Mid-Summer Open Studio Session

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Mid-Summer Open Studio Session

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Date

Mon, Oct 6

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About This Adventure

Experience the Mid-Winter Open Studio Session at Black Hound West, where creativity flourishes! This unique opportunity allows participants to continue their ceramic journey, explore new techniques, and unwind after the holidays. With guaranteed access to wheels and expert staff support, unleash your artistic potential in a vibrant, collaborative environment.

Join us for the Mid-Winter Open Studio Session: our very first dedicated open studio session at Black Hound West. This period between Fall and Winter Session gives participants a chance to continue their work from previous sessions, explore, play, make gifts or decompress from the busy holiday season!

Participants will pay a flat rate of $250 for the session and can attend as much as they would like. Enrollment will be limited so that everyone has space and everyone who wants a wheel will be guaranteed one. Participants will sign up for either handbuilding or wheelthrowing.

Included in the price of registration: 25 pounds of clay, use of all equipment, use of our fully equipped glaze room and firing of all work made during this session. An additional 25 pounds of clay may be purchased through our online store for use during this session. Each enrolled student will have a full shelf during the session with overflow storage nearby.

The Mid-Winter Open Studio Session is currently open to:

those who have previously taken classes at Black Hound Clay Studio (either location)
those currently on the waitlist for Black Hound Membership (either location)

Days and times for this session:

Thursday December 6, 4-9pm Friday December 6, 4-9pm Saturday December 8, 12-5pm Sunday December 9, 12-5pm

Thursday December 12, 4-9pm Saturday December 14, 12-5pm Sunday December 15, 12-5pm

Thursday December 19, 4-9pm Friday December 20, 4-9pm Saturday December 21, 12-5pm Sunday December 22, 12-5pm

Thursday January 2, 4-9pm Friday January 3, 4-9pm Saturday January 4, 12-5pm Sunday January 5, 12-5pm

Open studios are uninstructed but monitored by BHCS staff, who are available to answer basic questions and make sure you are using the equipment and tools safely and correctly.

Installment payment plan available:

October 11 - November 15, 2024: 50% due upon registration, 2nd payment of 50% deducted automatically on Friday November 22 from the card on file.
After November 15, 2024: you must pay in full

Adventure Tips

Book in advance

Reserve your spot early as sessions fill quickly, especially during peak seasons.

Bring your own apron

Protect your clothing from clay and glaze splatters for a more comfortable experience.

Dress comfortably

Wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, as working with clay can be messy.

Arrive early

Getting to the studio early allows ample time for setup and preparation before your session begins.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Birds such as chickadees and sparrows
Small urban wildlife like squirrels

History

Black Hound Clay Studio West was established in 2010 and has become a key fixture in Portland’s artisanal community, fostering local talent.

Conservation

The studio promotes sustainable practices by recycling clay and waste materials, and encouraging eco-friendly glazes.

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