Our daughter has been going to Norris Arts every week for 6 years, and we finally understand the magnetic pull to Ted & Anna's studio! My husband and I enjoyed a date night lesson last night and IT WAS SO FUN!!! Can't wait to return in 2 weeks for a glazing lesson and to be in community with creatives. It made all the heavy stuff fall away for a couple hours! Ted was an amazing teacher and so patient and encouraging. We're hooked!! read more

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If you are looking for a fun and relaxing way to unleash your creativity, I highly recommend Norris Arts. I took a class (well technically two in a valentine's day special class which was an amazing value) there over the last 2 weeks and I was amazed by how much I learned and enjoyed. Ted is not only a talented artist, but also a patient and inspiring teacher. He showed me how to turn a lump of clay into a beautiful bowl, step by step, with clear instructions and helpful tips. He also encouraged me to experiment with different shapes, textures, and colors, and to express my own style and vision. He made me feel confident and proud of my work, even though I had no prior experience with pottery. The studio itself is a cozy and inviting space. There are plenty of tools and materials to choose from, and everything is clean and organized. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive, and you can chat with other students or work quietly at your own pace. Ted is always there to answer your questions, offer feedback, or just share his passion for art. He creates a stress-free environment where you can relax and have fun. I had a wonderful time at Norris Arts, and I can't wait to go back for another session. I learned a lot and brought home multiple unique pieces of art that I love. It is a hidden gem in the Camas and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try something new and creative. read more

Norris Arts Studio & Gallery - First time clay handler reporting in - 10/10 would make a mess again! - Art Classes Near Me - Camas, Washington

I took a few years of ceramics in high school, and for YEARS I've been wanting to find a studio to take back up this hobby. Both the class and open studio options looked great, and after a few months, I've been throwing really nice looking pots again! It's the highlight of my week. Ted and the rest of the staff are amazing. They're patient, knowledgeable, and the studio is absolutely loaded with everything you could possibly need for either wheel throwing or hand building. I'm so glad I found this place read more

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One of my favorite place! I received a birthday gift of pottery 101 at Norris Arts studio to learn pottery from scratch. It's great price and I get a full 2 hours of time to learn and practice for just $50. I had no experience before, but I appreciate the Norris Art crew are so patient and made sure my experience was seamless! The first 30 mins, the instructor will teach you all the basics on how to use the spinning wheel, what are the different tools, what is the correct posture and step by step instruction on how to make a pot. The next an hour and half are practicing time that I got to practice on my own with three different pieces of clays. The first two pieces are smaller clays while the last piece you get to combine two clays. It's definitely harder to manipulate through the clay while it's heavier. Post spinning wheel, you get to choose colors/ glaze for each of your piece. They have so many colors you can choose from, and you can also be creative by combine different colors. In 201 you will get to learn how to trim the bottom as well as doing your own glaze. Definitely worth learning! Tip: I got the instructor sample clay as an additional gift because I finished first one in the class for my first piece! It's a cute little jar, so try to finish early! read more

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Some family and I had the pleasure of going to Norris Arts yesterday for a special birthday Pottery 101 class and I cannot say enough good things about the whole thing! It was only $50 for the class and it included 30 minutes of instruction and demonstration from the owner himself, an hour and a half of practice (with help from the instructor whenever we failed), 3 pieces of finished pottery, and a whole lot of fun! Ted was super nice and so knowledgeable! He helped me fix my disasters multiple times and worked one on one with each of us on what we were struggling with. He helped us laugh about our mistakes and constantly made sure that we were having fun and not super frustrated. I definitely plan on going back for the 201 class and some open studio hours so I can better learn now to manipulate and become the "boss" of that clay! read more

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Ongoing patron of this establishment. Great, friendly, intimate environment. Ted and Anna are a lovely couple who are great resources for all things pottery. I love the music and low key vibe. They are well equipped with supplies. Very fair price for classes. read more

Ted has been practicing pottery for before I was born. Made everything very simple and made things look so easy. It however wasn't as easy for me lol, but he was very approachable for help and helped everyone super quickly. he definitely has a true passion for his art. If you want a Bob Ross happy accidents type of experience definitely come here. read more

What a "super-wonderful" experience I had with Ted and Anna at Norris Arts. This was my first time working with clay/pottery and I had so much fun I can't wait to introduce my sweetie to this experience on our next date night (hmm, wonder if I can bring some wine - ha). My inner child was awakened, as I discovered there's no end to my creativity. I really appreciated how Ted guided me through my first piece; he was knowledgeable, humorous and patient and allowed me to delve into whatever my piece was transforming into! I would highly recommend this the absolute gem of a creative outlet, for families, kids, dates or just "me" time. read more

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2 years in and I still visit Norris EVERY WEEK! It is amazing and I think everyone should find a place that is as welcoming and inviting! Go here. Take a class. Support small business...You won't be sad read more

Honestly the best place to learn pottery and practice the craft in the Vancouver/Camas/Washougal area. Ted and Anna (owners) have 10 potters wheels, a slab roller, glazing supplies and tools. Their two kilns are always running. They offer beginner and intermediate classes and tons of open hours for monthly subscribers. On top of being great owners, the crew of people that coming in to Make are super friendly and supportive. read more

Great art studio and space! Camas is a calm, easy drive from anywhere around Portland/Vancouver. Nice shopping center with parking, new businesses, convenience store, and Dutch brothers. The owners are authentic, passionate, and great instructors. In the basics class, i didn't realize I'd learn so much in just 2 hours and will end up with 3 handmade, beautiful pieces i'm going to cherish. Never tried pottery before. It was such a mindful experience. read more

Ted and Anna are amazing. I've been wanting to try pottery for a while now and a guy named Chris Brotigan (Grass Hopper Pottery) suggested Norris Arts. I had a few girlfriends and my mom try an intro class and it was a ton of fun. Definitely signing up for the pottery 201 - 3 class course. Ted is a pot doctor. He fixes basically any mistake you make while giving you a lot of room to work on your own pieces. Can't wait to get my new planters. read more

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Today was our first time ever "throwing clay". My daughter and I love to try new things and this sounded fun. We took the 101 class, it's two hours. There is a half hour of instruction with demonstration and then your off to create. The instructor/owners were there every step of the way to help, they were FABULOUS! We got to make as many pieces as we could in the time allowed. Most people made 2-3. Everyone's came out different and so fun! The cost of the class was incredibly reasonable for all that we got to do. In the end we got to pick out the colors for our pieces and go pick them up in a couple weeks. I would Highly recommend Norris Art. We will be back to do more and learn more. They have classes for all skill levels. Check them out, the owners were so great! read more

We held my daughter's 6th birthday party there and I couldn't be happier. Ted and Anna were exceedingly patient and professional. They had a plan of action and the girls enjoyed creating their sweet gnome and beautiful rose. They went above and beyond in making sure each girl was taken care of with each step along the way. The end product was impressive for this age range and we can't wait to pick the items up after color and glazing are complete! Advice to parents: you know your children so if their attention span is limited, plan elsewhere. The allotted 2 hours were just the right amount of time for these girls. Otherwise, create and enjoy! You're in good hands with Ted and Anna. read more

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Had a fantastic, fun morning with the beginner's class - Ned was a wonderful teacher making the class easy to follow and lots of fun. Excellent introduction if you're looking to see whether it's your 'thing' - not sure it was my calling - but I certainly enjoyed myself! read more

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I came here with my 10 year old step son this morning for the 101 intro class. It was a great experience. Ted does a 30 minute demonstration and then you are off to explore on your own. Ted and Anna are really helpful in fixing your mistake while letting you experience clay art at your leisure. You get to make 3 bowls. You learn how to use a wheel and you get to control with a foot pedal. Afterwards, you get to pick your glaze color for your bowels, you can choose a glaze for the inside and the outside as well. It was an awesome experience and it was very relaxing. Centering can be a challenge and they do offer a centering class. My step son did very well and he loved it, we will definately com read more

My husband and I have attended 3 of the introductory date night offers. We even got some friends signed up for pottery and a good time was had by all. Ted is very patient and the value that is included in his classes are the best I have come across. He takes care of all the trimming and prep work so you can come back the next week to glaze your wares. Ted helps you make pieces that you can be proud of. We will definitely be signing up for the more advanced courses. Ted has classes for all skill levels so if you are looking to start a new hobby or get back into potting, Norris Arts is the place to be. read more

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Norris Arts is an amazing place... what makes it amazing are Ted & Anna. They are passionate about art and it shows! Our family spent the morning learning how to work with clay at their Camas studio & had an awesome time. We give them our highest rating. And, when we asked our kids to rate their experience today- they said, "We give it 1,000 out of 10 stars!!!" read more

Norris Arts Studio & Gallery - Art Classes Near Me - Camas, Washington

Ted and Anna are wonderful! I have been wanting to try clay throwing for a long time and cannot rave enough how supportive and helpful they were. Ted lead my class with an easy to understand demo and was patient with each student as we practiced on the wheel- most of us had limited to zero experience. I went back in to trim my pieces and worked with Anna. She showed me many techniques and was also extremely patient. I cannot wait to go back to learn how to glaze my pieces. I also look forward to visiting this studio more often to continue playing and creating. Ted and Anna were helpful with explaining the different studio options. Highly recommend! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Norris Arts and the Norris family. If you are looking for a welcoming community of potters, look no further. People will embrace you as their own here while still giving you the space to zen out and explore the joy of pottery at your own pace. They are also very flexible and just happy to help you get your pottery fix in however they can. Doesn't hurt that they have the best prices in town either! Highly, highly recommended, whether you are a first timer or wanting to get back into it or experienced and looking for access to a work space or more tools and good old pottery comaraderie. read more

What a great time and fun activity for groups. Ted and Anna are awesome and patient. Great teachers that will guide you to try and create an awesome piece. I will definitely be back. read more

My granddaughter and I attended the Pottery 101 Intro class and had a fantastic time. Ted gave great instructions and was very patient with our beginner's hands. We actually finished several pieces and can't wait to see how they turned out after glazing. If you want to have fun and love to work with your hands, Norris Arts is the place to go! read more

The owner (Ted) is so patient! He's a fabulous teacher and can work with any level of student, from "never thrown on a wheel" beginners to "Oh, please, I've been doing this for years" hobbyists. He goes out of his way to help people build whatever clay idea they have. Don't want to throw on a wheel? No problem! He's very happy to have people hand building as well. He's one of the most wonderful teachers I've ever found. I enjoy my time there and find it immensely relaxing. read more

Took my granddaughter and her friend for a Saturday "beginner's session." They both had a great time and we were recipients of some of their craftwork. read more

Ted the owner is super nice n really with patient and passion on teaching throwing clay! This is my first time on the wheel n I had sooo much fun! Definitely go there again. And I made three pots! read more

Norris Arts Studio & Gallery - Art Classes Near Me - Camas, Washington

Norris Arts is warm, welcoming and fun! We had a group of 8 booked for 2 weekend sessions learning pottery. Ted, the owner, is so fun, patient and kind. None of us had any previous experience with pottery and we had the best time! We will be back as it was so fun. What a great addition to our community. Friendly, fun and fantastic sums up our experience. read more

THE BEST way to spend an evening on your own or with friends. Even if you've never used a pottery wheel you'll come away feeling like a pro thanks to the help of owner/artist Ted. He guides you through every step of the way and makes it so much fun! If you're REALLY lucky, his wife, Anna, will be there too. She's hilarious. You'll want to come back over and over. And you can! And create something new each time. Love this pottery studio!! read more

Date night at the pottery studio....the most fun ever! We got to throw some special pieces, under the tutelage of the wonderful owner/master potter, Ted Norris, so have something beautiful and fun to remember our time with. Granted, we have been married for over 30 years, but this was one of the most fun date nights together my husband and I have had! We highly recommend stopping by the studio for date night or classes no matter what your age is or your experience in throwing clay! read more