Hands-On Workshops (HOW)
Explore, experiment, and hone your skills with immersive, hands-on workshops in beautiful Western North Carolina.
Education is the heartbeat of our mission
Our Hands-On Workshops (HOW) offer immersive, multi-day learning experiences led by both our in-house instructors and nationally recognized guest artists. Held in our dedicated HOW classroom, these weekend or week-long intensives give students the chance to dive deeply into new techniques and fully engage in hands-on learning. Each workshop is uniquely shaped by the instructor’s body of work and expertise, blending in-depth demonstrations with guided practice and one-on-one support.
We offer workshops for a wide range of skill levels, welcoming both local makers and visitors eager to learn and be inspired in our beautiful mountain community. Throughout the year, our HOW classroom also hosts special one-time events—such as artist demonstrations, lectures, and presentations—that offer fresh insight and inspiration. Whether you’re refining your craft or exploring something new, our Hands-On Workshops create the perfect space to explore, experiment, and grow.
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February 23-27, 2026 – Hand Building Original Work with Sarah Wells Rolland
$925.00 -

March 6-8, 2026 – Surface Extravaganza with AMACO Expert Educator Jennifer Hoolihan
$150.00 -

March 16-20, 2026 – Throwing Bigger Pots with Sarah Wells Rolland
$925.00 -

April 13-17, 2026 – Throwing with Finesse with Sarah Wells Rolland
$925.00 -

April 24-26, 2026 – Cone 6 Glazing with John Britt
$475.00 -

May 4-8, 2026 – Creative Animal Sculpture with Tina Curry
$925.00 -

May 18-22, 2026 – Pots That Pour with Sarah Wells Rolland
$925.00 -

June 1-5, 2026 – Making Pots for the Love of Making with Sarah Wells Rolland
$925.00 -

June 15-19, 2026 – Taking the Next Step Throwing Intensive with Ron Philbeck
$925.00 -

July 27-31, 2026 – Porcelain: From Precision to Playful Exploration with David Voorhees
$925.00 -

August 24-28, 2026 – Pushing Limits | Taking Risks with Sarah Wells Rolland
$925.00 -

October 12-16, 2026 – Shape Imagination with Karen Dubois
$925.00