PrismSight Clay Studio
Oakland Studio Since 2018

Shape bold ideas with your hands.

Join intimate clay sculpting classes where beginners and experienced makers explore form, texture, and personal expression in a supportive studio environment.

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Hand-Built Vessels & Sculptural Forms
6-week evening series • 8 students max
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98%
Student return rate
240+
Classes held in 2024
1,150
Community members
12
Resident teaching artists
Why students stay

The PrismSight difference

Small, supportive groups

Maximum 8 students per class so every hand receives personal guidance from start to finish.

All materials included

Premium clay, glazes, and firing fees are covered. Just bring your ideas and curiosity.

Flexible make-up sessions

Life happens. Missed a class? Schedule a make-up slot within the same month at no extra cost.

Three ways to begin

Find your perfect entry point

Intro to Hand Building

Perfect first class. Learn pinch, coil, and slab techniques over 4 weeks.

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Sculptural Expression

Move beyond vessels into abstract and figurative forms with armature support.

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Open Studio Membership

Unlimited access to wheels, kilns, and glazing area with monthly mentorship hours.

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From our community

"I walked in nervous about clay and left with a finished piece I’m genuinely proud of. The instructors made every step feel achievable and joyful."

— Maya Torres, 4-time student
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