Welcome to the Potters and Sculptors Club Website

We are thrilled to have you join our vibrant community of ceramic and sculptural artists. As you explore our site, you’ll find a wealth of resources, including engaging articles that offer valuable insights, tips, and inspiration for artists of all skill levels.

Club Information

Below you will find a treasure trove of information pertaining to our club. If you can’t find something your looking for drop by the studio and ask one of our friendly and knowledgeable supervisors for assistance.

Featured Club Members & Demos

From demo artists, to lectures, classes and more, there is always something new to learn at the Potters and Sculptors studio. Make new friends, learning new techniques, but most of all have fun. Join the Potters and Sculptors Club today.

John Sapienza Glazing Demonstration

Glazing Demonstration by John Sapienza on September 8, 2022 presented by Potters & Sculptors Club in Laguna Woods Village. Video … Read More

Demo Artist: Jon Ginnity

This talented energetic young man brought his best game to the Ceramics Studio as our demo artist in February. A … Read More

PLAYFUL CAROLYN LINDQUIST

Originally from San Diego, her parents purchased 814 here in Laguna Woods over 23 years ago.  As her family got … Read More

Featured Artist for November – Joe Bona

By Rosemary Schalek This month, we are featuring the ceramic artwork of Potters and Sculptors Club member, Joe Bona. … Read More

December Featured Artist – Lola Lambly

By Rosemary Schalek Let me introduce Lola – in her own words! “Playing with Clay!! What wonderful words! For those … Read More

Bill Bryant Handles Demo Pt 1

Demonstration by Bill Bryant on pulling and attaching handles to mugs … Read More

Billbryant Lids 2

The Laguna Woods Village Potters and Sculptors Club present a Bill Bryant demonstration of Jars, Lids and other things … Read More

Carrie Eckert: A Multifaceted Artist with Unbounded Passion

Dive into the artistic journey of Carrie Eckert, a multifaceted artist who seamlessly transitions from the elegance of ballet to … Read More

Pat Bettendorf RAKU

The Laguna Woods Village Potters & Sculptors Club presents a demonstration by Pat Bettendorf on Raku … Read More

Jeff Picou Demonstration

Potter Jeff Picou’s demonstration given to the Laguna Woods Potters & Sculptors Club … Read More

Tim Hahne Demo

A Laguna Woods Village Potters & Sculptors Club demonstration by artist Tim Hahne on creating vibrant and visually beautiful bowls … Read More

Pat Chaput Demo

Video demonstration by the President of the Laguna Woods Village Potters & Sculptors Club, Pat Chaput, on the technique of … Read More

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Member Submitted Articles

Browse through some of our member submitted articles and lessons. Many of our club members artists are retired art teachers or professional artists and crafts people.

Sgraffito Techniques: Carving Creativity into Clay

Sgraffito, derived from the Italian word “sgraffire” meaning “to scratch,” is a decorative pottery technique produced by applying layers of color to leather-hard clay and then scratching away parts of … Read More

Throwing Lidded Jars: Techniques

Throwing lidded jars is an enjoyable and rewarding pottery technique that requires skill and patience. From centering the clay to creating a well-fitting lid, every step in the process is … Read More

Creative Clay Sculpting Techniques

Get your hands dirty and unleash your creativity with these innovative clay sculpting techniques! From texture play to sculpting with found objects, the possibilities are endless. Let’s get started! … Read More

Spout-tacular! Mastering the Art of Throwing and Attaching

Spout-tacular! Master the art of throwing and attaching with ease! … Read More

Sculpting with Slabs & Coils

Sculpting with slabs & coils is a fun and rewarding way to create unique ceramics. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this technique allows for endless possibilities and … Read More

Demo Artist: Jon Ginnity

This talented energetic young man brought his best game to the Ceramics Studio as our demo artist in February. A BFA in Ceramics from Fullerton, followed by an MFA in … Read More

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Thank you for spending time exploring the Potters and Sculptors Club website. We hope that you found our articles and resources both informative and inspiring. Our community is built on a foundation of creativity, collaboration, and a shared passion for the ceramic and sculptural arts, and we are thrilled to have had the opportunity to share that with you. As you continue on your artistic journey, we encourage you to revisit our website for new articles and insights that can help you grow as an artist.