Pottery Classes in San Diego at The Pottery Outpost
Hands-on clay classes for kids, adults & total beginners — right in Ocean Beach.
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing at The Pottery Outpost — a dedicated pottery studio by The Artist Outpost.
(619) 228-9653
hello@theartistoutpost.com
4934 Voltaire Street, Suite A.
San Diego, CA 92107
Who We Are
A Dedicated Pottery Studio by The Artist Outpost
We’re The Pottery Outpost — a dedicated studio offering pottery classes in San Diego for all ages and skill levels. As a pottery-focused extension of The Artist Outpost in Ocean Beach, we keep things fun, welcoming, and wildly therapeutic. No stuffy art-school vibes—just good clay, great energy, and instructors who genuinely care.
Don’t Miss These Upcoming Workshops
Handbuilt Ceramic Takeaway Coffee Mugs
10:00am – 12:00pm PDT
Handbuilt Ceramic Takeaway Coffee Mugs
Create your own handmade ceramic takeaway coffee mug in this relaxed and creative 2-hour pottery workshop. Using simple handbuilding techniques, you’ll shape a sturdy mug, attach a handle, and craft a custom sip lid—perfect for your daily coffee or tea. Our instructors will guide you step-by-step as you build, refine, and add texture or decorative details to make your piece uniquely yours. No experience needed, this class is beginner-friendly and a fun introduction to working with clay.
Clay Handbuilding: Hanging Wall Pockets
9:00am – 11:00am PDT
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and build your own ceramic wall pocket—perfect for holding air plants, dried florals, or simply adding an artful, handmade touch to your space. Using slab-building techniques, we’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping, assembling, and adding texture or carved details to make your piece uniquely yours.
Clay Handbuilding: Jewelry Dishes & Ring Cone
9:00am – 11:00am PDT
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and craft a custom ceramic jewelry dish and ring cone set—perfect for your nightstand, bathroom, or as a thoughtful handmade gift. We’ll take this classic project a step further, focusing on organic shapes, modern textures, and elevated design details that feel more boutique than basic.
Clay Handbuilding: Wine Bottle Chillers/Utensil Crock
9:00am – 11:00am PDT
Create something beautiful and functional for your home
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and build your own ceramic wine bottle chiller or kitchen utensil crock—a timeless piece that’s equal parts practical and artful. Using simple handbuilding techniques, we’ll guide you through forming a clean cylinder shape, then elevating it with texture, carving, and personalized details that match your style. 
Our Classes
Pottery Classes in San Diego for Every Skill Level
Adult Pottery Classes in San Diego
Beginner-friendly pottery classes in San Diego — learn to wheel throw or hand build in workshops and 5-class series led by expert potters.
Kids and Teen Pottery Classes
Pottery classes and camps in San Diego for creative kids and teens — learn to hand build and throw on the wheel in a fun, supportive studio.
Join Our Class
Ready to try something creative and hands-on? Our pottery classes are relaxed, beginner-friendly, and full of good energy. Explore the full lineup and find the perfect class for you — just click below to see what’s available.
Pottery Workshop
Turning mud into something amazing
Looking for a fun, no-pressure way to try pottery? Our one-night workshops are the perfect intro to pottery classes in San Diego. Learn to throw on the wheel, hand-build your own project, or paint a ceramic mug — no experience needed.
Why Pottery?
More Than Mud — Why Pottery Works
Pottery helps you slow down, focus, and create something real with your hands. Whether you’re sculpting a bowl, painting a mug, or just learning to center on the wheel—this is screen-free, stress-free, joy-filled creativity at its best.
Ready for More Clay Time? Join Our Pottery Membership
Testimonials
What people are saying
This was an amazing experience for my first time being in a studio and I walked out with two great pieces.
Ruth Cain
I recently joined the pottery membership at Artist Outpost, and it's been such a great experience. Right from the start, I felt super welcomed by the staff and the friendly community of artists.
The membership gives you plenty of flexibility to come in and use the studio when it works for you. The space is stocked with everything you need, whether you're new to pottery or more experienced. There's a great selection of tools, and the clay is provided, which is a huge plus. It’s nice not having to worry about buying your own materials and just focusing on creating.
I’m so obsessed with The Artist Outpost! I had never taken a pottery class and got the urge to give it a try. I just finished my first 5-class series with The Artist Outpost. The times are so convenient with after work options. The studio space feels like a perfect part of the community that I never knew existed. Every time I’m at the studio, I feel like I’m home hanging with friends. The studio is organized and has everything you need to get started with pottery!
Katherine McKernan-McCracken Pottery Member⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Google Review