• MUD 101 – Multi-Week Classes: For people who want to really learn and develop their skills. We cover the whole ceramics process, including wheel throwing, handbuilding, trimming, decorating, glazing, and finishing. Class sizes are small so everyone can get individual instruction, and returning/experienced students can continue working at their own level.
• MUD: Wheel Basics – 4 Weeks: A shorter introduction focused specifically on wheel throwing, including throwing, trimming, and glazing. It’s a good place to start if you’re curious about the wheel but aren’t ready to commit to a longer course.
• Trial by MUD (TBM) – 2-Hour Workshop: Our one-time pottery workshop. It’s relaxed, social, and very beginner-friendly. You get to try the wheel and make something, without committing to a full course. We take care of the glazing and firing afterwards.
• If you want to learn ceramics and build your skills, choose one of our multi-week classes. If you want to try pottery without a big commitment, just to have some fun and see what you think, TBM is a great place to start.
• No experience is needed. All skill levels are welcome - we’ll meet you where you are.

• All of our classes are small, welcoming, and open to all skill levels. You don’t need to know anything about clay before you walk through the door.
• Our instructors are experienced in guiding beginners and our studio is fully equipped so you don’t need to purchase any tools in advance.

• MUD provides everything that students would need, including clay and an abundance of glazes/underglazes, and also fires students’ work in the kiln for them. 
• The studio is well-equipped with a wide variety of tools and equipment, all of which are available for students to use. 
• Additionally, for classes including the option of wheel-throwing, there are 10 wheels at MUD for classes of maximum 10 students, so you’re guaranteed a spot at a wheel if you want it.

• Wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a little muddy! 
• Pants are recommended if you want to sit at the wheel.

How to prepare before class:

• tie back long hair or bring a hair clip
• trim long nails if possible
• remove rings, bracelets, watch, etc.

• All the necessary tools and equipment will be provided to you at the studio. 
• If you already own your own tools, you’re welcome to bring anything in if you want to, but it’s not necessary.

• MUD The Clay Studio is a mid-range clay studio, firing at cone 5-6 oxidation,  with dipped glazes. Current clay choices: white stoneware, buff speckled stoneware.

• No, unfortunately we ask that you refrain from introducing outside clay to MUD to avoid any kiln or glaze issues.

• Pottery takes a little time! Your finished pieces will usually be ready for pick-up 3–4 weeks after your class or workshop, as they need time to dry completely and go through the glazing and firing process.
• We’ll let you know when your pieces are ready, and you can pick them up from the studio during our designated pick-up hours.

• Students can make up one (1) missed class per session by attending another class. 
• If available, a makeup class can be taken in the same week – you must check with the instructor. Alternatively, choose a class from either the week before or after the missed session. 
• Important: The makeup class must be within the same session you originally signed up for.

• All class and workshop registrations are non-refundable, as your registration reserves a spot in a small class.
• For multi-week classes, we allow one make-up class per session, subject to space. The make-up class must be within the same session.
• For Trial by MUD (TBM) workshops, we require at least 72 hours’ notice to reschedule. Cancellations or changes with less than 72 hours’ notice cannot be refunded, credited or rescheduled.
• We appreciate your understanding. As a small studio with limited class sizes, these policies allow us to keep our classes running and our instructors fairly scheduled.

• MUD The Clay Studio is located at the following address:
  388 Carlaw Avenue, Unit 101C
  Toronto, ON M4M 2T4
  Canada
• The nearest intersections are Gerrard St E and Carlaw Ave, and Dundas St E and Carlaw Ave.
• Click here to get directions to the studio on Google Maps

• There’s metered street parking right outside our door on Carlaw Ave, additional street parking on nearby residential streets, and paid parking lots in the area.

• You can e-mail us at hello@mudtheclaystudio.com or call us at (416) 463-MUDD (6833)

• You can join our e-mail newsletter by scrolling to the bottom of this page to be the first to know about upcoming classes and new offerings at the studio. 
• You can also follow us on Instagram or Facebook to see updates and announcements of upcoming classes.

• Yes! We host private events including, but not limited to, corporate team-building, birthday parties, bachelorette parties, family gatherings, and other celebrations. 
• We just need ample advance notice so we can coordinate and schedule an instructor for your event because MUD is a small working studio. Minimum and maximum group sizes vary depending on the type of workshop you’re looking for. 
• Send us an e-mail at hello@mudtheclaystudio.com or reach out through our contact form here to let us know what you have in mind. Please include any details that are important to you, including preferred dates and group size, so we can work with you to personalize the experience!

• Definitely! You can purchase a gift card directly through our website here.
• Simply choose the amount you’d like, and your lucky recipient can use it on any of our classes or workshops.