POTTERY PROGRAM
Unleash your creativity and get your hands dirty at the Cultural Arts Alliance Pottery Studio! Whether you're a seasoned ceramicist or a total beginner, our fully equipped studio is the perfect place to shape, mold, and bring your artistic visions to life.
About the Studio
Our Pottery Studio is a welcoming space where artists of all levels can explore the art of clay. We offer a variety of classes, workshops, and open studio hours, giving you the opportunity to hone your skills and connect with fellow creatives.
The Studio is located at the picturesque Bayou Arts Center in the historic Hogtown Bayou area of Santa Rosa Beach. The Bayou Arts Center is strategically situated to serve as a neighborhood cultural hub offering opportunities to create, connect, explore, inspire and engage through the power of the Arts.
The Studio has experienced incredible growth since its inception in 2019, thanks to support from Shawn & Richard Tomasello and the collaboration of many ceramic artists, especially Skip Deems and Megan Patterson. Starting with just two wheels and a kiln, the studio has expanded into a vibrant hub for 3D arts education, now boasting ten wheels, specialized equipment, monthly classes, specialty workshops, live demonstrations at CAA events, and an Open Studio program that includes offering firing services for the broader community. This growth reflects the CAA’s commitment to fostering creativity and meeting the increasing demand for accessible arts education.
What We Offer
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Classes
Learn hand-building, wheel-throwing, glazing techniques, and more from skilled instructors in a supportive environment. -
Open Studio Membership (Prior pottery experience required and pricing subject to change)
Work independently with access to professional equipment and exclusive studio perks.
Monthly Fee Options (Includes one 25 lb. bag of clay per month):-
$160: 4 sessions
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$210: 6 sessions
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$240: 8 sessions
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$320: 12 sessions
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Daily Drop-In:
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$35 per session (2-session minimum)
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Clay not included; must be purchased from the studio
To guarantee a wheel and shelf, payment must be made on or before the 5th of each month. Payment accepted in person or by phone.
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Firing Services
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$35 per kiln shelf – Bisque
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$40 per kiln shelf – Self-glazed work
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Clay Sales
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$40 for a 25 lb. bag of clay
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$1 per pound for recycled clay
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Special Events
Participate in themed workshops, artist showcases, and community gatherings throughout the year.
Meet Our Lead Instructor
Jessica Batson has called Santa Rosa Beach home since 1984. The influence of living at the beach shows in her work. Raised in an artistic home, she has worked in various mediums but currently focuses on pottery, batik, and crochet. She regularly teaches classes and workshops in wheel-thrown pottery and batik throughout Walton County, sharing her passion and expertise with students of all levels.
Get Involved
Whether you're looking to try something new, refine your technique, or simply find a creative outlet, the CAA Pottery Studio has something for everyone. Come experience the joy of working with clay and be part of our vibrant artistic community!
Ready to create? Check out our class schedule, become a member, or drop by for a visit. Check out our Events calendar for a current class schedule.
Have Questions?
For more information about pottery classes, memberships, or studio services, contact Jessica Batson at Pottery@CulturalArtsAlliance.com or call the Bayou Arts Center at 850.622.5970.
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