Vivid Ridge Clayworks
Est. 2018 • Berkeley, CA

Clay that feels
like a journal entry.

Small-group classes where technique meets storytelling. Wheel throwing, handbuilding, and sculpting taught with warmth and precision.

Warm studio with pottery wheels
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Journal-style lessons

Each session is written like a personal notebook entry—clear steps, reflections, and space for your own notes.

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Tiny cohorts only

Maximum eight students per class so every hand receives focused attention and real-time feedback.

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Full kiln access included

Fire, glaze, and finish your pieces on site. We provide all materials and fire every piece you make.

Spring 2026 Sessions

A few favorite workshops opening next month. Limited seats remain.

Stories from the studio

Read the journal →

“I finally understood why my bowls kept collapsing. Ruth’s quiet coaching made everything click.”

— Maya R., Nov 2025 cohort

“The weekly prompts felt like writing letters to myself. My first teapot<|eos|>