Ceramic Classes

with Benji Kelman

New studio space coming soon in

San Rafael

Private Lessons

Book 1-time private ceramics lessons for you and your friends. Click the link below for scheduling and further info.

On-Going Classes

Book on-going ceramics classes held weekly and paid on a monthly basis. Click the link below for scheduling and further info.

Studio Membership

For advanced ceramic artists that need studio space and their pieces fired. Click the link below for pricing and further info.

Weekly On-Going Classes

Classes are every Monday and Wednesdays from 5-8pm.

Description

This class is geared for anyone with little or no clay experience! Classes are in-person and on-going, with 3 hours of guided instruction each week. Classes continue throughout the year and sign-up is on a rolling basis- you can sign-up any time. Ceramics classes are mixed level and cover wheel throwing, hand building, sculpting, and glazing.

I will teach you everything needed in order to transform clay through the different stages of the ceramic making process.  I will guide you every step of the way, using all the tools and techniques needed to create wheel thrown and hand-built pottery. Learn how to make bowls, vases, planters, mugs, plates, and more, all by hand! Students will learn throwing, coil, pinch, slab, and mold building techniques while working one-on-one with me. I will teach you how to design and glaze your pieces, and you’ll be able to take home and use everything you make once your pieces have been glazed and fired.

All the materials and basic tools are provided but if you require specialized tools feel free to bring your own, bring your willingness to take chances, make mistakes, and get messy!

If you are an advanced ceramic practitioner and just need a little guidance every now and then, this class is also suitable for you.

If you miss a class, make-up classes are available the 2nd Friday of every month.

$260 per month

Includes:

o   A 12-lb bag of clay

o   Firing/baking of your pottery

o   Glazes/materials

o   Use of studio machinery, tools and equipment

o   18"x14"x15" personal shelf storage space at

o   Access to Open Studio Hours

o   All materials, tools, and clay provided.  

Ceramic Classes, Ceramic Studio, San Rafael, Marin, Bay Area

1-Time Private Lesson

$175 per person

Description

2-hour lesson, no experience needed.   This class is geared to those with little or no clay experience. Join me for a creative experience and get your hands on some clay.  Grab a seat for yourself, or grab multiple seats for a friend, partner or group! Prices are per-person. 

You will make two projects and you have the option to learn two different ceramic techniques to experience the full range of forming clay by hand. You get an opportunity to try out the potter’s wheel to create a small bowl or dish and to hand build or sculpt. The class is catered towards whatever you want to make. Come with ideas and reference photos so we can dive right in!

Once your pieces are made I will put the finishing touches on them.  We will bake/fire your work and we will also glaze your work in our beautiful Celadon Green glaze- making them food safe, dishwasher safe, AND microwave safe.  Your pieces will be done in 4-6 weeks.  I will bag them and call and email you once they’re ready for pick up. 

Dates & Time: Contact for Availability. Click the link below to schedule a class.

Make two projects: 

1 hand built piece and/or 1 wheel-thrown cup, bowl, or dish.

  • Choose up to 2 of your creations to be glazed and finished to be picked up as souvenirs after 4-6 weeks

  • All materials, tools, and clay provided.  

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NEW STUDIO COMING SOON

ABOUT KILN GODS POTTERY:

Instructor Benjamin Kelman has been teaching ceramic classes at Sweet Spirit Ceramics Studio for over 5 years in San Rafael.

Upgrading & Expanding

We’re in the process of finding a larger studio space so we can offer an even broader range of ceramic classes and community events. While we upgrade and expand, classes are temporarily on hold. Sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on our reopening.

San Rafael, Marin County, California

Benji Kelman Ceramics Teacher, Ceramic Classes, Ceramic Studio, San Rafael, Marin, Bay Area

Meet your instructor

Benji Kelman

Hi, I’m Benji, a ceramic artist and teacher. Ceramics is my passion and professional and creative calling. It is my genuine joy to share my craft and to empower other’s to harness their innate creativity. My style of teaching is catered towards your creative needs and current skill set. My classes are laid-back and fun and are a great opportunity to be creative while engaging with fellow classmates. Hopefully you’ll make new art and friends!

What you’ll learn

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    Learn the principles of working with clay by hand. You’ll learn basic pottery theory and clay fundamentals.

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    learn how to shape clay in various forms such as bowls, plates, vases, and cups by spinning a wheel while using your hands and tools to shape and mold the clay.

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    Learn how to hand build ceramics by shaping and forming clay using only your hands and simple tools, without the use of a potter’s wheel.

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    Learn how to sculpt ceramics by shaping and manipulating clay to create three-dimensional forms and sculptures.

Make a Gift For Yourself and Loved Ones

Learn to throw on a potter’s wheel or hand build ceramics, the possibilities are endless!

Ceramic Classes, Ceramic Studio, San Rafael, Marin, Bay Area

Testimonials

  • “Benji is a master thrower. Its amazing what he can create in just minutes. My throwing and sculpting skills have improved so quickly thanks to Benji’s tuitilage and guidance. He’s the best ceramics teacher I’ve ever had. ” — Kiri M.

  • “I have been throwing ceramics for five years but I felt like I couldn’t advance my skills on my own. After a few months of taking classes with Benji, my throwing skills have surpassed my expectations. I’m building faster and better than I ever could have imagined.” — Dave H.

  • “I look forward to Monday classes every week. Benji’s classes are so much fun, and it feels refreshing to tap into my creative side. He’s helped me build and sculpt my little creations. He always respects and nurtures my creative ideas, no matter how weird or goofy they are. ” — Sarah R.

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