August 2026 Semester Come and join us at Mudflat this August for our clay classes! For beginners we are offering 6 different sections of Intro to Wheelthrowing & one section of Intro to Handbuilding. If you're a current or past Mudflat student, you can choose from our independent study, affiliated, or August Access class options. Please note: August classes are for ages 18+ Registration for the August Semester begins on June 1 at 10 am (on this page) If the class you would like is full, please add your name to the waitlist using the link below: August Waitlist Intro classes for NEW to Mudflat Clay Beginners! August 3-27, 2026 Have you always wanted to learn how to throw on the pottery wheel or handbuild with clay? These 4 week classes are the perfect start to your clay journey! Classes meet once per week for 3 hours per class. What's Included All tools and materials are provided with your enrollment. No prior experience necessary No additional lab time is included. What to Bring Just yourself! We recommend wearing clothes and shoes you don't mind getting messy. If you would like to bring a towel or apron, thats great! Important Information Attendance Policy: Since each class builds on the previous one, attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the program. Makeup classes/time outside of class are not available. If a student misses class 3 or 4 ( trimming/finishing/glazing) the instructor will trim or glaze the student's work in their absence. Cancellation & Refunds: If you need to withdraw from the class, please notify us at least 2 weeks before the class start date for a full refund. Morning Class Options: Intro to Wheelthrowing, Mondays, 10 am - 1 pm with Sanem Gray Intro to Wheelthrowing, Wednesdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Deb Minns Evening Class Options: Intro to Wheelthrowing, Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Christine DeGennaro Intro to Wheelthrowing, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Kylie Marden Intro to Wheelthrowing, Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Lisa Knebel Intro to Wheelthrowing, Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Lisa Knebel Intro to Handbuilding, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Gabrielle Fougere Tuition: $250 No events at the moment Options for current/previously enrolled Mudflat Students We are providing opportunities for independent work during the August semester for both current and past students who wish to continue their clay work or start a new project, These options include 25 lbs. of clay and open lab hours. Please see the August semester options listed below. Note: Independent Study, Affiliated, and August Access are open only to students who have previously completed a class at Mudflat. The August Intro classes do not qualify you for these options during the same semester — please choose either an Intro class OR one of the options below, not both. Independent Study, August 3-29, 2026 Students work independently during August lab hours at Mudflat. IMPORTANT**August Lab hours differ from our typical lab hour schedule, please see below** August Lab hours: Mondays: 10 am - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: 6 - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: 10 am - 9:30 pm Thursdays: 6 - 9:30 pm Fridays: 10 am - 4 pm Saturdays: 10 am - 4 pm Sundays: CLOSED Tuition: $300, Subscriber tuition: $270 Affiliated, August 3-29, 2026 Students work at home and bring in work to fire and glaze at Mudflat during the August Lab hours. August lab hours are listed above under the independent study section. Tuition: $250, Subscriber tuition: $225 August Access, August 3- August 30, 2026 Students work independently at Mudflat & have 24/7 access to the studio. Tuition: $500, Subscriber tuition: $450 No events at the moment

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 Sold Out Soda Firing Workshop #1 Mon, Sep 14 Sold out Instagram for Potters: Growing Your Audience and Sharing Your Work Sat, Sep 19 Register From Mat to Clay: Embodied Creativity Through Yoga and Ceramics Sun, Sep 20 Register Mosaics ; two-part workshop Sat, Sep 26 Register Sold Out Soda Firing Workshop #2 Mon, Oct 26 Sold out Glazing 101+ Sun, Nov 08 Register Fall 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. Fall #1 Workshop: Orientation: Monday, September 14, 6-7 pm Firing: Thursday, October 22 Fall #2 Workshop: Orientation: Monday, October 26, 6-7 pm Firing: Thursday, December 10 Tuition: $280, Subscribers $224, Includes one 25-lb clay Instagram for Potters: Growing Your Audience and Sharing Your Work with Taryn Bone Instagram has become an important tool for potters to share their work, connect with other makers, and build an audience for their ceramics. This workshop introduces practical strategies for using Instagram more intentionally, from understanding the algorithm to creating engaging posts and reels. Whether you are just starting out or looking to grow an existing account, participants will learn best practices for content creation, posting strategy, and audience engagement. The instructor will also provide individual Instagram audits and feedback during the session. Participants should arrive with a fully charged phone and be prepared to access their Instagram account during the workshop. Saturday September 19, 2-5 pm $30, subscribers $24 Mosaics with Gabrielle Fougere Use your broken, rejected and discarded ceramic pieces to create decorative mosaic works in this two-part hands-on workshop with Mudflat teacher Gabrielle Fougere. Bring your ideas for a wall hanging, a tray, or a small tabletop. A descriptive handout and a supply list will be sent to registered students. Part 1: Saturday September 26, 2-5 pm Part 2: Saturday November 14, 2-4 pm $200, subscribers $100 From Mat to Clay: Embodied Creativity Through Yoga and Ceramics with Anne Liu and sage phoenix This all-levels, two-hour workshop will invite participants to explore the connection between body, mind, and creative expression. Through a combination of yoga, breathwork, and somatic practices, we'll move together to release physical tension, regulate the nervous system, and cultivate a state of embodied presence before transitioning into exploratory clay work. Participants will use slabs, colored slips, and an assortment of tools to create a small expressive piece, with an emphasis not on technical skill but on translating the sensations, emotions, and insights from the movement practice directly into clay. Sunday Sept 20, 10 am -12 pm $50, subscribers $40 Bios: Anne Liu (she/her/hers) is an artist, recovering lawyer, 2026 Mudflat TED and a certified 200 hour yoga teacher. She is passionate about fostering a supportive community through art and movement, though she would be the first to tell you that she doesn’t consider herself a master of either. Instead, she moves through all areas of life as a student first, and tries to bring a spirit of curiosity and humility to everything she creates and teaches. sage phoenix (they/them) is an artist, expressive arts therapist, licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and 2026 Mudflat TED. Their work centers creative self-expression, healing, and embodiment. Through the arts and relational presence, sage creates welcoming spaces where people can connect more deeply with themselves and one another. They believe creativity exists within all of us, and that engaging with it can open pathways to insight and transformation. Glazing 101+ with Noni Armony In this high-fire glazing class we will review the basics of glazing but then get in-depth about a variety of glazing techniques to enhance your work. We will explore glaze-on-glaze techniques like wax and tape resist, as well as painting with glazes on glazes. Come to this class with your bisque-fired stoneware and porcelain pots, a variety of brushes of different shapes and sizes, and your questions about glazing! Sunday November 8, 10 am-1 pm $50, subscribers $40

Mudflat Studio is a non-profit organization in Somerville, Massachusetts, offering pottery classes, workshops, outreach programing, residencies and events focusing on the ceramic arts. Mudflat Studio Somerville's nonprofit clay studio for makers of every age and skill level — from your first wobbly pinch pot to your 30th year on the wheel. Classes, workshops, residencies, and a working community of professional ceramic artists, all under one roof. Explore what we offer New here? Try an Intro Workshop Fall 2026 Registration Registration for our Fall semester is underway! There is still space in some or our kids classes, intro workshops and adult workshops. Check it out! Introductory Workshops Kids & Teen Classes Adult Workshops Find your Way New to Clay? Try a 4-week intro class & learn the basics Ready for more? Learn more during a 14-week semester class Already a student? Find your open lab hours Curious about Clay? Join a one-time workshop to try clay! More than a Studio Mudflat is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. It's a place where creativity flourishes, community forms, and lives change through the ceramic arts. Help us make clay accessible to everyone in our community. Learn about our Impact Donate Join us at the Studio for an Upcoming Event! 8 days to the event Tuttle Talk: Hannah Schelb Fri, Sep 18 Mudflat MPR More info RSVP 22 days to the event In the Garden; National Juried Exhibition Fri, Oct 02 Mudflat MPR More info RSVP Join the Club Class announcements, workshop announcements, and event invites in your inbox. Enter your email here Sign Up Thanks for submitting!

Tuttle Talk Presentations Mudflat hosts "Tuttle Talks" on Friday evenings, featuring artist presentations, films and mini-workshops. Tuttle Talks are free and open to the public. Tuttle Talk: Hannah Schelb Fri, Sep 18 Mudflat MPR More info RSVP

Friends of Mudflat Perks Subscription Enrolled students who take classes every semester and/or sign up for workshops, might be interested in purchasing a Mudflat Perks Subscription during a registration period. The Mudflat Perks Subscription provides the following benefits: 10% discount on class tuition and intro workshops Special member discount (up to 50%) on other workshops Early registration for classes and workshops* 10% discount on purchases at Mudflat Open Studio and Sale events in May and December The Mudflat Perks Subscription provides the discounts listed above but does not include studio access - you must be enrolled in a class to use the Mudflat facility. TO PURCHASE A SUBSCRIPTION: Perks Subscriptions can only be purchased during registration periods. Registration periods begin on the first day of general registration and last for 3 weeks. We do not take Perks Subscription purchases outside of a registration period. A one year Perk Subscription is $200, and your discount can be applied immediately if registering for a class or workshop. You are not required to become a Subscriber to take classes at Mudflat. TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES: In order to register, you must create a mudflat.org online account. You can find the tutorials for creating an account and registering on our registration page . RENEWAL: When your Perks Subscription is due for renewal, you will receive an invoice from Mudflat via email, rather than renew when signing up for your class or workshop. When your renewal date is approaching, invoices will be sent out at the beginning of the registration period (referenced above) and be valid for 3 weeks. If you would like to renew your Mudflat Perk Subscription, pay the invoice by the listed due date. If you do not want to renew, do not pay the invoice. Please note: Perks subscriptions do not auto-renew. Not paying the issued invoice by the due date will result in the cancellation of your Mudflat Perks Subscription. CONDITIONS: Please note there is no early registration for the August semester of classes. Subscriptions are non-transferrable. One subscription per person. The Mudflat Perks Subscription does not include studio access - you must be enrolled in a class to use the Mudflat facility. For subscription renewal, we do not accept late payment on Perks Subscription invoices once the due date has passed Become a Lifetime Subscriber! This is a great way to show your support for Mudflat. Lifetime Subscriber is for one adult and includes all of the above benefits. $2000; please contact the Mudflat office for more information. Once there are plans available for purchase, you’ll see them here. No plans available

Introductory Workshop Come try your hand at working with clay! These introductory workshops are a great way to see if you like this material. Designed for first-timers, with hands-on instruction. Choose from Adult Wheelthrowing Intro or Friday Night Wheel: WHEELTHROWING INTRO WORKSHOP Come try your hand at working with clay on the potter's wheel. Mudflat teacher Lisa Knebel will show you how to use the potter's wheel to make your own pots. Each student will save one pot that they make and it will be glazed and fired. This is a great way to see if you like this approach to working with clay. Each workshop meets Sundays, 1-3 pm FRIDAY NIGHT WHEEL Have a fun Friday night in East Somerville by trying your hands at working with clay on the potter's wheel. Mudflat teacher Jesse Dougherty will show you how to use the potter's wheel and introduce you to making your own pots. Makes a great date night! Each student will save one pot that they make and it will be glazed and fired for pick-up at a later date. Each workshop meets Fridays, 6-8 pm OTHER INFORMATION: Refund Policy Refund policy for workshops: Tuition for workshops is refundable (minus the service fee & processing fees if you cancel two weeks before the workshop date. If you cancel your workshop after that date, tuition may be non-refundable. Credits, refunds or transfers will not be issued for missed dates. Pottery Pickup Storage Period: Completed pottery for classes and workshops will be held at Mudflat for up to 2 months from the completion date. After this period, unclaimed pieces may be disposed of to make room for new student work. Student Responsibility: Students are responsible for picking up their finished pieces within the 2-month window. Please don't forget to collect your creations! We love seeing the wonderful pieces you've made and want to ensure they make it home with you. Questions: If you have questions about pickup times or need to make special arrangements, please contact the office staff. Financial Aid & Card to Culture When registering using these two options, you will need to put in a coupon code during checkout to receive the proper discount/payment option. Please see the financial aid or EBT Card to Culture pages for more information. Registration Service Fee When registering for a class online, you may notice the "service fee" line item. This service fee partially covers the cost of operating this electronic booking system & taking registrations online. Register for an Introductory Workshop For introductory workshops, we will be booking dates 2 months in advance. Please see below for 2026 registration dates: January 15 at 10 am: For workshops taking place in March & April March 15 at 10 am: For workshops taking place in May & June May 15 at 10 am: For workshops taking place in July & August July 15 at 10 am: For workshops taking place in September & October September 15 at 10 am: For workshops taking place in November & December November 15 at 10 am: For workshops taking place in January & February Please note that we do not keep a waitlist for our introductory workshops. If we have a cancellation in a workshop, we will post the spot back on the site. If you are on Instagram, follow us @mudflat_studios and we will post about any space openings due to cancellations in our stories! Friday Night Wheel- Makes a great date night! Sold Out Friday Night Wheel Workshop: Sept 18 Fri, Sep 18 More info Details Friday Night Wheel Workshop: Sept 25 Fri, Sep 25 More info Register Friday Night Wheel Workshop: Oct 16 Fri, Oct 16 More info Register Friday Night Wheel Workshop: Oct 23 Fri, Oct 23 More info Register Wheelthrowing Intro Wheelthrowing Intro: Sept 27 Sun, Sep 27 More info Register Wheelthrowing Intro: Oct 11 Sun, Oct 11 More info Register Wheelthrowing Intro: Oct 25 Sun, Oct 25 More info Register Did you know? If you have a group of 5-15 people looking to try out clay, you could plan a private workshop with us! Learn more below: Learn more

Upcoming Events at Mudflat 8 days to the event Tuttle Talk: Hannah Schelb Fri, Sep 18 Mudflat MPR More info Learn more & RSVP 22 days to the event In the Garden; National Juried Exhibition Fri, Oct 02 Mudflat MPR More info Learn more & RSVP Past Juried Exhibition - October 3- November 2 2025 No Apologies Past Juried Exhibition- March/April 2025 The Mudflat Cup Show- 2025 Past Juried Exhibition- October 2024 Storytellers

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Student Resources What is Clay? Find out more about what clay is comprised of. Go to Tracking your Work Tips to keep track of your work as it goes through the firing process. Go to Working with Clay at Home Great for affiliated students! Go to Soda Firing Learn more about this firing technique. Go to High fire glazing basics info sheet Did you forget everything your teacher taught you on glaze day? No worries now that you found this sheet! Go to Slip vs. Underglaze Learn about the difference between the two. Go to Mudflat Memos Make your own tracking notebook! Go to Transporting Greenware from home Get your work safely to Mudflat from home. Go to Tips for Applying to Shows Learn more about selecting work, photographing and more! Go to How to Read a Test Tile Learn about the test tiles at Mudflat. Go to Instructional Videos Follow our YouTube channel for instructional and informative videos. Go to How to Use Oxide Washes Using Mudflat's oxide washes. Go to Independent study Cheat Sheet New to independent study ( and the studio)? Check out this quick guide of important info! Go to

What We Offer Want to come to Mudflat to work in clay? Check out the different options for how you can get involved here at Mudflat! Classes Mudflat offers a variety of ongoing classes for adults, kids, and teens! Adult class semesters run three times a year, each semester consisting of 14 weeks. During these semesters, classes meet once a week for 3 hours, and enrolled students have access to open lab hours for additional practice. For those seeking a shorter commitment, Mudflat also offers 4-week pottery classes that are perfect for beginners who want to explore wheel throwing without diving into a full semester. Designed specifically for those brand new to clay, these classes cover the fundamentals of throwing, trimming, and glazing functional pieces over four weekly sessions. Additionally, Mudflat offers an August semester where students can come to learn the basics of clay during a short summer semester. Kids and teen classes run from September to June annually, with classes meeting once a week for 2 hours during 6-week sessions. Classes offered are: handbuilding for younger kids ages 5-7 and wheel throwing for kids and teens ages 8-17. Ongoing classes are a great way to learn about crafting with clay! Learn more about adult classes Learn more about adult 4-week classes Learn more about kids classes Introductory Workshops Looking to try your hand at clay? Our introductory workshops are perfect for beginners! With hands-on instruction, you can choose from our Adult Wheelthrowing Intro or Friday Night Wheel workshops. New workshop dates are released every two months. Join us for a fun introductory workshop! Learn more about introductory workshops Private group/ Corporate Workshops Looking for a fun and creative activity for your group? Schedule a private workshop at Mudflat! Our workshops are perfect for groups of 5-15 people and can be scheduled during the day, on Friday evenings, or on weekends. Choose between basic wheelthrowing or handbuilding techniques and let our experienced instructors guide you through the process. Learn more about private workshops Residencies Mudflat is thrilled to offer two unique residency programs for professional artists seeking to work in our community clay studio. Our year-long residency program has been running since 1996 and provides artists a private studio space at no cost, access to Mudflat's facilities, a monthly materials stipend, a monthly housing stipend, and opportunities to teach and sell their work. Additionally, we offer a short-term residency program each summer for artists of color. Residents can propose their use of the program, such as developing teaching experience, creating a solo show hosted by Mudflat, or dedicating time to creating a body of work. This residency also includes a monthly materials stipend and monthly housing stipend and access to Mudflat's facilities. Consider applying to one of these great residency opportunities! Learn more about the year-long residency Learn more about the Artist of Color residency Studio Rentals Mudflat is home to a community of 38 ceramic artists who work in private or semi-private studios, creating a diverse range of functional and sculptural pieces. In our facility, Mudflat has two types of artist categories: Resident Artists and Associate Artists. Resident Artists are professional clay artists who have the technical skill and experience to fire their own work in the studio kilns. Associate Artists are serious clay students looking for more access, privacy, and shelf space. Both Resident Artists and Associate Artists have 24-hour studio availability, and use of other studio and classroom equipment. Learn more about studio rentals at Mudflat

14-Week Long Semester Adult Class Options Fall Registration: As of July 16th, all of the adult classes have filled with the exception of affiliated. If you are a previous Mudflat student and would like to sign up for affiliated, please contact the Mudflat office. Please add your name to the waitlist using the button below Please note waitlists do not carry over from semester to semester. When we have a drop in a class, we will go to the waitlist to fill the spot WAITLIST Upcoming Semester Classes Offered at Mudflat: Fall 2026 Semester dates: September 8 - December 14, 2026 Select the tab for the class level/type you are interested in learning more about Beginning Wheel Advanced Beginning Wheel Intermediate Wheel Beginning Handbuilding Intermediate Handbuilding Sculpture: Flora & Fauna Working Independently Mondays, 10 am - 1 pm with Kylie Marden Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Jesse Dougherty Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Noni Armony Wednesdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Richelle Soper Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Lisa Knebel Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Leah Guerin Fridays, 10 am - 1 pm with Hannah Schelb Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Bob Herman Class Description: This course is designed for individuals who have limited or no prior experience with clay and wish to acquire fundamental skills in pottery wheel techniques for crafting functional pieces. The sessions will include demonstrations on essential processes like wedging, centering, and shaping various items like vases, mugs, bowls, and plates. Participants will also be taught basic methods for glazing and decorating. Enrolled students will have the opportunity to use the studio during lab hours and will receive a complimentary 25 lb bag of clay. While personal clay tools are not included, they are available for purchase at Mudflat. Mondays, 10 am - 1 pm with Kate Kuligowski Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm with David LaPierre Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Cary Atsalis Fridays, 10 am - 1 pm with Doug Hansel Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Lisa Knebel Class Description: This course is designed for students who have some basic experience with the potter's wheel and wish to enhance their skills. The emphasis will be on developing throwing techniques, exploring various forms, and learning more advanced glazing and decorating techniques. Enrollment in semester-long classes includes lab access and a complimentary 25 lb bag of clay. Please note that personal clay tools are not included but can be bought at Mudflat. Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Steve Murphy Wednesdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Steve Murphy Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Tracy Raymond Class Description: Enhance your throwing skills and deepen your technical knowledge of working with clay. Explore intricate functional shapes, hone your throwing techniques, and learn advanced methods for decorating and glazing. The course will review and evaluate fired pieces to help you refine your individual artistic style. Additionally, you will have access to lab hours throughout the semester and receive a complimentary 25 lb bag of clay. Please note that personal clay tools are not included but are available for purchase at Mudflat. Mondays, 10 am - 1 pm with Chloe Marr-Fuller Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Gabrielle Fougere Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Hannah Schelb Class Description: Discover handbuilding as a different approach to creating both functional and artistic ceramic pieces. Participants will be instructed in fundamental techniques like coil, slab, and using molds, along with various decorative methods and finishing touches using lowfire or highfire clays and glazes. Students will work on their own projects under the guidance of the teacher. All semester courses include lab time and a complimentary 25 lb bag of clay. While personal clay tools are not supplied, they are available for purchase at Mudflat. Wednesdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Jen DeAngelis Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Julie Peck Fridays, 10 am - 1 pm with Gabrielle Fougere Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm with Gabrielle Fougere Class Description: Enhance your foundational handbuilding techniques and delve into creating intricate functional and/or complex shapes. The course will focus on honing handbuilding methods, experimenting with surface finishes, and exploring various ways to complete your pieces. The class will review and critique fired results to foster the development of a personal style. Enrolled students will have access to studio hours throughout the semester and will receive a complimentary 25 lb bag of clay. While personal clay tools are not included, they can be bought at Mudflat. Independent Study: Students who have prior experience working with clay have the opportunity to work on their own projects independently through the Independent Study program. Independent Study allows students to use the classroom space during open lab hours throughout the semester. Participants who are new to the studio should plan to attend an orientation meeting to receive studio details, clay and shelf space. This orientation happens on the first day of the semester at 6:30 pm. Please note that Independent Study does not include any instruction. Additionally, students enrolled in independent study will receive a complementary 25 lb bag of clay. Personal clay tools are not provided but can be purchased at Mudflat. Enrolled students might be interested in this Independent Study Cheat Sheet Affiliated: This program is designed for Mudflat students who were previously enrolled and have a home studio available for their work. It allows you to create pieces at home and then bring them to Mudflat for firing in our kilns by our technical team. Affiliated students are required to buy clay from Mudflat. The price of clay covers the cost of glazes, bisque and glaze firings. One bag of clay is included in the tuition fee. You are welcome to use the glaze rooms at Mudflat during our Open Lab Hours. Your work will be fired alongside other Mudflat student pieces during scheduled firings. Please note that being affiliated does not grant you a student shelf in the Mudflat classrooms, and no instructional support is provided. Mondays, 6:30-9:30 pm with Corran Shrimpton Class Description: This class explores botanical and animal forms through ceramic sculpture. Drawing inspiration from the natural world — whether humans, insects, flowers or imagined hybrid creatures — students will learn to translate organic shapes into expressive clay forms. Students will learn a range of hand building techniques—pinching, coiling, slab construction, and sculpting solid—as well as surface approaches like carving, texture, slips, and underglazes. Approaches will range from observational realism to expressive abstraction and fragmentation. Students who are interested in creating vessels are also welcome and will be encouraged to explore the sculptural possibilities within a functional frame. CLASS INFORMATION: Tuition For adult classes & independent study tuition is $850.00 for 14 weeks unless otherwise noted. Affiliated tuition is $750 Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay (there is a $10 surcharge for porcelain) with glazes and firings, but does not include personal clay tools, please see below. Students may purchase additional clay from Mudflat; students may not bring in any clays or glazes from other studios or suppliers. Tuition also includes use of the studio classrooms during open lab hours. Mudflat does offer financial aid. Please see our EBT Card to Culture Page or our Financial Aid page on the website for more info. Tuition must be paid in full to complete your registration. Clay Tools Personal clay tools are not provided for adult classes, but may be purchased at Mudflat. We have an assortment of individual clay tools available for sale or a basic 8-piece beginning tool set. These can be purchased the first day of class in Mudflat's office. Refund Policy Refund policy for all classes, independent study & affiliated: Tuition for classes is refundable minus the service & processing fees if you cancel two weeks before the semester begins . If you cancel your class after that date, tuition is non-refundable. Credits or transfers will not be issued for missed classes. Community Guidelines Policy Mudflat Pottery School is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment free from discrimination and harassment for all participants, including students, faculty, studio artists, staff, board members, and the public. Mudflat leadership is committed to ensuring that the studio is a space where people of all identities and abilities feel respected and valued. It is expected that everyone at Mudflat will contribute to a culture in which all participants feel personally safe, listened to, valued, and treated with fairness and respect. We expect everyone to embrace these values and to express them in studio interactions and through everyday practice. We kindly ask all students to read our full list of community guidelines and agree to them during the class sign-up process. Your understanding and adherence to these guidelines help us create a positive and respectful environment for everyone. Read the full list of community guidelines here . Makeup class policy for the 14-week long semester classes Instructor-Initiated Cancellations: When an instructor must cancel a class or when Mudflat closes due to inclement weather, a formal makeup class will be scheduled for all enrolled students. Student-Initiated Absences: If a student misses a class for personal reasons, there are no formal makeup classes, class transfers, or refunds provided. Students who must miss a session are encouraged to: Notify their instructor in advance when possible Practice missed skills during designated open lab hours Pottery Pickup Storage Period: All unclaimed work is kept for two months and will be disposed of on the last Wednesday of the second month. For example, work made in May must be collected by the last Wednesday of July. Please note the following exceptions: June work is given an extra month due to the August break, and must be collected by the last Wednesday of September. December work receives additional time following the holiday closure and studio reopening. Student Responsibility: Students are responsible for picking up their finished pieces within the 2-month window. Please don't forget to collect your creations! We love seeing the wonderful pieces you've made and want to ensure they make it home with you. Questions: If you have questions about pickup times or need to make special arrangements, please contact the office staff. Mudflat Perks Subscription Renewal When your subscription is due for renewal, you will receive an invoice via email from Mudflat, rather than renew when signing up for your class or workshop. Invoices will be sent out to members who are up for renewal on the general registration date. If you would like to renew your subscription, simply pay the invoice online. If you do not want to renew your subscription, do not pay the invoice. If you are not sure when to expect this invoice, you can see your renewal date in your online profile under "My Subscriptions". Please note: subscriptions do not auto-renew. Invoices that are not paid by the due date will result in a lapsed subscription. Financial Aid & Card to Culture When registering using these two options, you will need to put in a coupon code during checkout to receive the proper discount/payment option. Please see the financial aid or EBT Card to Culture pages for more information.

Additional Ways to Support Mudflat Give in ways that work for you Whether you're planning for the future, or looking for other giving options, you can invest in Mudflat's mission in ways that align with your goals and values. Planned Giving Gifts of Stock Cash & Checks With planned giving you to make a significant impact on Mudflat's future that can provide you with meaningful tax benefits. Every planned gift—regardless of size—creates a lasting legacy that will touch countless students, artists, and community members for years to come. Ways to Make a Planned Gift: BEQUESTS: Include Mudflat in your will or living trust BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS: Name Mudflat as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or donor-advised fund IRA CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS: If you're 70½ or older, make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA APPRECIATED ASSETS: Donate stocks, bonds, or real estate and avoid capital gains taxes READY TO LEARN MORE? We understand this is a deeply personal decision. To discuss how a planned gift might work for you, please contact us. We're happy to work with you and your financial or legal advisors to create a gift that aligns with your values and goals. Mudflat is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Tax ID:04-2505540 . Please consult with your financial or legal advisor regarding your specific situation. If you've been part of the Mudflat community for years, you can deepen your support by donating appreciated securities or stock. This is a wonderful option that can benefit both you and our pottery school. Please provide the following to your brokerage account to make a gift of stock today! Registration Type: Corporate Account Receiving Firm Name: Fidelity Investments DTC Number: 0226 Name on Account: Mudflat Pottery School Inc Receiving Account # Z67-119113 Make a cash donation or make your check payable to: Mudflat Pottery School, 81 Broadway, Somerville MA 02145 Shop & Support In-Kind Donations Matching Gifts Please join us at our biannual Open Studio & Sale events, which features hundreds of handmade pieces by Mudflat artists, faculty, and students. Proceeds from these sales plus our gallery support our studio & Mudflat artists. It's a win-win: you bring home one-of-a-kind ceramics, support local artists and directly fuel our mission. Mudflat gratefully accepts some in-kind donations. Contributions we regularly accept include: Pottery equipment & supplies: Wheels, kilns, shelving, bats, tools and more. Exhibition support: Refreshments and supplies for gallery openings and events Finished pottery: Handmade pieces for our Open Studio fundraising raffles & special fund resale. Please note: Due to space constraints, we cannot accept all donations. Contact us before dropping off to ensure we can use your gift If you have gently used equipment or supplies you'd like to donate, please contact us at 617-628-0589 or email us to discuss what we can accept. Many employers will match your charitable donation to Mudflat—sometimes dollar-for-dollar! You can find out if your company matches by checking with your HR department or employee benefits portal.