Class Series Open For Registration!

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TRY-IT-90 Wheel Throwing: Individual 90 Minute Classes (scroll through for more dates)


An Art Experience at Burkhead Art Center is a hands-on creative adventure designed to be shared. Gather your friends, family, or coworkers for a memorable group activity that blends art, laughter, and connection. You’ll explore the joy of making something by hand while learning new techniques in the art medium of your choice.

Art Experiences are perfect for birthdays, team-building events, or simply spending quality time together in a creative way.

Minimum of 3 participants is required to book. The maximum number of guests is dependent on the class type you choose.

Feel free to bring food and beverages of your choice — we’ll handle the rest.

Book a Private Ceramic Art Experience!

How to Book an Art Experience

  1. Choose a Party Coordinator
    Designate one person from your group to handle the booking.

  2. Select Your Experience
    Browse the options below and choose the art experience your group would like to enjoy together.

  3. Book Your Time Slot
    Click “Book Now” under your chosen experience to view available dates and times. Pick a time that works for everyone in your group.

  4. Complete the Booking Form
    The party coordinator will fill out the booking information and pay upfront for the minimum number of guests to reserve the session.

  5. Settle the Remainder on Party Day
    The remaining balance — based on your total number of participants — will be due on the day of the event.

Pricing Note:
Each experience has a per-person rate that reflects the materials and length of the class. The final cost will depend on the number of guests attending.

Questions? Email admin@burkheadartcenter.com

Ceramic Holiday Ornaments with Melinda Burkhead

Celebrate the season with creativity! In this festive hands-on experience, you’ll design and craft your ceramic holiday ornament using a variety of decorative tools, textures, and Stroke and Coat glazes.

Our instructor will guide you step-by-step through the process — from rolling and shaping the clay to adding personal touches that make each ornament uniquely yours. Once fired in our kiln, your finished ornament will be ready to sparkle on your tree or to give as thoughtful handmade gifts.

Perfect for holiday parties, team outings, or a cozy creative get-together with friends!


What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and kiln time

  • Instruction on working with clay and glazes

  • One finished piece per person, fired and ready to use (to be picked up at a later date)

  • Minimum of 3 guests required. Maximum of 10 guests.

  • Price is $55/guest plus tax

  • Age 13+

Book Now

Paint Your Own Mug with Dan Slager

Bring a group of friends to this creative and relaxing experience where you can personalize your own ceramic mug!

During the class, participants will be provided with a selection of bisque pottery mugs. Our instructors will offer guidance on various glazing techniques, design application, and finishing options to help you bring your vision to life. All necessary materials, including paints (glazes), brushes, and firing services, are included. Once your masterpiece is complete, we will glaze and fire it in our kilns, making it food-safe and ready for pick-up at a later date.

We aim to provide a fun and engaging environment for all skill levels, whether you're a seasoned artist or trying pottery painting for the first time.

What’s Included:

  • All tools, materials, and kiln time

  • Instruction on working with clay and glazes

  • One finished piece per person, fired and ready to use (to be picked up at a later date)

  • Minimum of 3 guests required. Maximum of 10 guests.

  • Price is $60/guest plus tax

  • Age 13+

Book Now

Have Fun With Fellow Creatives!

Unleash your creativity with our ceramics classes! Join us for a hands-on experience where you can learn the art of ceramics. Our experienced instructors will guide you through various techniques such as hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing, allowing you to create your own unique pottery masterpieces. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced ceramicist, our classes are designed to accommodate all skill levels. Discover the joy of working with clay and unleash your inner artist in our welcoming and supportive studio environment. Sign up for a ceramics class today and start creating your own beautiful pottery pieces!

UPCOMING CLASSES - STARTING IN JANUARY 2026:

  • Wheel Ceramics:

    • Sunday Afternoons with Amanda

    • Monday Evenings with Victor

    • Tuesday Mornings with Rebecca

    • Tuesday Evenings with Amanda

    • Wednesday Mornings with Rebecca

    • Thursday Evenings with Pat

  • Hand building:

    • Thursday Mornings with Melinda

    • Saturday Mornings with Aldo

  • 90 Min Pottery Try-it:  Try wheel throwing and see if it’s something you would like to learn 

    • Monday Mornings with Dan

    • Friday Nights with Aldo or Amanda

  • Raku Workshop:

    • Saturdays TBD


Class Gift Certificates


Purchase Gift Certificates

Give the gift of an art experience!

Burkhead art center now offers gift certificates for our classes. Gift certificates are valid for classes and workshops offered at Burkhead Art Center.

The gift certificate is a randomly generated code that may be applied to classes purchased through the BAC website.

If the gift certificate is not fully used up in one purchase the remainder may be used for purchases within the window of validity.

The gift certificate is valid for 360 days from the date of purchase. It can only be used for purchases of classes made online through the BAC website.

Gift certificates are received via email to the person making the purchase.

Gift certificates may not be returned. They may not be redeemed for cash.