Earth
to art
Transforming Earth Into Art
Located in the vibrant coastal town of Leucadia, California, The Mudd House Ceramics Studio is a haven for artists, beginners, and anyone passionate about the art of pottery. Established with the vision of bringing clay to life and fostering creativity, The Mudd House is more than just a studio—it's a warm and inclusive community of like-minded individuals who come together to learn, share, and inspire.
With Love,
SIGNATURE OFFERINGS
Workshops
At The Mudd House, we offer a handful of specialty workshops that include clay foraging, large-scale throwing, Kurinuki, glazing techniques & more.
Workshops & special events include all materials and instruction.
Holiday Workshops!
Holiday Workshops!
Handbuilt Holiday Platters!
Celebrate the holidays in a truly memorable manner! Join us for a special event: Handbuilt platters adorned with pressed leaves. Spend an hour and a half creating unique, one-of-a-kind pieces to set your table this holiday season. Don't miss this special opportunity to craft something special to use for years to come. Reserve your spot now! Cost: $75 per person (please make a reservation for each attendee).
Ornament Making!
Embrace the holiday spirit at our Ornament Making Workshop! Join us for a festive crafting session where you'll design and craft FOUR ornaments. Additional creations can be kept for $2 per piece. Pre-made, bisque fired ornaments will be on hand for purchase, offering a blank canvas to glaze for just $2 each. Unleash your imagination and add a personal touch to your holiday decor. Reserve your spot today and let the festivities begin!
You'll get a quick and dirty demo on centering, forming, pulling walls and shaping. Then, you'll work at a wheel alongside others while we coach you through the process.
If you’re over 21+, BYOB!
*This is NOT a formal lesson*
Every Thursday | 5pm & 6:30pm
HAPPY HOUR
Join us for 4 weeks of fun! Throughout this beginner’s course, you will learn how to create a wheel thrown vessel from start to finish. Weeks 1 & 2 are focused on throwing. Week 3 is dedicated to trimming. Week 4 is focused on glazing. This course is designed for beginner to intermediate potters and those who already do have some experience on the wheel but want to improve upon their skills & want to learn to trim and glaze their work.
Begins December 6th at 5pm
DECEMBER MuLTi-Week Course
Connecting Community Through Clay
We shape more than just pieces of art, but a vibrant community.
Our Story
The Mudd House is the what happens when passion meets community. Women-owned & run, our studio is not just a place to create art but a vibrant community hub where connections are forged and creativity flourishes. We believe in the power of art to bring people together, to inspire, and to uplift. Our studio is a safe space where people can come together to express themselves through the timeless medium of ceramics. We pride ourselves on the friendships, laughter, and joy that is foraged within our walls.
OUR TEAM
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Emma
Owner | Artist
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reilly
Studio Manager | Artist
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Casey
Instructor | Artist | Marketing Manager
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Annie
Instructor | Artist | Sales & Marketing
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Chandler
Instructor | Artist
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Caz
Studio Assistant | Artist
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Kelsey
Studio Assistant | Artist
Additional offerings
Private Parties
Birthday parties, girls night out, group-dates, and more! Our experienced instructors will guide you through the ceramic process, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience for all.
At The Mudd House we can accommodate up to 12 people in our space.
Specialty workshops
Every so often we have the gift of hosting other artists in our space to lead our members and community through their unique specialty. Bringing in artists who have mastered large-scale throwing, glazing technique, kurinuki carving, & more, these workshops aim to inspire our members & students to push their own creative limits.
Corporate Bonding
Bringing a unique experience to YOU!
At The Mudd House we offer a full ceramic experience, and you never have to leave the office! Our instructor will guide your team through hand-building & sculpting techniques. We handle glazing and firing your pieces, and they are ready to pickup 2 weeks from your workshop date.
Private Event Information:
We're so excited you're considering The Mudd House for your event! We love to celebrate birthdays, bachelorettes, team building, corporate events, and more! When you book a private event with us, you are renting out the entire studio space for 3 hours. You're welcome to bring food, drinks and decorations, just give us a heads up so we can plan accordingly.
What to Expect:
In your class, two skilled instructors will lead you through the basics of both handbuilding and wheel throwing. Half of the group will start with handbuilding and the other half will start on the wheel. At the 1.5 hour point we will switch so everyone gets a chance to do both handbuilding and wheel throwing.
Pricing
9-12 People: $1,500
13-15 People: $2,000
16-20 People: $2,700
*a 20% gratuity will be automatically added for private events*
One wheel-thrown piece and one hand-built piece are included per person. Additional pieces can be kept for $10 each. When you're ready to book, please email info@themuddhousestudio.com.
*cancellations or changes to your reservation must be made at least 48 hours before your appointment, requests or cancellations within 48 hours of your appointment will result in a fee and no refund will be processed*
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