Plate & Platter Class Information

During this class, students make both a hand-built textured platter (8" x12") & plate (various sizes & shapes).  You will learn step-by-step while making a plate, and then you will make your own platter with assistance if needed.  Multiple textures .

THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY ONLY AVAILABLE
FOR PRIVATE CLASSES.

(If you have a party of at least 3 people OR are willing to pay for at least 3 class spots, you may schedule your own private class by contacting us.)

GUIDELINES:

  • LIMITED SEATING: Each session is limited to 4 people (no exceptions for this class.  If you have 5 to 7 people, some of our other classes can accommodate.)  
  • LENGTH of STUDIO TIME: 2 hours
  • AGE LIMIT:  Participants must be at least 13 years, and ages 13-16 require a supervising adult that is also taking the class.
  • No one  may accompany you unless they are also painting. 
  • PICK UP:  The pieces you make will be available 12 to 16 weeks after your studio time.  Please be sure to provide an email address and/or phone number to be notified when your pottery is available for pickup.
  • APRONS not provided.  Please bring/wear something you don't mind getting dirty; however, you will be using non-staining porcelain clay... so it will wash out of clothing.
  • We are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 & hope you are as well.  If you are not vaccinated, we ask that you wear a mask while inside The FORD Studios.

FEES:

  • $70 per person.  This fee covers the studio time, materials, finish glazing, firing & clean up.  You make the pieces, we will glaze & fire them.

    FINE PRINT:

    *** You may cancel your reservation and receive a full refund if you email your request to cancel to theFORDstudios@gmail.com by 5pm EST three days prior to your reserved studio session.  After that, you will not receive a refund.

    **** You may bring your own beverages; however, alcoholic beverages are only allowed in classes where all 4 participants are a part of the same party or all participants consent. theFORDstudios@gmail.com.

    **** There are 6 parking spaces in the garage attached to the rear of the building located at 103 Pendleton St, Marion VA 24354.  The spaces are clearly marked with The FORD Studios logo.  If all the gallery spaces are full, there is street parking is available on Main Street.