It's been about a year since I started taking pottery classes at Something Earthy and it literally has been a true joy. Though I still feel pretty insanely novice on the wheel, I've pumped out some pieces that I'm pretty proud of... and many pieces that... could use some work lol. Linda is the owner and head teacher at the studio and she is quite literally the best. She is SUPER friendly, always willing to help, and honestly has become someone who I consider a friend. Something Earthy is not just a studio that offers weekly classes though, there is a pottery shop that is filled with her work, students work, and other local artisan's crafts. As if that isn't a enough, Linda also makes homemade jams and jellys and freeze dried candy that she sells in the store portion. There are also small classes for younger children where they can choose a pre-molded ceramic and paint it. Linda even grows produce and sells it during the season. But yeah, it has become one of my favorite little retreats. This is the epitomy of a hidden gem and I could go on blushing about how amazing this place is for pages, but rather than TLDR-ing you, I'll just say that if you're in the area - or even if you're not - you should stop by shop and inquire about classes. read more

Unfortunately, my experience during the past two months was not a success. As a virtual beginner, I did not have six classes in the studio. I had six visits to the studio where I was mostly on my own. After some guidance during the first couple of classes, I was usually left to figure out what to do by myself. I didn't see the owner/instructor many times until an hour or hour and a half of my "class" began. Often when I did see you, it was just a casual hello sort of thing. Far from instruction. Overall, I was provided one or two demos of the various steps. I never mastered centering or trimming. I threw away about 1/4 of my clay because pieces flew off the wheel or the base collapsed. During my third or fourth time in the studio, I specifically remember the owner said to me, "You forgot what we talked about before..." It usually takes beginners three or four times to "get it" and incorporate learning into short term memory... The one time (first and only) the owner showed me glazing, she chided me for leaving the piece in too long. Strangely, that is one of the only pieces I actually have kept. Subsequent glazing was a disaster with tong marks and color unevenness. I threw away four finished pieces. I got some glazing assistance from an experienced "student" on my final two pieces. She was kind enough to help me use the bottles of glaze, find and use the brushes and try a different approach without dipping. Sadly, the base of the plate that I glazed by hand doesn't sit evenly on a surface, so I am not sure it will be the 10th anniversary gift that I intended. When I originally found Something Earthy's website, "class time" and "studio time" were advertised and new students were only taken on a particular schedule. I expected six classes of instruction. When I was a graduate school professor, I was in the classroom with my students for the full scheduled time of classes. I was their guide, their instructor and my assignment was to teach them and expand their knowledge of the subject matter. Advertising "class time" is misleading! I did not ask the owner for refund or concessions of any kind. I shared with her that I wanted to express my deep disappointment in what I experienced, as I was SO hopeful that pottery would become a life-long love for me as it was for her. I also encouraged the owner to either reconsider her approach with beginners or just advertise the studio to experienced artisans. read more

Art on the Farm is amazing. Wonderful music, artisians, and food. A great place to bring the family for a fun Fall event. Children can paint pottery, feed goats and more. I had a great time doing some Christmas shopping. read more

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The best place ever! This was my first time ever using a pottery wheel and Linda taught me with patience and caring. I love it. It is peaceful, beautiful and fun. I love the pottery that I have made and will continue making different things in the future. The value of the teaching is priceless! read more

What a gem! We saw some posters while driving on route 108 pointing to an art show from 4-9pm & thought "why not?" So glad we did. What an enchanting visit. Linda's pottery studio & shop is located on her property where she has goats, chickens & mini ponies. In her shop, she sells her & other local artists work along with local honey, farm fresh eggs, homemade lotions & oils. She also teaches pottery during the week. Once a month in the summer they have bands & food, check the website for their calendar. Linda is very nice, you could just give her a call with questions. Finding this place really made my Saturday & I'll definitely be returning. read more

The best pottery studio and the owner is a great artisan.