Clayhouse

Love this place they are going to have a NEW Show “The Clayhouse” presents : “PUT A LID ON IT” Opening and Artists’ Reception June 11th 1-9 pm Show Dates - June 11 – July 30, 2011 We have a variety of handmade pots with lids including: teapots, lidded boxes, casseroles, sugar jars, butter dishes, storage containers, decorative jars, covered rice bowls, square jars, round jars and much more. The Clayhouse Studio & Gallery 2909 Santa Monica Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 828-7071 Regular Gallery Hours: Tues - Sat 10 - 5 See recent photographs of our pottery on our website Artists in the Show: Alice Gruszniewski - Amy Kivnick - Angela Tortu - Cathy Klose - Corky Quakenbush - Diana Ungerleider Ginger Chapman - Hrant Agbabian - Jae L - Jane Tomlinson - Janet Grings - Joyce Freedman Leslie May – Shannon Burgess - Sierra Pecheur - Sissy Mcdonald - Tani Sims - Yoshie Shimato The Clayhouse is an established part of Santa Monica and is the oldest high-fire pottery studio on the Westside. It is a communal ceramics, pottery and sculpture studio operating at the same Santa Monica location since 1971. The unassuming storefront on Santa Monica Blvd. displays some of the works of The Clayhouse' current members. The Clayhouse Gallery has a fine selection of unique handmade pottery and ceramic art made by local artisans. From classically styled stoneware bowls, dishes and vases to finely crafted ceramic art, The Clayhouse is pleased to offer the products created by the artists who work there. Walking through to the rear you will find our large open studio with tables, wheels, glazes, kilns and pottery in various stages of completion. more

The Clayhouse is the only pottery studio in Santa Monica that offers memberships with unlimited access to learning or accomplished artists who create in clay. It took me while to find this place, and now I spend time there every day because it's exactly what I was looking for. You can become a member and work at your own pace, or you can take a class. 6-weeks sessions are offered in wheel throwing, hand building and sculpture. Private sessions are also available. Tani, the owner and Lori, the technician, are there 6 days a week and will help you find you way around the studio. There is also a gallery in the front where members can sell their ceramics, and you can buy clay and other supplies. The atmosphere is busy but really cool, with a great sense of community. This place litterally changed my life, check it out!!! Pros: Only place with 24/7 access to members on the West Side Cons: You'll want to spend all your time there! more