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Water Activities & Black Hound Clay Studio West: Creative Glass Workshop - Portland

Water Activities & Black Hound Clay Studio West: Creative Glass Workshop

Philadelphiaeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

No physical fitness required; suitable for all ages

Overview

Discover a creative workshop in Portland where you'll craft unique coil dishes embedded with recycled glass. Perfect for all ages, it’s a fun way to make art while supporting sustainability.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Sea Glass Dish

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About This Adventure

Join a creative workshop at Black Hound Clay Studio where you'll craft a unique coil-built dish for your trinkets. Experiment with templates or design your own shape, then enhance your piece with vibrant, recycled glass for stunning results. Perfect for friends and families, this experience promises memorable artistic fun!

This class takes place at Black Hound Clay Studio West: 715 South 50th Street, West Philadelphia.

Duration: 2 Hours

About

In this fun beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll create a unique clay planter for your houseplants using slab and coil building techniques. Building this way will allow you to create interesting, funky shapes that are one of a kind! Once you’re finished, you will select your glaze and your pieces will be glazed and fired by the studio and available for pick up in 3-4 weeks.

Our workshops are a great activity for friends, partners and families! Workshops are suitable for kids 10 and over with an accompanying adult.

A Note About Sliding Scale Workshops:

We wanted to make clay experiences accessible to as wide an audience as possible, so our workshops are priced in 3 tiers. If you are unfamiliar with how sliding scale fees work, we ask that you take a look at this graphic before you register to get a sense of where you fall on the scale.

Cancellation Policy

If you request a cancellation via email at least 48 hours before the time of your workshop, we'll issue you a refund or rebook you for another date. Refunds or rebookings are not available less than 48 hours before the workshop takes place. Please email West@blackhoundclay.com with any workshop related questions.

Adventure Tips

Arrive early

Getting to the studio early ensures ample time for your project and personalized instruction.

Wear old clothes

Clay and glass can be messy; dress in clothing you don’t mind getting stained.

Bring a friend

Sharing the creative fun makes the experience more enjoyable and keeps spirits high.

Ask about custom designs

Instructors can help you personalize your dish with unique shapes or glass color combos.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Birds such as woodpeckers and songbirds
  • Small mammals in the neighborhood

History

Black Hound Clay Studio West has been fostering community art for over a decade, emphasizing sustainable practices in pottery.

Conservation

The studio actively incorporates recycled glass and eco-friendly materials, reducing environmental impact.

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Recommended Gear

Apron

Essential

Protects your clothes from clay and glass splashes.

Comfortable clothing

Essential

Wear clothes that can get dirty while working with clay and glass.

Water bottle

Stay hydrated during the session.

Notebook

Jot down ideas or note personalized design details.