Mudworks Ceramics Studio — Local services in El Cerrito

I truly can't recommend this place enough! It was my first time throwing on a pottery wheel when I took my beginner class in February. The teachers here are so incredibly patient, knowledgable, and compassionate toward what it's like to be a beginner. After the 6 week class, I felt like I had a new hobby to fall in love with!

In addition to the weekly class, students are offered 3 hours of open studio practice time for the duration of their class. As a member, we are offered 24/7 access to the studio - something that is so generous and flexible for busy schedules!

If you have been seeking a new hobby, run don't walk to sign up for one the Mudworks classes! The studio is always thinking of ways to innovate and how to bring the...

I taken several classes here including the six week hand-building class, beginner wheel-throwing class and the ceramic casting class. I had an incredible experience! The teachers are fantastic, knowledgeable, encouraging, and passionate about ceramics. What really sets this studio apart is the welcoming and inspiring community they’ve built. There’s a great mix of beginners just starting out and experienced ceramicists creating amazing work, which makes for a really dynamic and inspiring environment. I loved it so much that I became a member to have 24/7 access, and it’s been amazing to connect with so many creative people. This is the perfect community to learn and experiment with...

I took a class, total newbie. Kind of a frustrating experience. Other students in beginner pottery wheel class had experience. Teacher was lovely but at one point admitted that she prefers teaching advanced/intermediate students. She is a great ceramist. Most frustrating part was trying to complete and get my pieces. The situation with the firing times are not clear and definitely not convenient. Lost about a third of my pieces. Would have loved an easier way to find pieces after completion. And an ear to take constructive feedback. In case you want to take a class - sit near teacher, take photos of your pieces, make something that can...