Love this studio! I've taken two 6 week classes and love the vibe. Good glazes, good clay options and tons of friendly people. Abby was super knowledgeable and challenged me to be better. I'm thankful for the community here. Everyone has been super friendly and encouraging. read more

Became a member after taking a class with the owner Hannah and it has been a wonderful 3rd space! I'm a novice and folks are always happy to answer questions and support one another. There's always something being fired and love all of the glaze options!! read more

Mudworks Ceramics Studio - So far... - Art Classes Near Me - El Cerrito, California

Came here when I heard that they were hosting a pottery Throwdown and ice cream social. Everyone was super welcoming so I came back with my partner for a slip casting class. This was also great and have found a mud-loving community that's been great for my partner and myself. read more

Mudworks Ceramics Studio - Just a small cup I threw and drew. - Art Classes Near Me - El Cerrito, California

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Wouldn't recommend. It's a waste of money unless you are a pro looking for a studio....

I was a complete newbie to ceramics and took a 6-week wheel throwing class last year. I'm totally hooked! The teachers are great and really tailor classes to what you are looking to learn about or make. I took another class and then became a member because I wanted to focus on my own projects. Overall, I highly recommend Mudworks! You have access to all the tools and supplies you need, in addition to a great range of glazes. The atmosphere in the studio is friendly, fun, and helpful - I am really grateful for the little community they're making here. read more

This is a wonderful studio. Great lessons for people new and experienced. And lovely community vibes! Highly recommend!

I'm a member at this studio, and I love it! Everything there is very well thought out and implemented, the space is nice and well organized, all needed tools are provided, and there are clear and reasonable rules and expectations. The classes are taught by kind and incredibly experienced instructors, and the community is overall very kind and respectful. read more

Mudworks is a dream pottery studio for newbies and experts alike. Amazing people, super well organized and clean, and the best atmosphere. All of my pieces come out safely and well cared for. I recently took a class with Evan Cory, and it was phenomenal. The owner Hannah always gives me help and positive encouragement around the studio, and all of the instructors are caring and invested in their students. Hannah has really created a wonderful community. Thank you Mudworks! I can't wait to take another class. read more

My friend and I joined a 6-week hand building class at this studio in El Cerrito. We live in Walnut Creek and Lafayette. While there were some things we learned, there was a lot that was frustrating: - the first class started with making an animal which neither of us were really interested in. It seemed like a waste of a lesson - the cost includes 25lbs worth of clay which seemed overkill. I used about half of it because there simply isn't time in 6 weeks to use it all - It would have been better if we could pay for the clay we used rather than pay for an amount that we would not use. - firing only happens when the studio has enough items, which environmentally makes sense but isn't often enough for a six-week course, and there is no way to find out the date for when something will be fired. The result is that I finished the 6 weeks and was unable to take anything home and have to guess when it might be fired and then drive back to El Cerrito to pick it up. That might be easier for people that live in the area but not helpful for those that live further away. It might be easier to make this work if you live in the area and can make use of the 3 hours per week studio time to go and make additional items. I would not sign up for this series of classes again. read more

Mudworks is such a friendly and welcoming place to make ceramics! I've come here both as a student taking classes and as a member, met lots of great people, and come a long way in my own pottery practice. They're always adding new tools to the studio and hosting fun workshops, and I'm excited to see what events they'll put on in the future. It's a great local gathering place for the pottery community! read more

this was the worst experience ever. the owner and instructors are rud. I paid for 4 classes and only attended one because I didn't like it. it's a waste of money DO NOT BUY!!! read more

Fantastic studio with a great inclusive community and a wide offering of classes and membership options. Highly recommend.

I took both the six week hand-building class and the beginner wheel-throwing class here, and I had an incredible experience! The teachers are fantastic, knowledgeable, encouraging, and passionate about ceramics. What really sets this studio apart is the welcoming and inspiring community they've built. There's a great mix of beginners just starting out and experienced ceramicists creating amazing work, which makes for a really dynamic and inspiring environment. I loved it so much that I became a member to have 24/7 access, and it's been amazing to connect with so many creative people. This is the perfect community to learn and experiment with a new craft. read more

We had a fun semi private lesson at mudworks. My mom was a ceramics teacher, but I learned more in my one hour class then all my years with my mom..sorry mom! Super fun, Lauren is great, highly recommend! read more

Mudworks Ceramics Studio - Our creations! - Art Classes Near Me - El Cerrito, California

I signed up for a private class here for a date night. I didn't get an official confirmation of the reservation or a detailed "what to expect" communication, which would have put me at ease leading up to the event. Also, it was pretty expensive and then it ended up not being private (there were others working in the space during our class). Although everyone was friendly and added to the fun, it would be good to know since it's not exactly advertised as a group setting. The class was fun and relaxing, but after over a month I kept having to ask when our pieces would be finished. They kept telling me to come back another time. Finally, when I asked again over email, they admitted that they probably broke. This was really heart breaking. I'd understand if it was one item, but all of them?? They could have been straight forward with me and handled it so much better. Overall, a disappointing experience and I wouldn't pay for a private lesson again. read more

I'm on my second round of classes at Mudworks. It is a great place to learn both wheel and slab construction from highly qualified instructors. They also have memberships and their classes come with free independent studio time each week. The entire staff is always willing to help. It's on a really nice little block with ample street parking. Mudworks sells tools and clay for those who need it. They also have a large array of tools to use while there. Fellow potters are very responsible about cleaning up after themselves so the work areas stay nicely clean. The studio recycles clay religiously so everyone is good about disposing of scraps or slip to facilitate this process. Only caveat is that classes beginning or ending near the pm rush hour will hit a lot of traffic on 80. read more

What a fun cozy atmosphere to find community, connection, and creative expression! It's been such a pleasure making art at Mudworks and the classes are so enriching. Highly recommend this place! read more

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I just finished a six week class here and it was so much fun! I'm new to pottery and it was a great place to start. Class sizes are small and my teacher (Robbie) was super knowledgeable and helpful. I've already signed up for my next six week class series and I'm excited to keep learning. read more

Mudworks Ceramics Studio - Some of my finished pieces from my six week class series. - Art Classes Near Me - El Cerrito, California

I just moved to the area and what a great find. Very small class size, fun knowledgeable teaches, in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend Lynne Meade classes. read more

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As a hobbyist sculptor with a lot of goofy ideas and no professional training beyond whatever I remember from my high school ceramics class and five seasons of The Great Pottery Throwdown, I've found MudWorks to be a warm and welcoming place to rediscover my love of clay. Staff and members alike are friendly and knowledgeable, and I'd recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone curious about ceramics! read more

You've got some teacher/staffing issues to resolve. I left an evaluation after my first class there with more specifics. I hope you are able to work it out, it's a place I'd love to frequent. read more