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To help keep our space safe, masks (N95 or KN95) are required for all workshops. Please bring your own—extras are available at the studio. Masks protect against airborne illness as well as clay and glaze dust.
Our property is ADA accessible, with a ramp available for the bathroom (3 steps). On-site parking and other accommodations are available—email us with any needs: info@sooki.studio.
Our sliding scale is a tool for social equity, designed to make ceramics education accessible. Please choose the tier that fits your financial situation—this trust-based system helps us support more people.
The higher tiers reflect the full cost and subsidize lower tiers. Limited spots are available at each level. We also offer interest-free payment plans.
Questions or suggestions? We’d love to hear from you.
Workshops are non-refundable, but you may transfer your spot to someone else—just let us know in advance.
Students receive open studio access during their workshop, Thursday–Monday from 11am to 8pm, plus a 10% discount at Sooki Supply.
Class Details:
Taught by Alyson Iwamoto
September & October for 8 sessions
Dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25 + October 2, 9, 16 & 30 (*No class October 23rd)
Thursdays from 4 - 5:30pm
Limited to 10 students
Culmination Exhibit: Thursday, October 30th from 4-5:30pm
Located at Sooki Studio in Frogtown, 2971 Allesandro Street, Los Angeles, 90039.
Description
Join for an Introduction to Ceramics with artist and educator, Alyson Iwamoto! In this class, students will learn foundational techniques for handbuilt ceramics in an explorative, playful and creative learning environment.
Students are welcome to make anything they would like throughout the duration of the workshop and will learn pinch pots, coil building, slab building, surface decoration and glazing.
Potential pieces to be made… functional objects, creatures, musical instruments, masks, miniatures, wall hangings, sculptures, things from your dreams, real or imagined, the sky's the limit.
All tools and materials are included. All pieces will be fired and ready to take home on the last day of class. All pieces that are glazed will be food, microwave and dishwasher safe.
About Our Instructor
Alyson Iwamoto has worked in clay for over 20 years. She received her BFA in ceramics from Cal State University Long Beach and is an arts educator and advocate for the arts in public schools. She has taught a wide range of ages in various nonprofit institutions such as Inner-City Arts located in Skid Row where she taught over 8,000 children. That is where she learned the power of art and the infinite potential of imagination.
Her work is inspired by her Japanese heritage and LA roots and has been sold at the Craft Contemporary, Japanese American National Museum and the American Museum of Ceramic Art. Learn more about Alyson’s work at www.alysoniwamoto.com
Dress in comfortable clothing you don't mind getting a little messy. All materials we use will not stain.
We’ve got all the tools and materials covered—just bring a notebook, some water, and any favorite clay tools you can’t live without.
We’ll have all the basics ready—tools, materials, water, tea, coffee, and a few light snacks to keep you going.
Experience levels vary from workshop to workshop—peek at the description to see if it’s the right fit, or reach out and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Yes! The studio is dog friendly. Visit Sooki Supply for a dog treat :)
Masks are required for all workshops to help keep our space safer and more accessible. You're welcome to work outside mask-free—just pop one on when coming in and out of the studio.
We bisque fire to cone 06 and glaze fire to cone 5.
Yes! You can learn more here.
No problem—you can keep working during Open Studio time after the workshop has finished. Learn more here.
It depends on the workshop—we’ll note when they’re family-friendly. You're always welcome to bring your child along.
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