FAQ
Workshops + Classes
Workshops + Classes
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Work is fired and ready to pick up about 3 weeks after the end of your class. You will receive an email when it’s ready. Pick up hours are Tues, Wed, and Thurs 12-8pm and Fri, Sat and Sun 10am-5pm.
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The Lincoln Warehouse is at 2018 S 1st Street Milwaukee, WI 53207 We are in Suite 308 There is a lot in front of the building for parking. If you are able to climb stairs to the third floor, enter the South Staircase closest to the corner of First and Becher near Twisted Path Distillery on the parking lot side. If you need assistance getting up to the third floor, let us know in advance. There is a freight elevator that requires a key to operate, so we’ll make arrangements beforehand to meet in the lobby before class.
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Wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move around in, sleeves that are easy to roll up, and closed-toe shoes. Most ceramic materials wash right out of clothes, but there are some minerals in glazes that do stain. If you will be throwing on the wheel, pull long hair back. Also, shorter nails are easier to throw with.
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Yep! All materials are covered.
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If you are enrolled in a 4 week class, your class works in progress will be stored with us.
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We do offer some classes for young people, and we are adding more and more opportunities for kids as we can! Find the kids-welcome class category in the sidebar on the workshops page.
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You sure can! Included in your 4 week class registration is one free Open Studio pass. Open Studio is 3 hour blocks of time on the weekends (we’re adding some weekday afternoons too soon!) Come in and continue work on your projects, or practice your throwing skills. More info is here.
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Sorry, we cannot offer additional classes when you miss one. If you are enrolled in a 4 week course, use your open studio pass to catch up. You can also purchase additional Open Studio time slots.
Ceramics Open Studio
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Open studio is for people who have some ceramic experience, OR people currently enrolled in one of our 4 week courses. After you have taken a 4 week class with us, you can sign up for Open Studio to continue exploring clay.
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You will get an orientation at the start of your first session. A staff member will be present at all times to answer questions and assist in making the space safe, educational, and fun for everyone. You will get as much clay as you need up to 10lbs for the day, as well as use of any of our glazes and other materials. We use cone 6 materials including Bmix, brown stoneware, dipping glazes, brushing glazes, and stained slips. You’ll have access to all of our tools and equipment including pottery wheels, extruder, and slab roller. When you show us proof of your next Open Studio reservation, you can have some space on our WIP shelving to store a limited number of works in progress until your next session.
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Open Studio 10 packs expire after 6 months. We hope you come in more often that that though!
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You are welcome to bring in your own tools, but clay and glazes need to come from the studio. We will only fire in our kiln materials we are super familiar with. That said, if there’s something you are really itching to use, have a conversation with us! It’s likely we can make it happen.
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Currently, Open Studio hours are Saturday and Sunday 10am -1pm. Some Friday hours and weeknight hours will be added soon.
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Yep! There is a small firing fee for Open Studio Participants
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Log into our studio app Kilnfire to manage your reservations.
Private Events
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We offer private pottery and art-making experiences for birthdays, team-building events, bachelorette parties, family gatherings, and more. Our most popular option is a private wheel-throwing class, but we also offer hand-building ceramics and other mediums like painting and tassel-making. Also, feel free to inquire about using the space without an instructor-led workshop.
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Our studio has enough space, table, and chairs for up to 30 people. The pre-packaged group wheel throwing experience can accommodate groups of 7 participants and is easy to schedule at this link here. If you are looking for a different art experience or to accommodate a larger group, or inquire about other times not listed in that booking page, please email us to discuss options!
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Most private workshops run for 3 hours, depending on the activity. This includes arrival time, set up, instruction, hands-on creation time, and cleanup. If you would like to add a little hang-out time (BYO birthday cake, etc) you are welcome to add an additional 1-2 hours to your reservation.
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Each private party includes:
Private use of our beautiful studio and gallery space
A dedicated instructor to guide your group
All necessary materials and tools
Clay, glazes, and firing for wheel and hand-building workshops
A fun, creative experience tailored to your group
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Yes! You’re welcome to bring light snacks and beverages. Alcoholic beverages are allowed for adult groups. We have a mini-fridge, microwave, hot water kettle, and a sink.
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Fill out this form and someone will get back to you in 3-5 business days.
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We understand that plans change! We offer rescheduling or a partial refund if you notify us at least 2 weeks in advance. Cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable.
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If your party involves ceramics, your pieces will be fired and ready for pickup in approximately 2-3 weeks. We’ll notify you when they’re ready!
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Yes! We love hosting creative parties for kids. We recommend hand-building activities for younger children, but kids 13 and up may enjoy wheel-throwing. We ask that at least two parents/adult friends attend the kids parties to lend a hand.
Memberships
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Please fill out this form!
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Studio access
Seven days a week in our beautiful 1,500 sqft industrial space with plentiful natural light. Current schedule is Tuesday through Thursday 9am-9pm, Friday through Sunday 10am -5pm. Beginning March 9th 2026, Mondays will be open to members 3-9pm.
Pottery wheels and work table space will be limited during classes and craft nights. These are scheduled in advance and posted for members to plan around.
Space
One shelf for storing personal tools, materials, works in progress
Under-shelving floor space for storing personal clay
Equipment
24 inch Bailey slab roller
Pacifica and Shimpo pottery wheels
Northstar wall-mounted extruder with dozens of dies
Several work tables
Some shared tools
Materials Free to Members:
14 beautiful studio dipping glazes
Dozens of commercial brushing glazes
Stained slips
Wax resist
Clay must be purchased through the studio
Mid-fire clays available to purchase in 25lb bags
Free Kiln Firing
We fire our kiln to cone 05 for bisque and cone 6 for glaze. Members are not charged for firings. Expect to wait 5-10 days for a piece on the READY shelf to be fired.
ALSO! 15% off registration for ceramic classes in the studio!
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No, clay must be purchased through the studio.
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Studio memberships are for experienced ceramicists only. We encourage enthusiastic beginners to take more 4 week classes here and at other studios and attend our Weekend Open Studio Sessions until you have enough knowledge and experience to work independently in a safe and respectful way in our shared space.
