Ceramics Courses

The Sedona Arts Center’s ceramics department is a thriving creative community, deeply inspired by the legacy of Dennis Ott, beloved ceramicist and educator. Now under the direction of studio manager Ben Roti, and enriched by the expertise of instructors John Post and Lolo Howe, our program offers students a welcoming environment for exploration and growth in the ceramic arts.

Operating free from traditional grading, our ceramics department supports learning at all levels. With diverse programming led by Ben, John, Lolo, and nationally recognized guest instructors, students can explore both traditional and contemporary techniques, benefiting from flexible, hands-on instruction that encourages artistic expression and discovery.

**Please note: Ceramics classes are designed for persons ages 16 and over(unless otherwise noted), or with instructor approval.

The Ceramics Studio will be closed:

July 21th – July 26th, 2025 (Summer Break)

October 20th – October 25th, 2025 (Sedona Plein Air Week)

December 22nd – December 27th, 2025 (Winter Holiday Break)

Clay Luminaries: Light Up Your Imagination! For Ages 7-12

Clay Luminaries: Light Up Your...

Kim SammartanoJul 24, 2025
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Clay Birdhouses: Build a Home for Feathered Friends! Ages 7-12

Clay Birdhouses: Build a Home for...

Kim SammartanoJul 25, 2025
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Ceramics: Independent Study July 28-Sept 1

Ceramics: Independent Study July 28-Sept...

Ben RotiJul 28, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
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Hands-On Hand Building July 28-Sept 1

Hands-On Hand Building July 28-Sept 1

Ben RotiJul 28, 2025 - Sep 1, 2025
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Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond - Tuesdays July 29-Sept 2

Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond...

Laura "Lolo" Aileen HoweBen RotiJul 29, 2025 - Sep 2, 2025
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Exploring and Developing Glazes July 29-Sept 2

Exploring and Developing Glazes July...

John PostJul 29, 2025 - Sep 2, 2025
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Sold OutCeramic Journeys: Wheel and Hand Building - Wednesdays July 30-Sept 3

Ceramic Journeys: Wheel and Hand...

Ben RotiJul 30, 2025 - Sep 3, 2025
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Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond - Thursdays July 31-Sept 4

Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond...

Laura "Lolo" Aileen HoweBen RotiJul 31, 2025 - Sep 4, 2025
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Beginner to Confidence-Building Wheel Throwing Aug 2-Sept 6

Beginner to Confidence-Building Wheel...

John PostAug 2, 2025 - Sep 6, 2025
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Ceramics: Independent Study Sept 8-Oct 13

Ceramics: Independent Study Sept 8-Oct...

Ben RotiSep 8, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025
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Hands-On Hand Building Sept 8-Oct 13

Hands-On Hand Building Sept 8-Oct 13

Ben RotiSep 8, 2025 - Oct 6, 2025
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Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond - Tuesdays Sept 9-Oct 13

Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond...

Laura "Lolo" Aileen HoweSep 9, 2025 - Oct 14, 2025
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Exploring and Developing Glazes Sept 9-Oct 14

Exploring and Developing Glazes Sept...

John PostSep 9, 2025 - Oct 14, 2025
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Sold OutCeramic Journeys: Wheel and Hand Building - Wednesdays Sept 10-Oct 15

Ceramic Journeys: Wheel and Hand...

Ben RotiSep 10, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025
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Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond - Thursdays Sept 11-Oct 16

Ceramic Explorations: Wheel and Beyond...

Laura "Lolo" Aileen HoweSep 11, 2025 - Oct 16, 2025
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Pit Firing: Earth, Flame, and Form Sep 12-Oct 17

Pit Firing: Earth, Flame, and Form Sep...

Ben RotiSep 12, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025
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Beginner to Confidence-Building Wheel Throwing Sept 13-Oct 25

Beginner to Confidence-Building Wheel...

John PostSep 13, 2025 - Oct 18, 2025
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Alternative Firing: A Workshop in Alternative Finishings September 2025

Alternative Firing: A Workshop in...

CJ HendersonSep 14, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
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Firing Up: Kiln Conversion and Soda Firing

Firing Up: Kiln Conversion and Soda...

Adam NielsenOct 1, 2025 - Oct 2, 2025
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Kintsugi: The Art of Broken Ceramic Repair

Kintsugi: The Art of Broken Ceramic...

Adam NielsenOct 5, 2025
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