Jax Pottery Studio offers courses for beginners as well as open studio time and can be booked for private events and lessons. View our class details and calendar below and feel free to contact us with any questions you have!
5-Week Courses
LEARN HOW TO THROW POTTERY LEVEL I
Designated for beginners who have never thrown or for those who need more guidance with throwing. In this class, the students will learn how to wedge clay and how to throw basic forms. Grab a friend and learn how to make pottery together! Ceramic terminology along with basic glazing techniques will also be taught in this class. Be prepared to get a little dirty and to have fun! These classes are for ages 14+
$350 per session
Sessions last 5 weeks & includes all materials.
POTTERY LEVEL II
Designated for those who have had experience on the potter’s wheel. Students will work with instructor to better understand different throwing techniques and work on their own ideas in class. Together we will explore the never-ending challenge and discovery of working in clay. Demos will be given throughout class. These classes are for ages 18+
These classes, our focus will be making advanced projects. The requirement for this class, is to have at least taken one previous beginners classes or have some background with pottery.
$350 per session
Sessions last 4 weeks & includes all materials.
These classes are offered only 2-3 times a year.
ONE-on-ONE LESSON
The Studio offers private lessons if you prefer a 1-on-1 experience as opposed to a classroom setting. Available spots are listed under our classes section. If you do not see any available or have a special request please call into the studio.
$105 for 2 hrs (1 hour on the wheel & 1 hour of glazing) This will be 2 separate appointments.
***We offer 1-on-1 lessons for children under the age of 10 years old. Adult must be present during session.***
BECOMING A MEMBER
Have you taken a pottery class and want to continue your skill? Have been a potter for sometime now and want to use the beautiful studio to make with others? In order to becoming a member you must have a background of pottery. There are no instructors to teach during open studio. By becoming a member you will have access to a large shelf, all tools will be made available to you, and unlimited firings for items made inside the studio.
MEMBERS ARE ABLE TO USE THE STUDIO AT ANYTIME DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS. SUNDAYS ARE DEDICATED TO MEMBERS ONLY.
MEMBERSHIP AVAILABILITY: SUNDAY 11am-7PM, TUESDAY 9am-9PM, WEDNESDAY 9am-9PM, THURSDAY 9am-9PM, FRIDAY 9am-8PM, SATURDAY 9AM-8PM.
*****WE ARE CLOSED ON MONDAYS******
OPEN STUDIO DAYS FOR SUNDAY NEED TO BE SIGNED UP BY 5PM SATURDAY, THE NIGHT PRIOR.
$230 FOR 30 DAY MEMBERSHIP VALID DAY OF PURCHASING MEMBERSHIP.
IN STUDIO MEMBERSHIP AT JACKSONVILLE POTTERY STUDIO INCLUDE:
- UNLIMITED KILN FIRINGS IN STUDIO.
- MUST HAVE PRIOR CERAMIC EXPERIENCE OR HAVE TAKEN A 5 WEEK CLASS AT JPS
- very own LARGE PRIVATE SHELF
- ACCESS TO USE 25 POTTERY WHEELS
- Acess to clay recycle program
- ACCESS TO ALL STUDIO TOOLS
- ACCESS TO ALL STUDIO GLAZES
CLAY IS NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR MEMBERSHIP. WE DO SELL RAE'S SMOOTH STONEWARE FOR $1.25 A POUND.
Memberships are $230 per a month.
OPEN STUDIO
Open Studio is designated for those who are currently enrolled in our 5-week Beginner’s Course, those who want to continue making after completing classes or for members.
Signing up for open studio time for nonmembers is $35 for 2 hours.
KILN FIRINGS
The Studio also offers kiln rentals for items made outside of the studio. Our firing membership is a charge of $150/month, which covers 30 days of unlimited firings. One time firings are $2.00 per lb of work for bisque and glaze firing**
Bisque Firings Cone 05 Glaze Firings Cone 6 Luster Firings 019
Firing is not included during “Open Studio Time”
ONE TIME TRY IT POTTERY NIGHT/ SIP & SPIN
This is a great class for the curious, a night out with a friend, want the experience or just want to check pottery off the bucket list! Are you too busy to take a 5 week session? This one time pottery night class is for you! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED.
This class is an optional BYOB or drink of your choosing. These nights will be listed as SIP & SPIN***
Grab a friend, boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband, family member or even best friend and come take a pottery class. All supplies will be provided for you! This class includes up to 5lbs of clay per a person. (this means you can make up to 5 pieces in one night!) Pieces can be picked up after 3-4 weeks of completing your class. Individuals will select a color and will be contacted when piece is finished! $85 per person.
**For Private events please contact us to arrange a time and date. PRICES ARE $850 for 10 people.