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Adult Workshops Mudflat's workshops cover a broad range of topics for everyone from beginner to advanced students. They're a great opportunity to gather with students and clay artists from Mudflat and elsewhere to explore a variety of ceramic art, try your hand at new techniques, or meet visiting artists. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact us The Spring/Summer 2026 schedule is up! See what's in store for next semester! General registration is November 19th at 10 am Subscriber registration is November 18 at 10 am Spring/Summer 2026 Adult Workshop Descriptions Soda Firing Learn about soda firing, an alternative to Mudflat’s regular high fire reduction and oxidation kiln firings. This workshop includes an orientation meeting that will discuss clay bodies, best forms to make, application of flashing slips, texture considerations, glaze choice and glazing tips, plus what happens in a soda kiln during the firing. Mudflat’s tech staff will wad, load, fire and unload the kiln. Limited to 10 people for each section. Students are eligible to enroll in one Soda workshop per semester but can add themselves to the waitlist for the other workshop should more space become available. Skill level: Not recommended for beginning students. Spring/Summer #1 Workshop: Orientation Wed Apr 29, 6-7 pm Firing Thursday June 11 Spring/Summer #2 Workshop: Orientation Wed June 17, 6-7 pm Firing Thursday July 30 Tuition: $250, Subscribers $200, Includes one 25-lb clay Clay + Fiber: Mixed Media Exploration with Aimee Archambault Explore how clay can be combined with fibers to create interesting sculptural and functional pieces. Aimee will introduce some basic ceramic and weaving techniques and participants will have time to create clay forms with mixed media in mind during part 1. Adding fibers and combining materials will take place during part 2. Fiber materials will be provided or participants can bring in their own found materials. See Aimee's work here: https://aimeebarchambault.wixsite.com/aimeebarchambault/copy-of-wall-objects Part 1: Saturday May 16, 10 am-12 pm Part 2: Saturday June 27, 10 am-12 pm $200, subscribers $150 Underglaze Transfers with Noni Armony In this two-part workshop we will be working with commercial underglaze transfers, incorporating them while still looking for our personal touch, cutting and layering to express our creativity. We will also be learning to make our own transfers as well! Bring your leatherhard pots (any clay type works) – cylinders, bowls, plates or tiles - for transfer application. Mudflat will provide the underglaze transfers, but feel free to bring some if you have them. Part 1: Saturday May 30, 2-4 pm Part 2: Saturday June 6, 2-4 pm $200, subscribers $150 Making Better Handles with Katie Bosley Sabin In this workshop, participants will learn through observation, discussion, and practice as we work towards making better handles. We will engage with a wide range of example mugs to discuss the components that affect the look and function of a quality handle. Demonstrations will cover techniques for making pulled and slabbuilt handles, as well as tips for timing, making, and attaching. Participants should prepare their own premade-leatherhard cups in advance; then we will move through the making and attaching process with instructor guidance, finding a handle that best compliments each specific form. Sunday May 31, 10:30-1:30 pm $75, subscribers $50

Join Our Team! Mudflat is looking for a qualified person to assist the Technical Directors and staff, beginning immediately. CERAMIC TECHNICAL ASSISTANT This part-time entry-level position is 20-24 hours per week. It requires working 3 days each week, 7-8 hours each day, with a regular weekly schedule, to be determined between the staff and the new hire. Responsibilities include a mix of: mixing slips and glazes, both lowfire and highfire loading and unloading electric and gas kilns firing electric and gas kilns clay recycling assist with clay deliveries assist with technical training assist with studio cleaning and maintenance Qualifications: BFA in Ceramics or comparable experience with emphasis on technical skills, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work independently and on a team, and willingness to keep Mudflat running smoothly. Physical Requirements: The position involves physical activities including lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, and standing for extended periods. The ability to safely handle and manage fragile ceramic materials is essential. Compensation: $20.00 per hour, with paid holidays, and vacation and personal paid time off. To Apply: Applicants should send a resume and a brief letter outlining experiences and qualifications by email to lynn@mudflat.org. Applications will be reviewed as received and this position will be offered to first qualified applicant.

Technical Education Program A 1-year education program for hands-on ceramic technical skill building, designed for students who are interested in learning more about clays, glazes, kilns, firings, and studio maintenance. The next Tech Ed program will begin in January 2026. Applications are due: September 22nd, 2025 Open to intermediate to advanced level students, to be selected by application each year, based on interest, availability, and commitment. Prior ceramic technical experience is not required. Time commitment from students is 10 hours/week (spread over 3 days per week) for an entire year. Students must be available during daytime hours, typically between 10 am and 6 pm. Over the course of the year, the weekly schedule will change to accommodate learning different skills and tasks, and to match kiln firing schedules. Only 3-5 students will be selected for the year-long program. During the first semester students will be trained in all aspects of ceramic technical information. Topics include: Clays: clay body materials, clay recycling Slips and glazes: chemistry and mixing/maintaining Kilns: loading, firing, and unloading electric and gas kilns, as well as maintaining the shelves & kiln furniture Studio maintenance: cleaning, clay deliveries, etc. Following completion of the first semester, students will continue working independently as technical staff trainees through the following 2 semesters, with an added focus on training to fire our gas kilns. Gas kiln firings range in length from 8-9 hours for a bisque firing, to 11-13 hours for a glaze firing --students are expected to attend the entire firing. Applicants should be aware that there are physical demands involved in this work, including ability to lift/carry 50 lbs of clay or other materials. Tuition for the first semester is $800.00. Tuition for the second and third semesters is $550.00 each semester. Mudflat will provide additional shelf space and 24 hour access for all 3 semesters to participants. We will only consider applications for this program from people who are able to make a commitment for a full year, and who have flexible availability during daytime work hours. If you are working full-time, this program is not a good fit. However, if you are taking extended time off from your job, or are in between jobs for at least a year and want to work intensely in clay, then do apply - we would love to hear from you! Apply using the button below: Apply for the Tech Ed Program