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Thursdays After Dark: Fall Pottery Series / Oct 15 - Nov 19 / Thurs 6:30 - 9pm

Thursdays After Dark: Fall Pottery Series / Oct 15 - Nov 19 / Thurs 6:30 - 9pm

$390.00Price
Schedule
  • Days & Times: Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Dates: October 15th – November 19th (6-week session)
  • Skill Level: Suitable for beginners, the clay-curious, and intermediate makers alike.

Unwind after a long day and join us this fall for weekly evening studio access tailored to your experience level. Beginners will benefit from structured, project-led instruction, while more independent intermediate students can utilize Open Studio time to pursue personal projects with guidance as needed.
 
We emphasize personal expression through form, function, and surface design. Throughout this 6-week night course, you will learn clay preparation, material handling, and form management to deepen your understanding of the pottery process. Rather than focusing purely on production, we value quality over quantity; participants typically create an average of 6 to 8 unique pieces depending on skill level and detail.
 
Cost: $390.00 + HST (Total: $440.70)
 
What is Included:
  • 15 hours of dedicated evening studio time and professional instruction
  • Clay
  • Access to underglazes, slips, glazes, wax resist, and decorating materials
  • Use of studio tools, equipment, molds, supports, and boards
  • Full tech support and management of your works in progress
  • All bisque and glaze firings
 
What to Bring:
  • An apron or work shirt
  • A towel (essential for wheel throwing)
  • A notepad and pen or pencil
 
Studio Expectations:
  • Arrive with an open mind and readiness to create.
  • Leave your self-critic at the door—this evening is a space for growth!
  • Help maintain our community by participating in studio care and safety.
  • Please note: Only clays and materials provided, approved, and tested by our studio are permitted.
 
Attendance & Missed Classes:
This course is sold as a 6-week bundle. Missed classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. If another session is running during the same term, you may arrange a make-up class in advance, subject to space availability.
In the event of extenuating circumstances (such as severe weather, power outages, or illness), a class may be rescheduled. Please always check your email before heading out for the evening. Make-up dates are typically added to the end of the session, so we recommend keeping those following weeks open just in case.
Please review our full cancellation policy on our website prior to registration.
 
How to Register (2-Step Process):
  • Add to Cart: Add this class to your cart and proceed with purchase to initiate your registration.
  • Send Payment: Complete your transaction by sending an e-transfer of $508.50 (or your cart total if purchasing multiple items) to april@blackbirdpottery.ca.
Once your payment clears, your registration will be officially confirmed via email within 24 to 48 hours. Please note that we cannot hold seats without payment.
 
Payment plans are available for those who need financial flexibility. To request a plan, please email april@blackbirdpottery.ca.
 
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Quantity

  • Cancellation & Refund Policy

    Student Cancellations

    Classes are scheduled according to demand. Because a minimum number of participants is required to run a session, last-minute cancellations disrupt scheduling. While many pottery studios enforce a strict "No Refund" policy for this reason, we always do our best to find a positive outcome and understand that extenuating circumstances happen.

    • 16+ Days Notice: If you cancel your registration in writing at least 16 days before the class start date, you will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee.
    • 15 Days or Less Notice: Cancellations made within 15 days of the start date are only eligible for a refund if your spot can be filled by another student from our waiting list. A $50 administrative fee will apply.
    • Registration Transfers: You may transfer your registration to another person interested in joining the class, where appropriate. This transfer incurs a $50 administrative fee.

    Studio Cancellations

    We require a minimum number of participants to run a class, managed at the discretion of the studio.

    • If we must cancel a class due to low enrollment or extenuating circumstances, you will receive a full refund or a studio credit upon request.
    • This will be issued within 2 weeks of the cancellation.

    Missed Classes & Make-Ups

    • No Refunds for Absences: Participants will not receive refunds or credits for missed classes. Missed classes are non-transferable and do not carry over to future sessions.
    • Class Make-Ups: If you must miss a class, and there is a parallel class running during the same session, we will do our best to accommodate you in that slot if space allows. If no other class is running during that session, make-ups are not possible, and you will lose that class time.
    • Studio Rescheduling: If the studio must cancel a specific class due to extenuating circumstances, we will do our best to reschedule it—usually by adding an extra week to the end of the session. If you cannot attend this rescheduled date, it is non-refundable.

  • Public Health

    In the event of pandemic-like circumstances, masking may be required inside the studio. Participants should be prepared to wear a mask while indoors to reduce transmission and lessen the burden on our healthcare system.

    Please self-screen if you are sick and stay home if you experience symptoms. The studio maintains a supply of masks and hand sanitizer for your convenience.

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