrow has been hand-crafting pottery in eastern NC for over 18 years. She has recently moved to West Jefferson and hopes to help promote the arts, especially pottery, in Ashe County. She is an RN and mother of four with an AD in Arts. She has been a studio potter with Master Potter Dan Finch in Bailey NC for over 11 years. She has spent the last 4 years teaching pottery classes for Greenville Recreation and Parks Department, Jaycee Parks Center for Arts and Crafts in Greenville NC. “I love to create colorful pieces that are fun and functional for everyday use.”