Art in the Sierras: Guest Ceramics Workshops in 2026 at Quyle Kilns

One of the things we love most about Quyle Kilns is the opportunity to bring new ideas, techniques, and talented artists into our little corner of the Sierra foothills. This year we’re especially excited to welcome several professional ceramic artists to teach ceramics workshops here in Murphys, California, right in the heart of Calaveras County.

Quyle Kilns is located at historic Brice Station, a beautiful rural spot that has become a creative destination in the foothills. The old stage stop now includes a working ceramics studio, gallery, vineyard tasting room, a blacksmith shop, and a concert venue. It’s the kind of place where you can spend the afternoon in the ceramics shop, finding one of a kind hand-made items, have some wine, wander the sculpture garden at the top of the hill, then attend an evening concert.

For many years Quyle Kilns has been a place where people come to learn, experiment, and fall in love with clay. We regularly invite visiting artists to share their techniques and experience with our clay community. We hope to see you!

Four Ceramics Workshops

Our first workshop of the season is Slab-O-Rama with Lynn Wood, affectionately known as the “Pottery Texture Queen.” Lynn has a wonderful eye for surface and form, and in this workshop she’ll explore creative slab techniques and ways to incorporate texture into ceramic work.

Slab-O-Rama Workshop – Lynn Wood

Saturday, June 13 • 10:00–3:00

Contact Lydia Osias510-910-4718 or losias@comcast.net

Later in June we’ll host ceramic artist Loren Lukens for a two-day workshop focused on wheel throwing and surface treatment. This class is designed for experienced potters who want to push their throwing skills further and explore new approaches to finishing their work.

Wheel Throwing & Surface Treatment – Loren Lukens

June 27 & 28 • 10:00–3:00

Contact Amanda Maule209-272-0248 (text) or email ajmaule@gmail.com

In early fall, Kathy Skagg will lead a workshop on screen printing with ink underglazes, introducing students to a versatile surface technique that blends graphic design and ceramics.

Screen Printing with Ink Underglazes – Kathy Skagg

Saturday, October 3 • 10:00–3:00

Contact Lydia Osias 510-910-4718 or losias@comcast.net

We will also be offering a creative Table-Top Totem Workshop with our own Amanda Maule, where participants will build sculptural ceramic forms perfect for display in the home or garden.

Table-Top Totem Workshop

September 26 & 27 • 10:00–3:00

Contact Amanda 209-272-0248 (text) or ajmaule@gmail.com

We’re thrilled to bring these artists to Calaveras County and share their knowledge with our clay community. Whether you’re interested in wheel throwing, handbuilding, or exploring new surface techniques, these workshops are a wonderful chance to learn, experiment, and spend a day immersed in clay.

If you’ve been curious about ceramics workshops in Murphys, California, we hope you’ll join us at Quyle Kilns. There’s nothing quite like a day in the studio, hands in clay, surrounded by creative people.

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