I am someone who has very little artistic ability, so when I signed up for a 3 week beginner pottery class at Echo, I was not expecting much. I'm so happy to have been proven wrong! The instructor, Yuli, is so patient and knowledgeable. She spends time on building fundamental skills and building confidence working with clay. The weekday beginner classes I've taken have been such a fun and productive way to wind down after a long day at work. Each class is 2 hours long, but after the first session, you can arrive an hour early to practice and throw additional pieces. Yuli walks through every step of the process and offers guidance along the way. I'm so proud of the stoneware I've made in her classes, and have signed up for my third class at Echo next month! read more

Had an amazingggg time here! I joined an online women's group for activities and get togethers and one of them organized for us to do a class here. Had taken ceramics in college for a whole semester but really could not remember a single thing...so was super excited for this. We got Joy as our teacher for a single session of no frills, basic pottery class and she was great. She was patient and pretty friendly to all of us beginners. Class was super organized. You grab your aprons, your wheel, your slab of clay and watch her demo. You go step by step because some steps will cause you to "lose it all" lol. She explained that their typical classes would allow you to see your clay through from a blob all the way to the firing process which takes several sessions of classes (gotta wait for things to dry etc). There is also a little board with all the firing colors and oxidization/reduction differences which is cool to see it nearly organized. I remember in school there were just huge vats of color hanging around for us to visualize. Afterwards we all helped clean up and labeled our pottery. Entire session was about 2-3 hours. Our bowls will likely be finished in a month after they dip them and fire them up for us. Would totally come back for more classes if they weren't so far... We also had some snacks and drinks some people had brought along but typically I don't think there would be much eating involved...hands are dirty. Theres also a parking lot so parking is handled. read more

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We had an amazing experience at Echo Art Studio celebrating my dad's birthday with a private pottery class. Our instructor, Joy, was truly fantastic and incredibly skilled at teaching a group with very different experience levels. Several people in our group had never touched a pottery wheel before, and she made everyone feel comfortable right away. We each got to create our own piece, choose a glaze, and then pick everything up a few weeks later. The final results turned out beautifully! Everything was included and provided, and the price felt very reasonable for a private class and such a memorable experience. This was a perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, and I'd highly recommend Echo Art Studio whether you're brand new to pottery or just looking to learn more. read more

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Taking a pottery class at this studio was such a rewarding experience. Our instructor, Yuli, was kind, attentive, and explained everything clearly, which made me feel comfortable even as a beginner. The environment is calm, welcoming, and truly a safe space for everyone. It's a perfect place to destress, be creative, and connect with others in the community. Why buy when you can make your own crockery for home! The studio offers plenty more, classes like watercolor, acrylic, hand building, knitting; there's always something new! read more

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The staff are amazing I always come to get my bowls and pots bisque fired and glazed fired I highly recommend echo art stupid read more

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Nice little studio! Came for the group pottery class for Valentines, and we had a good time. Not gonna lie, I was nervous at first because my previous experience of making pottery was kinda frustrating. But I've gotta say, the entire learning process at the Echo Art Studio was easy and fun! The instructor was so patient and taught us step by step, always helping to make corrections. The only suggestion would be the practicing time, it was a little shorter than we thought. Some of us felt rushed finishing at the end. (Yeah as a beginner we probably need more practice) Other than that, great experience! Note: 90 mins class for $65 per person! There is a small lot and a few meter parking spots on the street. Would recommend wearing something you wouldn't mind getting messy. And for the ladies, you might need a hair tie! read more

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Just wrapped up my second month of beginner classes with Artemis. She's an excellent instructor and I had a lot of fun learning and refining the basics in these classes. Definitely recommend :) read more

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I took beginner and intermediate classes and enjoyed honing a new skill so much that I am now a member. The studio offers various glazes, which you can fire at different temperatures. read more

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I work in sculptural ceramics and I fire all my work at Echo and I truly love it there! Altho I am not technically a member I pay for firing membership and Fausto & Ki are incredible and really care. Yuli one of the owners is also amazing and if there is ever a problem or you have questions she gets right back to you right away. They have really cultivated a wonderful community there! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

I went to a 4-week pottery class here with instructor Yuko, & I had a pretty not-good experience. Yuko was way more invested in making bowls than she was in genuinely helping anyone become better at pottery. Don't get me wrong, she seems like a sweet lady & very good at what she does (throwing clay), but the teaching part, she definitely struggles with. She paid very little attention to most of the students in the class, & whenever I would express that I was struggling, instead of helping me out she would do a very fast-paced "demonstration" & kinda be like "See, that's how it's done!" She also "lost" a couple of bowls; thankfully all seemed to have been found but between the fact that I learned absolutely nothing & this, i would definitely not come back here. Also, the class is extremely quiet -- if you're social at all (or even just don't like sitting in total silence while you work), then look for someplace else. I certainly will be. read more

While always an admirer of all types of art, I've never explored my own creative expression. Echo Art Studio, more specifically, Gretchen's acrylic painting class was the perfect entry point for me. Her warm spirit coupled with knowledgeable insights on color theory, composition, and the general process of creating your own interpretation of art offered a new way of experiencing the world, art, and myself. What I loved most was her philosophy that art is highly individualized in terms of stylistic, color, and context preferences so you are not constrained by painting a specific subject in a step-by-step fashion like every other student. Rather, you pick every aspect of your art and go at your own pace with helpful guidance from Gretchen. If you are looking for a supportive environment to discover your inner artist in an intimate setting, please come check out Echo Art Studio. read more

Signed up for a beginner's pottery class after reading about it in an LA Times article featuring a local pottery artist. This class was so much fun (albeit much harder than I thought!), but the instructor was great and gave us ample amount of time to make/practice with as many pieces as possible (I came home with 6 pieces total!). Practice is the key to this art so I appreciated being given more time to maximize that time. You also get an hour before each class to work on your pieces. The class size was pretty small so you get decent individual attention if needed too. I think it's a great value and I hope to find time again in the future to retake the class. read more

Wonderful experience. It is now my home away from home for six months. I have rheumatoid arthritis and didn't expect that it would actually help my body relax. Just being in the calm and supportive environment is wonderful. It's life changing! Thank you Echo!! read more

I really wanted to enjoy my experience here, but unfortunately did not. I understand that my situation was pretty specific, but the studio just doesn't really have anything in place to work with folks in my situation. From what I've heard the beginner classes are pretty good. If you're an intermediate - solidly not beginner, solidly not advanced - who has taken a long hiatus from throwing, and you're looking for a structured class that will reintroduce you to throwing (but you don't need the absolute basics), this is not the place for you. I had taken over a decade away from throwing. I was by no means a professional, but I was throwing large amounts of clay, plates, vases with handles, nested bowls, lids, feet, tea pots, throwing on top of existing structures, etc. But since it had been so long, I wanted a class where I could refamiliarize myself with throwing and learn or "get back" some skills. The intermediate class is not really a class at all, and they don't explain that well on the website. It is more of a free throw time with an instructor around who you can ask for help or advice if you want. Otherwise, they really won't bother you. That's great for someone who is more interested in practice time, but that wasn't me. I had reached out to the studio explaining my situation and asking what class made the most sense, and I signed up for what was essentially a beginner/slow intermediate class, which was suggested to me. The studio doesn't do any sort of introduction to the studio and how it works unless you do a beginner class. I showed up with a few minutes to spare, not knowing where the entrance door was (multiple doors, all locked), and there was one other person there who asked if I knew the code to the door. I did not. She found the code somewhere in an email (which I had not gotten any type of informational email) and we got in. I wasn't sure what to do because I had never stepped foot in the building before. I waited 10-15 minutes awkwardly until the instructor came late. I confirmed this was the correct class, and she seemed confused that I was confused. I explained to her my situation and that it was my first time here. It came out that she thought I had had a tour of the studio, where everything was, and how things worked. She seemed surprised that I had not gotten that tour. She asked if I had taken a beginner class there, and I explained I had not. She was extra surprised by that and seemed concerned. Once again I explained that whoever I had interacted with at the studio suggested this class based on the description of my experience. Later on I discovered that not all the students had gotten an important email about free practice time and the new code to the door. Wouldn't all registered students be on an auto email list? Since it was advertised as a class, I was surprised to find that nothing was included. You have to buy your own tools, clay, glaze, firing, etc. You get to choose which clay you want, but after so many years away, I didn't know where to start, and the instructor wasn't very helpful. She ended up recommending the beginner clay. And since the instructor isn't really leading a class, you're essentially paying a small fraction of rent in the space. For someone expecting a class/structure, it was a disappointment. I should have read some of the reviews about being a minority because right off the bat I felt super uncomfortable. There were a few East Asian-looking women, and one East Asian-looking man. The instructor straight up called two very different looking women the same name. They looked uncomfortable & corrected her. This was made worse by the fact that all the students had taken SEVERAL classes with this instructor before, and had very recently just completed the last one. The instructor then called the man something random and said, "I just call him that because I don't know what his actual name is. What's your name again?" He said his name, which was a non-English name, and one of the (Asian) women repeated it, trying to pronounce it correctly. The instructor said, "See? Even SHE can't say it right!" Several times in that first class the instructor failed to say one of the Asian women's names (which was an objectively very easy name to pronounce) right and kept forgetting it. The second class, I was struggling for some minor reason and the instructor was very condescending and said that I wouldn't have this problem if I "knew how to throw better". She also quickly dismissed my idea of what I wanted to make (throw a shape and then add sculptural elements) and asked why I was in a wheel class if I wasn't going to learn how to throw. Honestly, the comments to everyone seemed more insulting than constructive. I had been so excited to get back into an art form I loved, only to feel so much frustration/disappointment. You shouldn't dread having to go to an art class. I took the clay I purchased and didn't attend again. read more

I read many good reviews about this place, so I decided to purchase a private class online. However, they never have any availabilities and they do not reply to my inquiries. I am very disappointed. I have tried to contact them many times to get a refund for the private class I purchased, but they choose not to reply to me. read more

Echo Art Studio is a really great spot. They offer great classes. One of my favorite things about Echo are the glazes - they can make your most average beginner bowl into a true work of art! If you're considering booking a class, jump on it! They fill up quickly! Covid: I felt very safe in this open space - everyone keeps to mask and distance. read more

This is a great studio! I took an intro class with a friend. Classes were small so it wasn't overwhelming and the instructor was super attentive. It makes for a fun challenge to try something new and get out of your comfort zone (and super messy!). Convenient parking as well. If you're curious about giving it a try after watch The Great Pottery Throw Down then don't hesitate--while it isn't nearly as easy as it looks, you'll find it a fun challenge and this is a great studio to start. read more

Dude! Okay, I thought it was just me but after reading other reviews, cool. I took a few classes here a while ago. I always felt really unwelcomed and excluded, like there was some bougie circle of people who went there often, were well practice and were working on big projects to sell or whatever and they mattered more than a newcomer like me. The environment wasn't conducive to my creativity at all - the instructor, classmates or the physical space. By the end of it I almost dreaded going to class which is not how art classes should feel! :( I felt like there wasn't much instruction at all and I didn't feel like I could ask questions when I had them because of the weird energy I got from the people there. I don't know man. It just felt very cliquey, means girls vibes. Another reviewer mentioned white privilege/elitist kinda stuff which I didn't think about but I am a brown girl so ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ & yes it was hard to find and was in a sketchy area so going to night classes alone there aren't ideal. read more

My boyfriend and I decided to take a class here for Valentine's Day. I had told him that I wanted to do this, and he found the studio in an online search. I had such a great time. Yuli was so helpful. We took the class with five other couples. She had wine, chocolates, and cookies for everyone when we got there. After we got to know each other a little bit, there was a lot of laughing. I really appreciate that Yuli helped us all break the ice by telling each other our names and an interesting fact about ourselves. I needed a lot of help during the session because I have acrylic nails, which made it difficult to shape my bowl. Yuli was very understanding and helped me find ways to not let my nails get in the way. I will definitely go back! Also, they are moving locations this coming week and there will ample parking at the new location! read more

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Echo Ceramics is a really well-operated studio, run by Ki and Yuli (both master potters/teachers and kind business owners), equipped with everything you need to learn/create in a safe space surrounded by other potters, artists, and hobbyists all there to support each other in their love of clay! Btw, the new studio on Motor is AMAZING! Congrats! Best wishes in continuing to give us a warm and welcoming place to do our thing! read more

Would give this place ten stars if I could! I have been coming to Echo Ceramics on and off for 5 years and this last year I have recently become a member. Being a member is amazing!! There is a lot of trust and freedom in the studio. Yuli and Ki are a married couple that runs the space and they treat it as their own child. Echo is an amazing place to develop your artistic language plus all the other ceramists here are exceptionally nice and helpful. This is the least pretentious studio I have ever been too and I feel that is a space for real artists to pursue their works. I do all hand building and sculptural works. They have all the table space and tools to accommodate you. For hand building classes I recommend Brenda! I have taken her class at least 6 times. Ok last thing, the new studio space is stunning and surrounded by all these nice restaurants and cafes! read more

I completed Carlos' beginner course and had a terrible time. Carlos was rude and unprofessional. He constantly made inappropriate comments and made my classmates and I extremely uncomfortable. The class was an extremely disappointing experience and Carlos made me hate pottery. Save your money and your time. read more

Excellent instructors that help you if you have no idea what you are doing and have enough jokes to go around and make it an enjoyable experience all around. Stopped by as part of a group and it was definitely an enjoyable event! read more

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This studio is awesome with lots of experienced potters to learn from. The tutoring is excellent and all the basics provided for. The wide range of classes is exiting and promising. Looking forward to an exiting year. read more

The team at Echo Ceramics/Echo Art Studio have been so supportive to the Home Again LA nonprofit. We've worked closely for the past 4-5 years with Yuli Andrianova who has donated beautifully crafted ceramic bowls that we've used for our annual Empty Bowl event. Special thanks to the team for their donations, beautiful work and generosity. read more

The Privileged Ceramic Studio - that's really too small for it's own good. Have been twice this far for a ceramics class and have never felt more uncomfortable for all of the wrong reasons. 1. We made up a Sunday class and felt like we weren't welcomed by the instructor on that day (Monday by Yuli). I drove straight from work -in traffic- from City of Industry!!!! only to be told that I had to wait to see how many other students arrived otherwise I'd have to head home. The website says you can make up missed classes on another day. The whole bit was awkward and again felt very uncomfortable for the wrong reasons. I talked to my partner after this happened and they felt the same exact way. 2. The second time I went the class got a bit awkward from our instructor making a sexist remark about female athletes aimed towards one of my female classmates. Though important, this wasn't the main issue. It was after when we stayed for open studio. We basically got shooed away by some old lady, who came across with a lot of white privilege. So if I put all my shit on the tables to reserve my space later before my class it's cool right? Probably not. There wasn't any more open space on the tables except this one tiny area. Isn't this supposed to be a communal space? Unfortunately from the sentiment I received it seems like you are a subordinate here if your a minority. Both my partner and I are, and both of us felt very weird about this place. STAY AWAY. I've been to other ceramic studios and only here it seems like everyone here is out for themselves and the communal feeling is less communal and more cult-ish. On top of this the NEGATIVES are: -- hard to find parking -- extremely small studio space -- needs more tools -- rude monthly members I called the studio owners right as this happened but it went to voicemail. We'll see what kind of studio this is by how the respond.... UPDATE: Today is 16 days after I left a voicemail. Nothing. Found a more accommodating studio to practice at [COBALT&CLAY] and am super happy about the experience so far. Save yourself a headache and avoid this studio at all costs. read more

I have been a member at Echo Ceramics for almost 10 years, and I love it. Yuli and Ki are both kind and patient, very generous with their time and ready to share their ceramic knowledge, as are all the other teachers. I learned a lot, and I my work and success wouldn't have been the same with them. Also, the studio just changed location and is now in a very friendly neighborhood with plenty of restaurants at walking distance, it is a real plus ! read more

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My partner and I signed up for the Valentine's Day special and we had a fantastic experience. Intimate class size and really wonderful instructor. One on one attention and coaching through the process - great for beginners or more advanced students. We had lots of fun! This is a great date idea or individual experience if you want to get into pottery or create fun memories! read more

I have been a member now at Echo Art studio for over 15 years. It has enhanced my life in so many ways. The owners, Ki and Yuli, are not only wonderful teachers but lovely people to be around. The instruction, the fully stocked supplies, along with excellent materials and clay products are the best. If you are interested in working in clay, or developing your artistic skills in the new art classes you could not find a better place to be. I am so grateful to be part of Echo Art Studio. read more

First off, let me just say that this place is GHETTOOO. This is probably due to the fact that the place doesn't even have a sign in the front. They sent me a text saying to look for a Cleaner's sign and go there instead. I was definitely hesitant... I thought it was some kind of ghetto drug dealing joint.... It actually kinda reminded me of a meth house setting... BUT it really did surprise me for the better. I took a private two person class here for the first time last weekend and our instructor was great. She was helpful and patient. We even got a mini tour of the place. She was great! What wasn't great was us... we sucked... I am almost 100% sure that my bowl will not hold anything... I think theres a hole in it... I mean it wasn't even supposed to be a bowl, but because I sucked so bad, it couldn't be anything else but a bowl... sigh... read more

LOVE this place. My only "complaint" is I wish that they taught a wider variety of classes. I've taken the beginner course for two months running and am about to start my third; Carlos is awesome and gives a solid overview of the basic steps of wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing. The classes are small and you get individualized attention while everyone is practicing...this means you can continue expanding on your knowledge and honing in your technique even while repeating the same class. Around $150 for a month includes four 2-hour classes along with virtually unlimited practice time and clay (there are some restrictions, of course). There is definitely a strong community vibe among the "real studio members" who are all experienced artists. It can feel intimidating (and a little bit cliquey) when you show up during non-class hours and feel like you barely know what you're doing -- but I highly recommend pushing through the discomfort. Everyone is actually very friendly and most are happy to offer tips and input. It's a great opportunity to learn from the pros. read more

This class was SO MUCH FUN and easy going. They let us bring wine and have a good time. They were attentive to everyone and knowledgeable. The only reason for 2 stars is that they lost 4/6 of our bowls. I never got my bowl that i made and for that reason, it would be tough for me to go back. I wish they kept better track of our work. Darn I was so excited about my bowl! read more

Thanks to my good friend Alice, who is a marketing pro by day and a ceramics-idiot savant by night, I decided to enroll in Echo's 8-week (one two-hour class a week) program. Ok, let the Ghost jokes roll. I'm delighted to say that after one class, I've learned so much about ceramic-work. Prior, I had no experience (does Play-doh count?). While I haven't executed any proper throwing yet, I did get a chance to trim and shape two new bowls to start off my collection of many. The instructor was very engaging, and you get to drop in any time to finish your projects. Don't be surprised that in 8 weeks time, I start selling my wares online! Holla! read more

My family and I had a wonderful time! We felt COVID safe since we had the area to ourselves for a private class and had a blast. Yuli was a wonderful teacher! read more

Echo Ceramics is such a great place to get started with wheel-throwing-- I am addicted! I took a short 4 week class with Yuli, and I seriously wished I had signed up for the longer class... the time just went by so fast! Yuli is so helpful, and her instructions and techniques really helped me get a good handle on working with clay. The best part is the practice time included with the class! With all the extra time I've had on my hands recently, I spent quite a bit of it coming to the studio in the afternoons and making bowl, after bowl, after mug, after mug. All the clay you would want is included in the class, and I was so happy to leave at the end of the class with all my newly hand-made creations! I will definitely be coming back when I get the chance. read more

What a lovely new hobby to have and a wonderful, welcoming place to explore it. I took a ceramics class to nurse through a rather rough job change about three years ago. I made so many petite, medicore-beginner bowls...ha ha ha. Thank God for friends and family to bestow them upon. I got a hankering for some more pottery making so I recently went back for a shorter class with Yuli. She was such a welcoming, supportive beginner teacher. I like Echo Ceramics cuz it is setup for you to go in for class once a week and you can continue to make pieces all the time in between. I really recommend this class when you have time to devote and get the most out of it, as it's not a cheap hobby. That being said, the class and access to the studio is well worth the price. So this time I went back and made more than mediocre bowls and mugs. I plan to go back when I get time. Really, how many things in life can you say that you truly made from scratch? (besides cookies). read more

I am just about to start the intermediate class after taking the 4 week beginners class twice with Sarah. She was an excellent instructor and it was exciting that at the end of the first class, we had already made a couple of pieces. No sitting around and just watching! It's also helpful that you can go in on your own and practice and for the beginner class, all the clay you can throw is included. As someone in my first group said, this class is cheaper than therapy...so if you're looking for a relaxing, creative distraction from your day, I definitely recommend taking a class here. Plus you end up with a lot of really cool bowls! read more

I've taken 3 classes now at Echo ceramics and I can confidently say it's the best instruction in LA and the best studio. The teachers are very helpful, as a beginner you can come in during the day and practice free of charge, the prices are reasonable and they have the best glazes I've found and a wide selection of clays. I'm starting my 4th class this week and I'm excited to make more beautiful Christmas gift creations. There are other studios close to me, but I keep coming back To Echo because the others just don't' compare. read more

I was looking to take an art class over the summer & discovered Echo in my neighborhood. I'm glad I signed up for the 8 week class so I have more time to perfect my creations as it's taken me a while to feel comfortable learning all the steps to a perfect bowl. Luckily Yuli has been on hand to help guide us along the process. It's a very encouraging environment. I highly recommend the class to anyone looking for a new hobby, because regardless of your skill level you will make some beautiful pieces to take home and use. read more

I really want to love this place. The prices are reasonable, it's a big, comfortable studio outfitted with all the gear and materials you'll need, and there's a lot of cool stuff going on and a lot to learn. But organization of the very crowded racks of projects in different stages is completely in the hands of members and students. Which is why, as you'll read in other reviews, stuff gets lost or broken pretty regularly. Accidents happen, in all communal art spaces. But if your introduction to Echo Ceramics is through a class, you may not realize (before you show up) that that's what it is: a communal art space, not so much a "school" setting. read more