
What we’re about
Welcome to the Durham Pottery Meetup Group! This group is perfect for anyone with a passion for Clay, Pottery Painting, Pottery and pottery classes. Whether you are a seasoned potter or a beginner, this is a welcoming and creative space for all skill levels. Join us to connect with fellow pottery enthusiasts, share techniques, attend workshops, and explore the limitless possibilities of clay art. Let's mold our imaginations together and create functional and beautiful works of art!
Upcoming events
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❄️Clay Ornament Making Workshop!
Delores Pottery, 1010 West Main St, Durham, NC, US# ❄️Clay Ornament Making Workshop!
Register HERE - $40 - $75
Start your weekend off with art and creativity!
Join us for a fun, hands-on clay workshop perfect for all skill levels — whether you're brand new to clay or an experienced maker.
This experience is ideal for a dates, Mommy and Me Time, a friends’ outing, or simply a creative day for yourself!
You’ll have two ways to create your beautiful holiday ornaments:
✨ Make Your Own
Learn basic hand-building techniques to craft your own one-of-a-kind clay ornaments filled with holiday cheer.
🎨 Paint & Blaze
Decorate pre-made pottery ornaments using vibrant, brushable glazes to make them uniquely yours.
By the end of class, you’ll have a few personalized ornaments — perfect for your own tree or as a heartfelt handmade gift for someone special.
During class:
- You’ll see examples of color options and finished designs for inspiration.
- Be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy!
After class:
Finished ornaments will be ready for pickup 2–3 weeks later. You’ll receive an email with pick-up details once they’re fired and finished.
If the class needs to be rescheduled, all participants will be notified by email.
## Come make memories — and art — this holiday season!
Disclaimer:
We aim to create functional wares that you may bring home and use. Despite our best efforts sometimes not all the pottery pieces make it through the creation process or both kiln firings. This is rare but in the case a piece does not come out in tact please remember this is part of the pottery process and this does not mean guests are entitled to a makeup class or to a refund. This class is all about the experience.
This class is perfect as a:
* Team Building Activity
* Holiday Party Activity
Register HERE - $40 - $751 attendee
Pottery Paint & Blaze
Delores Pottery, 1010 West Main St, Durham, NC, US🎨 Kick Off Your Night off with Art!
Register HERE - $25 or $45
Looking for a fun date night or a creative outing with friends?
Join us for our Walk in Paint & Sip pottery class — no clay experience needed!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll decorate a unique, pre-made pottery piece using vibrant, brush-able glazes. You can also choose and purchase additional pieces created by former students—available in a variety of shapes and sizes.
🖌️ How it works:
Instructions will be posted in the classroom, so you can dive right in at your own pace. Just Walk in during our open hours, pick your piece, and start painting!
Studio hours:
Wed 1pm - 6pm
Friday 4pm - 9pm
Sat and Sun 11am - 4pm
💳 You can pre-purchase your time online or simply pay when you arrive.
✨ Your finished pieces will be functional, food-safe works of art — perfect for your home or as heartfelt handmade gifts!
All materials are provided, and examples of paint colors and glaze options will be available for inspiration.
🎨 Pro tip: Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy!
Pick up will be 2 weeks after the class. An email with pick up instructions will be sent.
Students are encouraged to bring snacks and drink of choice.
While this is meant to be an exciting evening, intoxicated guests will not be able to participate or remain on the premises.
Please drink responsibly and be prepared to hail a Taxi/Lyft/Uber in the event that you are not capable of driving safely.
Disclaimer:
We aim to create two functional wares that you may bring home and use. Despite our best efforts sometimes not all the pottery pieces make it through both kiln firings. This is rare but in the case a piece does not come out in tact please remember this is part of the pottery process and this does not mean guests are entitled to a makeup class or to a refund. This class is all about the experience.
Register HERE - $25 or $451 attendee
Pottery Paint & Blaze
Delores Pottery, 1010 West Main St, Durham, NC, US🎨 Kick Off Your Night off with Art!
Register HERE - $25 or $45
Looking for a fun date night or a creative outing with friends?
Join us for our Walk in Paint & Sip pottery class — no clay experience needed!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll decorate a unique, pre-made pottery piece using vibrant, brush-able glazes. You can also choose and purchase additional pieces created by former students—available in a variety of shapes and sizes.
🖌️ How it works:
Instructions will be posted in the classroom, so you can dive right in at your own pace. Just Walk in during our open hours, pick your piece, and start painting!
Studio hours:
Wed 1pm - 6pm
Friday 4pm - 9pm
Sat and Sun 11am - 4pm
💳 You can pre-purchase your time online or simply pay when you arrive.
✨ Your finished pieces will be functional, food-safe works of art — perfect for your home or as heartfelt handmade gifts!
All materials are provided, and examples of paint colors and glaze options will be available for inspiration.
🎨 Pro tip: Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy!
Pick up will be 2 weeks after the class. An email with pick up instructions will be sent.
Students are encouraged to bring snacks and drink of choice.
While this is meant to be an exciting evening, intoxicated guests will not be able to participate or remain on the premises.
Please drink responsibly and be prepared to hail a Taxi/Lyft/Uber in the event that you are not capable of driving safely.
Disclaimer:
We aim to create two functional wares that you may bring home and use. Despite our best efforts sometimes not all the pottery pieces make it through both kiln firings. This is rare but in the case a piece does not come out in tact please remember this is part of the pottery process and this does not mean guests are entitled to a makeup class or to a refund. This class is all about the experience.
Register HERE - $25 or $451 attendee
Pottery Paint & Blaze
Delores Pottery, 1010 West Main St, Durham, NC, US🎨 Kick Off Your Night off with Art!
Register HERE - $25 or $45
Looking for a fun date night or a creative outing with friends?
Join us for our Walk in Paint & Sip pottery class — no clay experience needed!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll decorate a unique, pre-made pottery piece using vibrant, brush-able glazes. You can also choose and purchase additional pieces created by former students—available in a variety of shapes and sizes.
🖌️ How it works:
Instructions will be posted in the classroom, so you can dive right in at your own pace. Just Walk in during our open hours, pick your piece, and start painting!
Studio hours:
Wed 1pm - 6pm
Friday 4pm - 9pm
Sat and Sun 11am - 4pm
💳 You can pre-purchase your time online or simply pay when you arrive.
✨ Your finished pieces will be functional, food-safe works of art — perfect for your home or as heartfelt handmade gifts!
All materials are provided, and examples of paint colors and glaze options will be available for inspiration.
🎨 Pro tip: Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy!
Pick up will be 2 weeks after the class. An email with pick up instructions will be sent.
Students are encouraged to bring snacks and drink of choice.
While this is meant to be an exciting evening, intoxicated guests will not be able to participate or remain on the premises.
Please drink responsibly and be prepared to hail a Taxi/Lyft/Uber in the event that you are not capable of driving safely.
Disclaimer:
We aim to create two functional wares that you may bring home and use. Despite our best efforts sometimes not all the pottery pieces make it through both kiln firings. This is rare but in the case a piece does not come out in tact please remember this is part of the pottery process and this does not mean guests are entitled to a makeup class or to a refund. This class is all about the experience.
Register HERE - $25 or $451 attendee
Past events
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