I can't say enough great things about this place. The space,…read morethe people, the care, the competence, the generosity. It's a gem for anybody that is into ceramic work. It's a diamond for anybody that appreciates good people. Love you all.

Such a vibrant and welcoming studio! I took the 6-week Intro to Wheel course and had a great time…read morelearning the foundational techniques of wheel throwing. Lily was an incredible instructor - so patient, encouraging, and knowledgeable about the craft. The studio itself is nicely curated, with bright natural light, pops of color, and thoughtfully arranged ceramics that spark inspiration the moment you walk in. I can't wait to take another class!

With many years of experience, skillful technique, and an eye for color, Janet's teaching abilities…read morecompare to none other. As one of her former grade school students, I've had the privilege of experiencing art with her in both childhood, and as a young adult. One of her many strengths as a teacher is to instruct technique without doing any of the work. Her patient guidance allows her students to explore their own creativity and expression through their projects. Whether you're looking for help with a special piece, or for an outlet for creative exploration, Janet will help your vision come to life. You can join her for lessons in person, or work from the comfort of your own home with one of her online classes. AWE truly is for anyone and everyone.​

My lessons are my favorite part of my week! I started…read moretaking lessons a year and half ago as a beginner. I thought I had no talent or ability. I've found that I do have a lot of talent and ability. Janet has worked with me to help pull it out. She knows how to work with me to expand my ability and grow my confidence. She's always encouraging. I've learned so much about my creative abilities and I have so much fun in my lessons with her. We try something new all the time and it keeps me engaged and always learning and having fun. She's able to see when I need a challenging project and when I need something easier to just warm me up. I go every week and don't see myself stopping anytime soon. It truly is my favorite part of my week!

Very welcoming and well-run studio with LOTS of room and sunlight. Free parking and 24-hour access!read more

Welcome to Gather Pottery on Elliot Ave, my happy place. Every time I enter the large, well-lit…read morepottery studio, I feel welcomed and special. Liz, the owner, has provided a joyful place for potterers to gather, create, and share their talent. The teachers, like Amanda, are skilled at teaching newbies like me to learn the potential of clay. I look forward to spending time playing with clay at Gather Pottery. Beth

took a pottery class ("sip n spin") here under the instruction of Bryan / Brian . really great…read more2-hour class from 1800 to 2000, or 6 to 8PM. the instructor showed us the basics and fundamentals of clay-making as illustrated on a whiteboard and then demonstrated before us. you could easily see the expertise and calmness that just took over. really cool to see. instructor never made us feel bad about messing up and was there to help us out as needed. he would encourage that u do the hands-on portion before he would intervene to ensure that you really learn and get down that muscle memory. we were able to spin 3 times total, but we could only pick one to glaze and then take home after about a week of that process. so, it is not carried out all within one day. they email you when it is ready for pick-up because I do not think that they ship it to u. they hold each piece made in this studio for over a year, so no rush to get it. just remember to come back there! the colors that they have u chose from to glaze has only 5ish options. not much, but they have the nature-like colors and shades of blue, green, black, beige, and brown. when the class was going on during the Wednesday evening, other guests in the facility maintained a respectful silence so that we could hear the instruction class. the class was like $70ish, I think? Pretty worth it if it is your first time to do pottery, like me! sometimes, the door will say that it is closed, but that is not true. Staff just forgets to change it lol

Had such a blast at the Sip & Spin class the other night! Rebecca was an amazing instructor--so…read moreknowledgeable, energetic, and fun. She made what could have been an intimidating experience feel easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend this place!

We held my daughter's sixth birthday celebration in the Pottery Studio at Fayezart this afternoon…read moreand it was a home run with the birthday girl and all her friends. Faye has been working in clay for a quarter of a century and has a great faculty for getting even junior amateurs excited about pottery projects. Over the course of their two hour party the kids did three different projects -including one on the potter's wheel- and still had time to break for cake. The Pottery Studio at Fayezart is a great big well-lit space located in a funky house three doors up from Salmon Bay Park in Ballard. There's a little space with a table inside a sun porch for parties on rainy or chilly days, plus a patio with a profusion of furniture for beautiful sunny days like today. The park was the perfect location for my daughter and her friends to meet before class and decompress (and burn off some cake calories) afterwards. FYI, for those parents looking to get their kids (or themselves) into something out of the ordinary the studio offers after-school classes for kids as well as sessions for adults. For parents looking for an original kids birthday party idea, I highly recommend Fayezart.

A homey playground for all ages, this Ballard neighborhood sanctuary is just a stone's throw from…read moreSalmon Bay Park. A lively, oh-so-liveable enclave conveniently located 2 blocks from easy bus route on 15th Ave NW. Myself and some other eco-conscious ladies came to Faye's studio to enjoy an afternoon of pottery making bliss. Consensus all around was that we'd found one of Seattle's best kept secrets! A feeling of accomplishment and conviviality prevailed. The vibe is cool, the atmosphere creative, the hostess the mostess!

Took the "Sip and Spin" introductory pottery class. I really looked forward to it but was pretty…read moredisappointed. As the class progressed, it was pretty obvious that I needed some help but either the kind of hands-on help I needed wasn't part of the program or the instructor didn't "get it." After trying 4 different balls of clay over the course of an hour or so, I was very frustrated at not being able to get very far in the process with any of them. I tried to get help from the instructor but he seemed more interested in other people and seemed to think that saying how to work with the clay was all that was necessary. On top of the frustration on the creative side, the class was instructed on how dismantle and wash/clean the wheel and other equipment we had been using (and that had, I think, been used for an earlier class). Not a good experience for which the cost was $100.

I recently attended a workshop with Brooke on Slip Transfers. She is a great instructor & opened my…read moreceramics world options with her creativity & instruction. The only recommendation is to make the class 2 hours vs 1 hour, as there is so much to learn.

Our 10 year-old daughter has nothing else but praise to say about her "Artclub" at Early Masters…read more Shelley does a superb job inspiring her pupils, selecting the studied topics and artists. It shows Shelley loves, understands and lives Art. There is considerable amount of productivity during the class and it is utterly amazing to hear the History of Art being told through our kids at the dinner table. Early Masters is the place to be! Mais oui, absolument!

My son started classes with Shelley in the summer of 2024 when he was 11. He has learned SO much,…read moreand made some paintings that I have been absolutely gobsmacked by. It has been amazing seeing his skills and confidence grow, and his talent so thoughtfully nurtured. My son really looks forward to class every week during the school year, and is so psyched about the summer camps. Shelley really knows how to bring out the artist in every child. I am so grateful we found Early Masters!

The Knife Making Workshop at Fire Horse Forge is exceptional! My son and I did a 2 day workshop,…read moremaking a Japanese Nakiri chopping knives and from start to finish, the experience was amazing. David has a deep understanding of knife making history and technique. He is patient and thorough, knowing when to step in and provide assistance, but also encouraging of hands on learning and making each knife one's own. I highly recommend signing up for a two or three day workshop. You will come away with an incredible experience, and understanding of knives and their utilization and care, and most importantly, a beautiful work of art.

I have taken many classes on various creative subjects including woodworking, welding and…read morefabrication and general blacksmithing but the first class I took from David at Firehorse Forge on forging a chef knife hooked me. I'm still a woodworker but since that first class I have taken many more privet classes from David. he is a master and an incredible teacher. I have made several different knives with him including a Roman gladiolus! i highly recommend Firehorse forge.