Clay & Pottery Classes in Fort Walton Beach
Hand Building & Wheel Throwing Classes in Fort Walton Beach
At the Arts and Design Society of Fort Walton Beach, we offer clay and pottery classes for every skill level. From open studio sessions to beginner wheel throwing courses and one-day workshops, our program gives you the tools, space, and expert instruction to start creating with clay.
Whether you’ve never touched clay before or you’re looking to build on existing skills, our Fort Walton Beach ceramics program has something for you. Students can explore hand building, wheel throwing, and glazing in a fully equipped studio led by experienced local instructors. Every class is designed to be approachable, hands-on, and fun — and every finished piece is yours to take home.
Adult Clay & Pottery Open Studio
Our Adult Clay & Pottery Open Studio is the heart of our ceramics program in Fort Walton Beach. This ongoing open studio gives you the freedom to work at your own pace with the choice of hand building or wheel throwing, with guidance from experienced instructors available.
Beginners are always welcome. The open studio format means you can develop a regular creative practice, work toward a personal project, or simply enjoy the process of working with clay. Morning and evening sessions are available throughout the week to fit your schedule. Clay is charged by the pound, and all other materials and kiln firing are included.
Please call an instructor ahead of time to ensure an opening.
Instructors:
AM – Sherry Cooler: (850) 496-6137
Monday PM – Marcy Eady: (850) 585-4967
Wednesday PM – Kat Cook: (850) 902-0388
Fun & Functional Ceramics with Kat Cook
This popular ceramics workshop led by instructor Kat Cook is open to both beginners and advanced students, making it a great choice whether you’re picking up clay for the first time or looking for a creative new project.
Kat will lead the class in making a beautiful, functional piece of ceramic art of her choice. Each month she will choose a new project, so you can always look forward to attending her workshop. Once your piece is created, you will glaze it yourself before it goes to the kiln.
Your finished piece will be ready for pickup in the ADSO Fort Walton Beach gallery approximately one week after firing, a satisfying, start-to-finish ceramics experience in a single session.
Clay With a Purpose with Marcy Eady
Clay With a Purpose is a monthly hand building ceramics class led by instructor Marcy Eady, held on the fourth Saturday of each month. Each session brings students together to create the same sculptural subject, making it a fun, community-driven experience where you can see how every artist puts their own spin on the same piece.
All materials are provided, including clay, glazes, and tools, so you can walk in ready to create. Whether you’re a beginner unlocking your creative potential for the first time or an experienced clay artist looking to push your craft in a new direction, this class offers something meaningful for every skill level. Your finished, glazed piece will be fired and ready for pickup in about a week.
About our fort Walton Beach Pottery Studio
The Arts and Design Society of Fort Walton Beach has been a creative home for local artists for decades. Our ceramics studio is a welcoming, fully equipped space staffed by experienced instructors who are passionate about sharing their craft. Whether you’re joining us for a single workshop or building a long-term creative practice, you’ll find expert guidance and a supportive community of fellow makers here in Fort Walton Beach.
