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Warwick Pottery Studio
Where you might find wheel love!
We’re a community studio located in Warwick, New York. We offer weekly pottery classes to adult potters of all levels, including wheel-throwing and hand-building classes, workshops, private & group lessons, parties, and more.
Whether you want to develop a new hobby, improve your skills, or have fun, our studio is a great way to get started. We offer flexible scheduling, affordable pricing, and a welcoming environment that makes learning easy and fun!
ABOUT US
Founded in 1990 by Marilyn B. Dale, Warwick Pottery Studio is a community-run studio in Warwick, NY. We’re a highly collaborative and supportive team, coming together to ensure our students receive quality pottery lessons! Everyone, from the first-time clay student to the most experienced potter, is a creator here. When all of our energies combine, magic happens!
MEET OUR TEAM
Marilyn B. Dale
Owner, Head Teacher
Howard Steng
Studio Manager, Teacher
Rachel Durland
Teacher
Marilyn is the owner, founder, and head teacher of the Warwick Pottery Studio. Marilyn's passion for pottery started when she was kicked out of her first ceramics class. Through perseverance, she discovered her love for pottery when she centered her first piece of clay at a small studio in Hoboken. Marilyn pursued pottery over painting due to the spiritual significance of creating pottery, despite the risk of it breaking.
In 1990, Marilyn carved a small studio in her home and began teaching others. What started with one student quickly grew into the Warwick Pottery Studio that we know today, a vibrant and nurturing space for students of all levels.
Meet Howard, our studio manager, teacher, and Tai Chi master. Howard believes that ceramics is an intuitive experience that involves trial and error.
For Howard, being part of the studio is about centering oneself, whether he's throwing a pot, mixing glaze, or loading the kiln- Howard believes the studio is a healthy and vibrant space where creativity and joy abound.
Howard is committed to sharing his love of ceramics with others by creating a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for potters of all experience.
Rachel is a passionate teacher who believes in the importance of functional art and the joy it brings. Despite not having formal ceramics training until college, Rachel took as many electives as possible and now holds a minor in ceramics.
For Rachel, working with clay is not just about making pretty pots; it's about centering oneself and being alongside like-minded and supportive individuals. Rachel loves teaching and finds great satisfaction in watching her students discover the joy of creating something out of nothing with their own hands.
OUR CLASSES & SERVICES
Wheel Throwing
Our pottery wheel classes are perfect for anyone interested in learning the art of throwing clay on a wheel. Our classes are designed to cater to all experience levels, from beginners to advanced students! Led by a team of incredible teachers, we use a unique approach that allows our students to learn at their own pace.
Hand Building
If you're interested in hand-building pottery classes, our studio is equipped with all the tools you need to bring your creative vision to life! Our hand-building pottery classes are perfect for beginners or those looking to improve their skills. You'll learn a variety of techniques like pinch pots, coil building, slab construction, and more!
Private/Group Clay Experience
We happily offer group and private pottery clay experiences to anyone interested in exploring the art of pottery privately or with a group of your choosing! Our Parties and Clay Experiences are joyful explorations into the world of clay, inviting you to touch, experiment, and discover its unique properties.
Birthday Parties & Special Interest Groups
We are proud to be inspiring young minds and encouraging creative thought through clay exploration. A fun-packed 60-90 minute group event, guests will explore clay through both wheel-throwing and hand-building methods. We'd love to host your next birthday party or special interest group!
CONTACT US
Studio Address
Warwick Community Center
Second Floor
11 Hamilton Ave, Warwick, NY 10990
Hours of Operation
Monday: 10AM – 9:30PM
Tuesday: 10AM – 9:30PM
Wednesday: 10AM – 9:30PM
Thursday: By appointment
Friday: By appointment
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: 10AM – 4PM
Email: marilynbdale@gmail.com
Phone: (845) 781-6560
*Please note: Contact by text message is preferred! If emailing, please use the subject line: "POTTERY CLASSES"