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Mud Enthusiast Workshops

Awaken your creativity through tactile play creating heirloom vessels.

Inviting intentional moments of connection with ourselves while building community.

Whether you’re an avid ceramicist or a curious newbie, the Mud Enthusiast community is for you.

About your instructor:

Katie grew up amongst the sandstone walls of northern Arizona and has had her hands deep in dirt all her life. She first fell in love with clay as a therapeutic outlet in 2015 at a community studio in Tucson, AZ, and enjoys creating small batches of pottery made with intention. She began sharing her joy of pottery through teaching in 2022 and is grateful to share the tactile act of creating with clay.

About the space:

Katie aims to cultivate an environment to nurture creative play - providing a welcoming space to connect with clay and ourselves. She hopes you will leave each experience feeling grounded and inspired, with an heirloom you’ll cherish for years to come.

Workshops are hosted at a variety of spaces including the backyard of Katie’s home studio in South Central Austin, local ceramic studios, plant stores, cafes, and more.

Interested in hosting a private workshop? We can come to you or host you at Katie’s studio.

Upcoming Workshops

Red Mica Altars 9/13

$ 105 

Saturday, September 13th

12:30pm - 3:30pm

At Broad Studios Clubhouse - 727 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78721

In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll explore the shimmering, textured beauty of micaceous clay from Northern New Mexico. I'll guide you through the process to create a unique altar/wall hanging. Perfect for holding a candle, precious things, or just to display on it's own.

Multiple templates and designs will be available to customize your piece. Pieces will be fired and left unglazed - allowing the beautiful mica to sparkle through (which turns gold after firing!)

No experience needed—just come ready to play.

Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way. Short nails recommended for a more enjoyable experience.

Pieces will be fired unglazed and ready for pick-up in 4-5 weeks. Shipping available for an additional fee.

Earth + Stone Adornments: A Jewelry Workshop

$ 115 

Tuesday, September 23rd

6:30 pm - 9:00pm

At Ceramigos Pottery Studio - 930 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745

Earth + Stone Adornments: A Jewelry Workshop
with jewelry artist, Alaina Lee

Awaken your creativity through the timeless pairing of clay and stone. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft jewelry that blends the shimmering beauty of micaceous clay with the elegance of precious gems.

Micaceous clay, sourced from Northern New Mexico, carries natural flecks of mica that transform into a warm golden sparkle once fired. Using provided templates, you’ll shape and design your own pieces before finishing them with high-quality jewelry findings and hand-selected stones.

Together, Katie and Alaina will guide you step by step as you create:

  • Two pairs of earrings
  • One necklace pendant 
  • Customized with gems of your choice. (and you’re welcome to bring your own special beads to incorporate!)
  • Assembled with 14k gold-filled, hypoallergenic, and gold-plated materials — necklace chain not included

Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way. Short nails recommended for a more enjoyable experience.

Each piece will be fired and left unglazed, allowing the mica’s natural golden shimmer to shine through. Your finished jewelry will be ready for pickup 4–5 weeks after the workshop. Shipping available for an additional fee.

🤲 No prior experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and love for making.

Join us for an evening of creativity, earth, and adornment.

White Mica Altars 10/1

$ 105 

Wednesday, October 1st

6:00pm - 8:30pm

At Katie Ann Clay’s home studio in South Central Austin (just south of Oltorf between S Congress Ave & S 1st S) *address will be provided after sign-up

In this 2.5-hour workshop, we’ll explore the shimmering, textured beauty of micaceous clay from Northern New Mexico. I'll guide you through the process to create a unique altar/wall hanging. Perfect for holding a candle, precious things, or just to display on it's own.

Multiple templates and designs will be available to customize your piece. Pieces will be fired and left unglazed - allowing the beautiful mica to sparkle through (which turns gold after firing!)

No experience needed—just come ready to play.

Light snacks and drinks are provided. Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way. Short nails recommended for a more enjoyable experience.

Pieces will be fired unglazed and ready for pick-up in 4-5 weeks. Shipping available for an additional fee.

Red Mica Altars at Cosmic Plant Co.

$ 105 

Saturday, October 25th

2:00pm - 4:30pm

At Cosmic Plant Co. Located behind Black Swan Antiques

1640 Hunter Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130

In this 2.5-hour workshop, we’ll explore the shimmering, textured beauty of micaceous clay from Northern New Mexico. I'll guide you through the process to create a unique altar/wall hanging. Perfect for holding a candle, precious things, or just to display on it's own.

Dive into your creative flow under an ancient oak surrounded by the plants of Cosmic Plant Co. Make a full day of it by exploring the historic town of Gruene, TX and check out the Texas Clay Festival happening the same day!

Multiple templates and designs will be available to customize your piece. Pieces will be fired and left unglazed - allowing the beautiful mica to sparkle through (which turns gold after firing!)

No experience needed—just come ready to play.

Please dress comfortably and be ready to get your hands dirty—in the best way. Short nails recommended for a more enjoyable experience.

Pieces will be fired unglazed and ready for pick-up in 5-6 weeks (in Gruene or Austin). Shipping available for an additional fee.

Interested in hosting a private workshop?
We can come to you or host you at Katie’s studio.

Let's create something, together.

Get in touch