Adult Pottery Classes & Workshops
Cream City Clay offers wheel throwing and hand building (an ancient technique of creating forms without a wheel using hands, fingers and tools) for the beginner to the most advanced.
Wheel classes include teen wheel, wheel I and wheel II, and couples night out. Hand building classes may include coil building, pinch pots, slab building, mosaics, jewelry making, figurines or tile making.
All Materials are included unless otherwise noted.
Classes are available for all levels of pottery skills.
A New Schedule of classes is released 6 times a year every 8-9 weeks
View the current calendar at the bottom of this page. See the current session & click on a class to see a description
Enrolled in a class and need an at Home Option: Work from home kits will be available to aid in working from home for those who can’t be in-person for class. Please call and we can set this up. 414-249-5902
Cancelation Policy: A full refund will be issued if class is canceled. A full refund minus a $15 processing fee for withdrawal from class 14 days prior to the start of class. No refunds or transfers 13 days or less before the start of class (Unless we can fill your spot)
Upcoming Adult Pottery Classes
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| Couples Night Out 6/26/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 6/26/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Adult Pottery Wheel I: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Monday PM |
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| Hand Building Level I: Summer 2026, 6 weeks Monday PM |
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| Centerpieces: Platters, Lidded Jars & Hedges |
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| Adult Pottery Wheel II: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Tuesday AM |
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| Adult Pottery Wheel II: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Tuesday PM |
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| Adult Pottery Wheel I: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Wednesday AM |
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| Hand Building 1.5: Summer, 2026 6 weeks Wednesday Afternoon |
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| Adult Pottery Wheel II: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Wednesday PM |
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| Glaze Application Summer 2026 |
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| Hand Building Level II: Summer 2026, 6 weeks Thursday PM |
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| Adult Pottery Wheel I: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Thursday PM |
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| Couples Night Out 7/10/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/10/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/17/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/17/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/24/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/24/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/31/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 7/31/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/7/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/7/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/14/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/14/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/21/26 (Wheel) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/21/26 (Handbuilding) |
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| Couples Night Out 8/28/26 (Wheel) |
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Pottery Wheel Classes
7 Week Adult pottery wheel classes for all levels of pottery skill.
A new session of classes is offered every two months
*Classes are non-refundable or (transferable to a different session) for cancelations less than 14 days before class begins unless we can fill your spot.
Adult Pottery Wheel I: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Monday PM
Event Phone: 414-249-5902
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Monday PM
July 6, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 13, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 20, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 27, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 3, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 10, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Take your throwing to the next level. Lids-Handles-Plates and More! Create lighter refined shapes, throw larger & learn new surface techniques.
Adult Pottery Wheel II: Summer 2026, 7 weeks Tuesday AM
Event Phone: 414-249-5902
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Tue AM
July 7, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Tue AM
July 14, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Tue AM
July 21, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Tue AM
July 28, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Tue AM
August 4, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Tue AM
August 11, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Tue AM
August 18, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Learn to take the basics of throwing further on a potter’s wheel in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Some prior experience necessary.
Event Phone: 414-249-5902
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Tue PM
July 7, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Tue PM
July 14, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Tue PM
July 21, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Tue PM
July 28, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Tue PM
August 4, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Tue PM
August 11, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Tue PM
August 18, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Learn the basics of throwing on a potter’s wheel in a fun and friendly atmosphere. No previous clay or art experience necessary.
Event Phone: 414-249-5902
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Wednesday AM
July 8, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Wednesday AM
July 15, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Wednesday AM
July 22, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Wednesday AM
July 29, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Wednesday AM
August 5, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Wednesday AM
August 12, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm -
Wednesday AM
August 19, 2026
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Learn to take the basics of throwing further on a potter’s wheel in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Some prior experience necessary.
Event Phone: 414-249-5902
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Wednesday PM
July 8, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Wednesday PM
July 15, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Wednesday PM
July 22, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Wednesday PM
July 29, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Wednesday PM
August 5, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Wednesday PM
August 12, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Wednesday PM
August 19, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Learn to take the basics of throwing further on a potter’s wheel in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Some prior experience necessary.
Event Phone: 414-249-5902
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Thursday PM
July 9, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Thursday PM
July 16, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Thursday PM
July 23, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Thursday PM
July 30, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Thursday PM
August 6, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Thursday PM
August 13, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm -
Thursday PM
August 20, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Learn to take the basics of throwing further on a potter’s wheel in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Some prior experience necessary.
Hand-Building (Sculpture) Classes
Multi-Week Adult hand-building classes for all levels of skill.
New session of classes is offered every two months
*Classes are non-refundable or (transferable to a different session) for cancelations less than 14 days before class begins unless we can fill your spot.
Event Phone: (414) 249-5902
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Monday PM
July 6, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 13, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 20, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 27, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 3, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 10, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Staff
Hand Building I : 6 weeks Monday PM 6pm- 8:30pm Summer: 7/6/26- 8/10/26 Inst: Olivia Tharpgeorge Level: Beginning – Intermediate Learn the basics of creating clay objects by hand using the methods of coil construction, soft & hard slab and the most basic of pinch. You will learn how to use the slab roller, extruder, (more…)
Event Phone: (414) 249-5902
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Monday PM
July 6, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 13, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 20, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
July 27, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 3, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Monday PM
August 10, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Centerpieces: Platters, Lidded Jars & Hedges Mondays 6pm-8:30pm Summer: 7/6/26-8/10/26 6:30pm-8pm Inst: Andrew Meyler Level: Beginning – Intermediate Ceramics as a medium has a history that is intertwined with food and floral arranging. From the presentation of a table to the storage of food, ceramic objects serve the mundane and the ornate. This course will (more…)
Event Phone: (414) 249-5902
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Wednesday Afternoon
July 8, 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm -
Wednesday Afternoon
July 15, 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm -
Wednesday Afternoon
July 22, 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm -
Wednesday Afternoon
July 29, 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm -
Wednesday Afternoon
August 5, 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm -
Wednesday Afternoon
August 12, 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Staff
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Victor Jimenez
Victor Hugo Jimenez is a ceramic artist who is a recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Victor is a studio technician and instructor at Cream City Clay supporting our artist community in self expression. Victor is also an Artist Educator working within Milwaukee Public Schools to provide young artists the tools and knowledge to expand their creative journeys.
Hand Building 1.5: 6 weeks Wednesday Afternoon 1:30pm-4pm Summer: 7/8/26-8/12/26 1:30pm-4pm Inst: Victor Jimenez Level: Beginning – Intermediate Going beyond the basics of creating clay objects by hand using the methods of coil construction, soft & hard slab and the most basic of pinch. You will learn how to use the slab roller, extruder, slump, (more…)
Event Phone: (414) 249-5902
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Thursday PM
July 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Thursday PM
July 16, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Thursday PM
July 23, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Thursday PM
July 30, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Thursday PM
August 6, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Thursday PM
August 13, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Staff
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Victor Jimenez
Victor Hugo Jimenez is a ceramic artist who is a recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Victor is a studio technician and instructor at Cream City Clay supporting our artist community in self expression. Victor is also an Artist Educator working within Milwaukee Public Schools to provide young artists the tools and knowledge to expand their creative journeys.
Hand Building II Beginning & Beyond: 6 weeks Thursday PM 6pm-8:30pm Summer: 6wks Thursday 7/9/26 – 8/13/26 6pm-8:30pm Inst: Victor Jimenez Level: Intermediate-Experienced (Prerequisite: You must have taken a minimum 6 week beginning hand-building class) Take your art to the next level. Investigate multiples, functional objects or purely artistic pieces. Incorporate mixed materials. Students will (more…)
Couples Night Out
Have a hands-on clay experience with your favorite someone or best pal. Cherish the memories each time you use your handmade pottery at home. New classes will be released every two months
*Classes are non-refundable or (transferable to a different night) for cancelations less than 14 days before class begins unless we can fill your spot.
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Friday
June 26, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Try the potter’s wheel and have a hands on clay experience with your favorite someone or best pal. No experience necessary. Each person has their own wheel. Participants usually make two pieces and have time to decorate them with beautiful colors and designs. Aprons are available and all supplies included.
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Friday
June 26, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Couples Night Out 6/26/26 (Hand Building) Come learn about the art of ceramics with a good friend and create your own handbuilt project. Join us for this 2 ½ hour class and learn to construct a piece using tools such as the slabroller and extruder. Projects may include bowls, decorative plates, mugs, and planters. There (more…)
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Friday
July 10, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Try the potter’s wheel and have a hands on clay experience with your favorite someone or best pal. No experience necessary. Each person has their own wheel. Participants usually make two pieces and have time to decorate them with beautiful colors and designs. Aprons are available and all supplies included.
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Friday
July 10, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Couples Night Out 7/10/26 (Hand Building) Come learn about the art of ceramics with a good friend and create your own handbuilt project. Join us for this 2 ½ hour class and learn to construct a piece using tools such as the slabroller and extruder. Projects may include bowls, decorative plates, mugs, and planters. There (more…)
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Friday
July 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Try the potter’s wheel and have a hands on clay experience with your favorite someone or best pal. No experience necessary. Each person has their own wheel. Participants usually make two pieces and have time to decorate them with beautiful colors and designs. Aprons are available and all supplies included.
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Friday
July 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Couples Night Out 7/17/26 (Hand Building) Come learn about the art of ceramics with a good friend and create your own handbuilt project. Join us for this 2 ½ hour class and learn to construct a piece using tools such as the slabroller and extruder. Projects may include bowls, decorative plates, mugs, and planters. There (more…)
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Friday
July 24, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Try the potter’s wheel and have a hands on clay experience with your favorite someone or best pal. No experience necessary. Each person has their own wheel. Participants usually make two pieces and have time to decorate them with beautiful colors and designs. Aprons are available and all supplies included.
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Friday
July 24, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Couples Night Out 7/24/26 (Hand Building) Come learn about the art of ceramics with a good friend and create your own handbuilt project. Join us for this 2 ½ hour class and learn to construct a piece using tools such as the slabroller and extruder. Projects may include bowls, decorative plates, mugs, and planters. There (more…)
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Friday
July 31, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Try the potter’s wheel and have a hands on clay experience with your favorite someone or best pal. No experience necessary. Each person has their own wheel. Participants usually make two pieces and have time to decorate them with beautiful colors and designs. Aprons are available and all supplies included.
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Friday
July 31, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Couples Night Out 7/31/26 (Hand Building) Come learn about the art of ceramics with a good friend and create your own handbuilt project. Join us for this 2 ½ hour class and learn to construct a piece using tools such as the slabroller and extruder. Projects may include bowls, decorative plates, mugs, and planters. There (more…)
Specialty Workshops
Throughout the year, Cream City Clay offers the opportunity to learn additional pottery skills with specialty workshops. Guest artisans in the past have shared their skills in Raku, sculpting, glazing and taller pieces.
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Glaze Application
July 8, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Glaze Application
July 15, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Glaze Application
July 22, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Glaze Application
July 29, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Glaze Application
August 5, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm -
Glaze Application
August 12, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Staff
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Liz Lewandowski
Liz has a BA from Concordia College, WI. She is an extremely talented hand-builder and sculptor. She has taught classes for CCC since 2014, many of her own unique design. Liz is also the head of glaze mixing and kiln operation. Thanks to her we have 21 hand-mixed glazes, 8 slips and 4 oxide washes. In addition she keeps 3 kilns firing up to 3 times per week, all while keeping a wicked sense of humor. “I’m an Illustrator by trade but have found a special place in my heart for ceramics. I enjoy making 3d pieces of art and then incorporating drawings and designs in the the surface. I specialize in dragons, monsters and all things nightmarish!” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lsquaredstudio/?hl=en
GLAZE APPLICATION: WED 6:00-8:30 PM Summer: 7/8/26-8/12/26 Inst. Liz Lewandowski Struggle with glazing? Looking to do more than dip glazing? Or maybe you want to learn how a glaze can have more flow? This is the class for you! This is a good opportunity to learn how to work with a glaze and tweak it (more…)
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Kids & Teen Events
Kids classes, summer clay camp sessions, and parent/child classes.
Adult Classes
Adult pottery classes, workshops, couples pottery events and more.