Why Clay?

Clay is a teacher, a friend, and sometimes our therapist! It's full of possibilities, and reveals our own limitations to help us grow. Maybe this articles title should really be, "Pottery and the Meaning of Life!"

So, why clay?

Clay allows you to be creative. It helps you rid of analytic thinking of the day's work with your hands to shape what's in your imagination. Clay offers the spark of possibility and giving into joy.

Clay brings us together. A community studio is built on sharing, comradery, love of the material and process, and offering support. It builds lifetime friendships and fosters a sense of belonging with like-minded folk.

Clay is also a gym membership! Physical labour meets the mind in a healthy way with clay: wegding, throwing, handbuilding, and loading kilns. At the studio, you get in your daily steps!

Clay brings calm. The process of pottery is cyclical, and that rhythm reduces stress. You know what to expect, and you can let you mind wander.

Clay builds our confidence. There is a pride to what we do. We are only in competition with ourself, and seeing the growth of our skills offers a deep sense of accomplishment. Clay meets you where-ever you are.

Clay is resilience. Mistakes are part of the process, not unlike life. It's a humbling experience that invites learning and humour. We can learn to take ourselves more lightly, try again, and enjoy the journey.

Clay centers you. Literally. Center the clay on the wheel, and it strangely centers yourself ❤︎