Wheel Throwing Classes & Handmade Ceramics in Tampa, FL
Floridian Ceramics is a working pottery studio tucked into Tampa's Seminole Heights neighborhood. We throw functional pieces by hand and teach real wheel throwing - no fluff, just clay.
Our Intro to Wheel Throwing class is the perfect starting point for beginners looking for a creative, laid-back outing.
Beginner Classes
What’s going on in the studio.
Beginner wheel throwing
You’ll learn the basics of wheel-thrown pottery in this beginner pottery class, including centering clay, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms. During this 2-hour class, you will create and paint two bowls, which are then trimmed, glazed, and finished by the studio in the kiln. No prior experience required.
Paint & Sip
Paint & Sip is back on the calendar soon. Grab a drink, pick up a brush, and spend a couple of hours painting handmade ceramics in the studio. It's the perfect outing for a group, a date night, or just a creative reset. Join our email list and we'll let you know the moment spots open up.
Plates Workshop
Our plates workshop is the perfect next step for anyone who's tried wheel throwing and wants to go deeper. You'll focus on throwing and shaping functional plates with real attention to consistency, compression, and clean form — the skills that define confident, capable potters.
What People Are Saying About Our Beginner Pottery Classes
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“It was my first time making pottery, and Haley was an amazing teacher! I had so much fun and love my piece!” -Shelby
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“The Intro to Wheel Throwing class was great. Haley was super encouraging and patient! We made two bowls during the class. Booking was easy, the studio is bright and beautiful and the end results far exceeded my expectations. 10/10” -Bailee
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“I’m so glad I picked Floridian Ceramics for my first intro to wheel throwing experience! The studio is intimate and Haley gives one on one hands on instruction with each student. Truly a relaxing, creative and fun experience.
You can BYOB too :)” -Nikki
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“Me and My husband booked an intro to pottery class and we had the absolute best time. Not only is the studio created into such a peaceful and creative space but we really got to learn so much about technique. A wonderful experience and we cannot wait to be back !” -Khadijah
