This studio is located at the outskirts of mission. There is a lot of street parking in front of…read morethe studio. I loved this studio, it was well decorated, cozy, clean and the members/studio staff were all very nice. They also had studio hours that matched well with my schedule. The had really nice glazes with hansen clear being my fav! Hickory gradually became more expensive over time, and they started charging members a firing fee for larger items. Understandable, especially given the current economy. I experienced a few issues with my pots being mishandled. On one occasion, a kiln overheated, causing a large batch of my pieces to bubble. Handful of my pots were damaged during firing because some items were placed in the kiln before they were fully dried.

I took an intro wheel throwing course with no prior experience. I had never thrown on a wheel or…read moreeven set foot in a clay studio before, so everything was completely new to me. Because of that, the class felt overwhelming at times. A lot of information is covered very quickly, not just technique, but also vocabulary, processes, and cleaning procedures. If you're a complete beginner, I strongly recommend watching a few wheel-throwing videos beforehand to feel more prepared. The class includes 25 pounds of clay, which is quite a lot, especially considering that most beginner pieces are around one pound each. I also can't stress enough how important it is to come in during open studio time. A 6-8 week course moves very fast, and extra practice is essential. Unfortunately, my experience was negatively impacted by the instructor. While he was clearly experienced, he lacked patience and often appeared visibly annoyed when I asked basic beginner questions or made mistakes. His tone sometimes felt condescending, which made me uncomfortable and discouraged me from asking for help. That's not the kind of environment you want when learning something completely new. I believe I would have enjoyed the class much more with a different instructor.

Video of Mel, the owner and teacher for some classes. She is very patient and helpful. We were able…read moreto make 2-4 pieces each class.

Love Mel! She's so good to us so welcoming, especially for me being a first timer. I can't wait to…read morecome back and get into the practice

Took a single 2hour wheel throwing class (learning pottery on the wheel) with Lisa…read more She was kind and so technical that all the scary things I had read about first time wheel throwing just didn't hold. The fear just melted away as she guided the class with such confidence and encouragement. Waiting to see how my first pieces turn out. Will come back again for more or sign up for a longer course with Lisa.

Went to the beginners class one day pottery. Very fun to make but instructor does not hand hold…read moreyou. Expected to watch once and work on it on your own while the instructor makes their own items. Luckily my friends and I did research before the class and had a general idea on how to make a shape. Normal wait time to pick up pottery is 4-6 weeks. We waited 4 weeks to get ours. Steven was very friendly for pottery pick up time changes. 100% make a game plan before coming to class because time is limited and instruction is limited. Overall not bad

I'm devastated to hear that Succulence is closing!…read more I've always stopped by whenever I walk down Cortland to admire their beautiful plant collection. The plants are really healthy and they have a wide range of pots and moss planters for sale as well as other plant-y trinkets. The prices are a bit expensive, but for the value and care provided, I feel it's well worth it. The employees have always been really kind and helpful. I've gone just to ask for help and advice on plants I've purchased there, and plants I didn't, and I've always walked away feeling more ready to tackle my plant concerns. They're currently having a final sale event with almost everything 35% off -- so stop by to check out what they have left, say a tearful goodbye, and pick up a sticker to remember them by! Bernal Heights will miss you!

Came for a private group activity and really enjoyed the experience!…read more You will start by selecting your vessel. Succulence offers a good variety from glass terrariums, classic ceramic pots, to vertical gardens or mossy rocks in all different sizes. Some vessels are a flat rate whereas others are build by the minute (yes, you read this right). There were also many varieties of succulents and cacti to choose from. The staff will walk you through compatibility between plants and also compatibility with your work schedule/ability to care for your new plant babies. You will pay for each plant separately as well. In the planting activity, everything is provided for you - tools, gloves, a rainbow assortment of sand and rocks, moss, driftwood...whatever you can imagine! I love my final product! I also really enjoyed the activity overall BUT I also admit that it was a little pricier than what my friends and I originally thought (because we didn't know about the time rate). It's definitely something to keep in mind if you choose to build at Succulence.

Just writing an update here to add a note to my last review. I wrote that non-food safe glazes can…read morebe layered under food safe glazes to make them food safe but have learned since that this isn't true.

What an amazing experience! Our 7 year old has been wanting to try wheel throwing, but it's been…read moredifficult to find a class that allows younger kids/isn't too late in the day. For his birthday, I took him to Clayroom for the try day class on Saturday and we had the best time. The class was easy to follow and they teach you step by step with a demonstration before everyone starts on their own projects. Our instructor was kind and so helpful with the little one. By the end, you get to keep 2 pieces that they help you glaze and fire. Ive never done wheel throwing before and happy that this was my first experience. We can't wait to see our finished pieces in a few weeks! Helpful note: the studio is pretty busy and it was difficult to get a response by phone. We ended up going in person to sign up for the class, but were told that email is best form of contact!

The artist Sirron has a bad attitude that is intolerant, bigoted and worst of all, unprofessional…read more Here's the story: I came to this artist in order to have a cover done for my upcoming book about blowing the whistle on Google. Everything was going ok however, at some point Sirron asked if I had "conservative" ideals. I was taken aback a bit, but I answered honestly that I said that I am conservative, due to my experience being inside of Google and how I saw them become evil and how I'm trying to stop their agenda. He literally then goes into a tirade about how everyone who's conservative is evil, and how whites have ruined the planet and how I should move out of San Francisco because no one wants conservatives here, and how he will never work with anyone who is a conservative -- Wow. Really unprofessional attitude. And just to set the record clear, I didn't insult Sirron or anything like that. He just tore into me because he wanted to. He could have just been professional and declined the work offer, thus avoided sharing his intolerant, prejudicial and inflammatory remarks. But nope. I really wish I had recorded the conversation somehow because this sort of encounter would have gone viral on social media. Seriously, it was that bad. Other's be warned!

I'm surprised nobody did a review after that amazing opening last night and I'm even more surprised…read moreI have a first review in San Francisco! Sirron Norris' new space is bright and welcoming. The characters are very fun - big blue bears, fat cats, and living cityscapes all in vibrant colors. 2010 is going to be Sirron's year. He's creating a global brand right here in the mission - murals, prints, shirts, hoodies, wallplates, and he's even done his own video game! Stay tuned for more fun stuff coming out of this studio!

Took classes here for several terms / years, and stopped going in Feb 2026. Most of the teachers…read moreare great (shoutout Jenny and Ryan), except the owner Adam. He repeatedly was rude, condescending, and belittling to me when I asked for help (umm... who's gonna tell him it's a school?!?) He also found it appropriate to make a racist joke to me (called my keffiyeh, a "terrorist rag"), and often made sexual jokes, in a room full of women. When I texted and emailed about my issues, Adam ignored me. No response (and have the receipts for it). I disputed my class charges to which he did not fight... but was majorly disappointed in my experiences overall. Would not go back nor recommend.

Amazing experience! Adam is the jeweler you want by your side for a unique DIY engagement or…read morewedding band ring from start to finish. The process with him is engaging and fun; he is an excellent teacher with methods that are easy to follow. Adam's experience shines through guiding us beginners, helping to possibly avoid common pitfalls, and he is patient when you miss his queues. Adam approaches his work with joy and integrity, always remembering he's working with people, not simply a transaction. He is transparent about costs. And he is forthright based on his experience. Adam is more than fair and reasonable in all respects. For my wife's engagement ring, which was more complex for a beginner, Adam informed me it would take longer and require more of his hands-on assistance. The result was a stunning, unique piece that my wife and I absolutely love. I can't thank Adam enough for his support and expertise in making this happen! I wish there was a better-than 5-star option! This is a way to be a human and do business, well done Adam!

Cam was an amazing host! We had such a great time and haven't laughed that hard in a really long…read moretime when we did the dj battle at the end. HIGHLY recommend to anyone looking to have fun with their team.

Fantastic remote team workshop! Everyone loved getting outside their houses and spray painting…read more The few of us in office have these displayed at our desk. Everyone's was original and looked great. The host was engaging and knew a lot about the topic. Kept things flowing. They made the logistics easy for me, as the coordinator. And it was in our budget, great value.