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Sonoma Valley|Local Event

Handbuilding 101

Handbuilding 101

Event Details

Sonoma Community Center, 276 E Napa St, Sonoma, CA, 95476
More info here

Mondays, January 26 – March 23, 2026
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Exceptions: February 16, Presidents Day

Experience Level

All Levels

Event Category: Ceramics

Age(s)

17+

$265 – Registration Cost
$30 – Materials Fee
$295 – Total Registration Cost

Learn the fundamentals of creating handbuilt, functional objects with clay in this 8 week course. Thoughtfully explore the tried and true techniques of ceramic work!

What you’ll do

Deborah Donahower takes you through the fundamentals of working with clay in hand building in this 8 week course. Designed for all levels (beginners and those more experienced) Deborah thoughtfully explores the tried and true techniques of ceramic work with her students through structured assignments, allowing her students to develop their own creative voice in the process. This course will emphasize building functional forms with creative surface design in mind; focusing on forms with large areas to explore texture, painterly surface techniques, and much more.

Students will receive instruction in hand building, and basic glazing techniques.

With your 8 week class registration, students receive the opportunity to purchase a studio pass for ½ off during the duration of their class. Sign ups for membership will be included in your pre class email

Membership has its benefits

All Silver Memberships and above receive 10% off the registration cost for any purchase over $40.
Materials fees are not discounted.

Become a member today and find community, connection, and creativity.

Location

Room 117, Ceramics Studio

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