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Midwest Clay Project & Studios
Welcoming, inclusive clay studio with expert instruction and open studio time.
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Welcoming, inclusive clay studio with expert instruction and open studio time.
Midwest Clay Project & Studios sits at 78 N Bryan St, Madison, WI 53714, offering an inclusive, welcoming space for potters of all levels. The studio features multiple wheels and kilns, room for hand-building, and options from group to individual instruction and open studio time. Instructors, including Brian and Leo, are praised for patience, clear guidance, and flexible scheduling; fees are reasonable, and a committed artist community thrives there.
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Structured 6-week courses for beginners to advanced students, teaching fundamental to advanced throwing techniques with hands-on instruction.
Creative sessions focusing on sculpting, coil, and slab techniques for making functional and decorative clay pieces.
Flexible studio time for independent work with access to wheels, kilns, tools, and workspace for registered members.
Customized lessons for individuals, families, or small groups with personalized guidance from experienced instructors.
Professional kiln firing and glazing assistance to complete your pottery projects with quality finishes.
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Overall rating
Lissa McLaughlin
I’ve taken multiple classes at MCP and can’t wait to take more. The gifted teachers are encouraging and incredibly patient. The space is big and well-organized, with multiple wheels and kilns, and room for hand building, group and individual instruction, and open studio work. Fees are highly reasonable. Best of all is the community of committed artists and eager students, making for a little world that’s funky, inspiring, and chill! Highly recommended.
Margaret Dame
I took a refresher 6 week course on the wheel this summer (2025). Through the years, I have taken classes at several studios in the area, and this is the best experience I have had. The instructors (and owner Brian) are knowledgable and guided us through various techniques and forms with patience and encouragement. I received the best technical instruction I have ever had in any previous class. I highly recommend this studio.
Jeremy Holiday
I took a introductory wheel class with my 13yo homeschooler. We had a blast from the first day 'til the last. In particular, we enjoyed the way most of instruction was done... with out hands on clay watching the instructor demonstrate the new skill. We both went from having no previous throwing experience to being able to what the instructor called "intentional throwing" where we start with a clear end goal in mind, and work towards it step by step. We loved the instructor and the feel of the class and the space. We will be taking another class again soon. Also, our house is now decorated with lots of great pieces that we made in the class.
Alexandra Morgan
I’ve taken two six week clay courses with MCP and I had a wonderful experience both times. The studio environment is welcoming, fun, and nonjudgmental. I felt super comfortable as a complete beginner and the instruction was really helpful to building up my skills and confidence at the wheel. The studio owner, Brian, is an exceptional teacher!
Jonathan Duff
Midwest Clay Project is a welcoming, inclusive environment for potters of all levels! My partner and I took the Wheel 1 class and were impressed with the structure of the class and the support given. Our instructor, Leo, and the owner of the studio, Brian, were accommodating when we needed flexibility and went above and beyond to make sure we got what we wanted out of the class. Could not recommend MCP enough!
