Markgraf Clayworks — Attraction in Newark

I have wanted to take lessons for several years. My wife decided to get a wheel and lessons as a Christmas present. I think this is one of those things you either love or you don't... I'm squarely in the first camp. I took the beginner class and then went on to take the follow-up class. Karen was our teacher and she was amazing and very patient as we may have been more like herding cats as we began our adventure in clay. She teaches the fundamentals in a way that is easy to understand and remember from one lesson to the next. From the wheel to glazes and firing... I encourage anyone that is interested in lessons check out their website. Thank you Karen....looking for to resuming lessons in the fall. Here are a few samples of what I did...

I’ve taken both wheel and hand building classes from Markgraf Clayworks. The evening spin is a great intro to the wheel with lots of hands on help. Personally, I favor the hand building classes and have attended now for several years. I moved to Newark during the pandemic and knew no one; the studio was a way for me to start meeting people, and now I call folks there friends. Highly recommend. You won’t find a more friendly atmosphere, especially for beginners! If you’re experienced and do not have a home studio, the per hour option works as well! Give yourself a chance to learn something new, or to continue with a skill you already have in a...

Started taking the beginners pottery throwing class and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience not to mention our instructor, Karen is such a wonderful teacher. I am going to sign up for the intermediate class and have already finished the cauldron class which was an absolute blast and thanks to Tom that instructed us then!!! I would highly recommend this place if you have ever wanted to try throwing clay pots!!! Fun and...