Wheel Throwing and hand Building Adult Class

  6 Week class

Tuesday's- June 02,09,16,23,30, | July 07

 5-7 pm

 Instructor: Mike Swiderski

 Age: 14+

 $225 members | $247.5 non-members

From Mud to Art! 

The transformation of clay into vessels is incredibly interesting and the journey is worth learning.

If you have never played with clay, here is your opportunity to take a 6 week class to realize that your inner artist has an irresistible attraction to clay and create wonderful pieces of art.

If you have already played with clay, Mike swiderski, your instructor will kindly continue to teach you a more advance technique.

You will learn how to throw on the wheel, alter on the wheel, hand build, professionally glaze and more on this course. 

The pieces shown in the picture are from Mike Swiderski, his creativity and technique are invaluable within the course. you will certainly benefit greatly from such an artist!

Only a maximum of 9 people can register for the workshop so make sure you sign up soon.

A waiting list will be available 

BYOB Paint Night: Sip, Relax & Create

When: June 17

age 21+

Time: 5h30- 8h30pm

Unwind with a creative night out designed just for adults (21+). Bring your favorite drinks, pack a few snacks if you’d like, and settle in for an evening of painting, laughter, and relaxation.

No drawing skills? No problem. We take the pressure off by providing a pre-drawn canvas with your picture drawn, so you can focus on the fun part—painting! Simply send us a clear photo in advance (pet, portrait, landscape, or anything meaningful to you), and our team will transform it into an easy-to-follow outline. You’ll be guided step-by-step, creating your own “paint-by-numbers” style masterpiece while still adding your personal touch.

Prefer a surprise? If no photo is submitted by June 12 at 11:59 PM, our instructor will select a beautiful image for you—typically a scenic landscape—so you can still enjoy the full experience.

Send your picture to: megan@mansfieldartcenter.org

Whether you’re coming with friends, planning a date night, or just treating yourself, this class is all about relaxing, having fun, and leaving with artwork you’ll be proud of.

Cheers to a creative night out!

Clay Studio  Family Experience: Wheel & Handbuilding

when: June 18 2026

Time: 5 to 8 pm

age: 6 to 100 years old

Did you always wanted to try pottery but never had  the time nor wanted to   take a 6 weeks Class? then this workshop is for you.

Discover the joy of working with clay in this hands-on, beginner-friendly class designed for all skill levels. Whether you’ve never touched a pottery wheel or you’re ready to build on your skills, this experience makes clay approachable, creative, and fun from the very first moment.

Watch live demonstrations on the pottery wheel, then jump right in—using pre-centered clay so you can skip the tricky setup and focus on shaping your own pieces. You’ll explore both wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques, including slab construction and pinch pots, giving you a well-rounded introduction to the art of ceramics.

Create a collection of unique, functional pieces such as bowls, cups, spoon rests, and more—your imagination is the only limit. Most students complete at least 2–3 wheel-thrown pieces, with opportunities to make even more as time allows.

To finish, you’ll choose your favorite glaze colors, and our staff will carefully fire and glaze your work. Your finished creations will be ready for pickup in about 2–3 weeks—beautiful, functional pieces you’ll be proud to use or gift.

Come get your hands dirty and leave with something truly one-of-a-kind!