Katie grew up amongst the sandstone walls of northern Arizona and has had her hands deep in dirt all her life. She first fell in love with clay as a therapeutic outlet in 2015 at a community studio in Tucson, AZ, and enjoys creating small batches of pottery made with intention. She began sharing her joy of pottery through teaching in 2022 and is grateful to share the tactile act of creating with clay.
Katie aims to cultivate an environment to nurture creative play - providing a welcoming space to connect with clay and ourselves. She hopes you will leave each experience feeling grounded and inspired, with an heirloom you’ll cherish for years to come.
Workshops are hosted at a variety of spaces including the backyard of Katie’s home studio in South Central Austin, local ceramic studios, plant stores, cafes, and more.
Interested in hosting a private workshop? We can come to you or host you at Katie’s studio.
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll be guided through carving a pre-made turquoise clay tumbler—using Katie’s classic designs as inspiration. We’ll be seated outdoors in a small group, surrounded by trees, as you carve your way into rhythm and detail.
No experience needed—all materials and tools provided.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
Your piece(s) will be glazed and fired after class. Finished work will be ready for pick-up in 3–4 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
A 3-hour backyard workshop focused on small vessels and slow moments. Seated together on the ground under the trees, you’ll handbuild a set of 4 clay copitas—perfect for sipping mezcal, tea, or holding tiny treasures.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
Your piece(s) will be glazed in the color of your choice from Katie’s personal studio glaze collection and fired after class. Finished work will be ready for pick-up in 3–4 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
Slow down and get grounded—literally. In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll gather on the earth and explore the shimmering, textured beauty of micaceous clay from Northern New Mexico. You’ll have time and space to create one or more small pieces—a bowl, a tiny sculpture, or whatever flows through your hands.
This session is about curiosity, not perfection. No experience needed—just come ready to play.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
Pieces will be fired unglazed and ready for pick-up in 3–4 weeks. Shipping available for an additional fee.
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
This 3-hour immersive workshop is hosted in Katie’s cozy backyard studio in South Austin. You’ll learn to create an original handbuilt altar while enjoying slow, tactile play in community. All materials and tools are provided—just bring your curiosity and an apron. No experience needed.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
Your piece(s) will be glazed in the color of your choice from Katie’s personal studio glaze collection and fired after class. Finished work will be ready for pick-up in 3–4 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
This 3-hour immersive workshop is hosted in Katie’s cozy backyard studio in South Austin. You’ll be working with a pre-made, handmade moonrise mug—crafted by Katie—and using underglaze painting to decorate it in your own color palette and style. This is a relaxed, creative session focused on surface design and personal expression.
All materials and tools are provided—just bring your curiosity and an apron. No experience needed.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
Your decorated mug will be clear glazed and fired after the workshop. Finished pieces will be ready for pick-up within 3–4 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
This 3-hour immersive workshop is hosted in Katie’s cozy backyard studio in South Austin. You’ll explore the art of glaze trailing—a decorative surface technique—and apply it to a pre-made folkware-inspired mug crafted by Katie. Enjoy slow, tactile play in community while creating something truly one-of-a-kind.
All materials and tools are provided—just bring your curiosity and an apron. No experience needed.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
After the workshop, your mug will be fired in the kiln. Finished work will be available for pick-up within 3–4 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
6:00pm - 9:00 pm
At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up
This 3-hour immersive workshop is hosted in Katie’s cozy backyard studio in South Austin. You’ll learn to create an original handbuilt altar while enjoying slow, tactile play in community. All materials and tools are provided—just bring your curiosity and an apron. No experience needed.
Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way.
Your piece(s) will be glazed in the color of your choice from Katie’s personal studio glaze collection and fired after class. Finished work will be ready for pick-up in 3–4 weeks. Shipping is available for an additional fee.
Interested in hosting a private workshop? We can come to you or host you at Katie’s studio.
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