Classes & Workshops
Discover the Joy of Clay at Ceramic Souls
Our East Nashville pottery classes and workshops welcome all skill levels and ages, from first-time explorers to experienced potters looking to refine their craft. Whether you're here to learn, create, or connect with a like-minded community, there's a seat at the table—and a spot at the wheel—for you.
We offer Intro to Wheel Happy Hours, Beginner Wheel, Intermediate Wheel, Hand-building, and seasonal one-time workshops at our pottery studio to level up your skills or try something new.
"The studio has a warm, welcoming vibe, and the classes are both relaxing and inspiring. The space is beautifully set up, and you can really feel the creativity flowing the moment you walk in."
Cynthia T., Nashville, TN
NOT SURE WHERE TO START? DISCOVER YOUR CLAY JOURNEY
One-Time Classes, Workshops & Events
Our Clay Happy Hours: Intro to Wheel, one-time and specialty workshops help you get a feel for clay, learn a new skill, or simply have fun with a date or friends!
Clay Happy Hours
If you've been curious about clay or simply want to try something new, these 2-hour events are the perfect introduction to ceramics. Happy Hours are offered every week, and make for a fun group activity or East Nashville date night. Drinks will be served and fun will be had—we can't wait to see you!
Clay Happy Hour: Intro to Wheel
$100 | 2-hour class
Fridays & Sundays
Curious about the wheel?
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing including centering, opening, and pulling clay to form a simple vessels. You'll create a couple pieces, which our team will glaze and fire for you to pick up!
Workshops
Our one-time, seasonal workshops provide opportunities to learn a new skill, meet new people, and have fun with clay! We're always adding new workshops—keep an eye on our Instagram or sign up for our email list to be the first to know!
A Glaze Day
Mayco is coming to East Nashville and we're pretty excited about it. On October 24th, we're hosting Mayco Colors and educator Sarah Caudill for two hands-on glazing workshops!
$75 for one | $125 for both workshops
Morning Workshop | 9:30am - 12:30pm
Stoneware Glazes, Underglazes & Combinations
Afternoon Workshop | 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Ritual Glazes, Fluxes, Washes & Engobes
Holiday Workshops
The Holiday Table
$350| 6-week series
Hand Building | Tuesdays Oct 20 - Nov 24
Wheel Throwing | Wednesdays Oct 21 - Dec 2
The Holiday Table is a 6-week workshop, choose hand building or wheel throwing, designed for beginner to intermediate potters who want to make something worth passing down. You'll build a collection of one-of-a-kind ceramic serving pieces; such as butter dishes, snack trays, large bowls, casserole dishes, and more, decorated and finished in your own style, ready for your holiday table.
Holiday Ornaments & Hot Toddies
$95
Friday, Nov 13th | 6-8pm
Ceramic ornaments you make yourself. The kind that come out of the box every year. Hand build a series of round ceramic ornaments, decorate them your way, pick your glaze colors and we’ll take care of the rest. Hot toddies, hot chocolate, and Christmas cookies included.
Ongoing Class Series
Some things can't happen in two hours. Our ongoing class series gives you the time, structure, and community to slow down, show up week after week, and actually build a practice. Whether you're just starting out on the wheel, exploring hand building, or getting your first real introduction to ceramics, these are the courses where things start to click.
Intro to Ceramics: Wheel Throwing & Hand Building
$350 | 6-week series
Various dates & times
This six-week course covers wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing. Everything you need to get started.
Beginner Wheel
$395 | 8-week series
Various dates & times
This class series builds a real foundation and confidence in wheel throwing, from centering to glazing finished pieces.
Hand Building Series
$359 | 6-week series
Various dates & times
Hand building opens up forms a wheel simply can't make. This class is for all levels and those ready to explore beyond the wheel.
Beginner Wheel 2
$395 | 8-week series
Various dates & times
Beyond the basics, this course focuses on consistency, control, and throwing with real intention.
Kids & Teens
Nurture the budding creativity of young artists with our engaging pottery classes tailored for kids and teens.
Student Benefits
Supporting Your Learning & Creativity at Every Stage
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Modern State-of-the-Art Studio | Experience a thoughtfully designed space equipped with high-quality tools and materials making your creative journey both accessible and enjoyable.
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Community & Connection | Join a vibrant community of clay enthusiasts where creativity flourishes, ideas are exchanged, and lasting friendships are formed.
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Creative Growth & Mindfulness | Enhance your skills through the calming, hands-on process of working with clay, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and artistic exploration.
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Small Class Sizes | Benefit from personalized guidance in intimate class settings, ensuring you receive the attention and support needed to develop your craft.
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Potters Hours | Enjoy open studio time included in multi-week class registrations—great for extra practice, make-up sessions, independent exploration, plus access to select member and specialty learning events.
"Every artist was first an amateur."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ellen W.
"I took an 8 week beginner wheel class which was amazing! Rachel was a great teacher for all skill levels. Great selection of glazes! Love that there are Potters Hours to get extra work time. I will definitely take another class!"
Ben M.
"Absolutely excellent studio! Warm and welcoming staff, well organized, great teachers for the classes, and a very fair price. Can’t recommend it highly enough."
Jillian K.
"Exceptional experience and such a welcoming environment for people of any skill level. We were a part of a class that made bud vases and were blown away by the instructors, the planning, and the fun! Cannot wait to sign up for our next class!"