Ghost Pottery
Shape a playful ghost from clay with step-by-step guidance.
Workshop Highlights
Expert Support
Hands-on coaching throughout the workshop.
Materials Provided
All studio tools and supplies ready for you.
BYOB Friendly
Unwind with your favorite drinks and playlist.
The Experience
What to expect when you step into the studio for ghost pottery.
Guided Instruction & Atmosphere
Join our instructors for an engaging, hands-on session. Our studio provides a welcoming, low-pressure atmosphere where everyone can explore their creative side.
Materials & Equipment Provided
All materials, tools, and personalized artist coaching are provided for the duration of the workshop. For handbuilding, we'll guide you through shaping and attaching clay to create your piece.
Optional Firing & Glazing
Your workshop includes the instruction, clay, and tools needed for the experience. Firing and glazing are optional and are not included in the class price. At the end of your session, you can choose whether to have your piece professionally finished.
| Finishing Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Bisque firing | $10 per piece |
| Regular solid-color glaze | $20 per piece |
| Specialty/fancy glaze | $35 per piece |
| Gold glaze, when available | $50 per piece |
Finished pieces are generally ready for pickup in approximately three weeks. Completion times are estimates, not guarantees.
Good to Know
Essential details about admission, timing, drinks, and studio location.
What's Included
- ✓All required tools and materials
- ✓Step-by-step artist instruction
- ✓Studio cleanup handled by CCF staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any previous experience?
No! All of our workshops are structured to be beginner-friendly with step-by-step guidance from our resident artists.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dusty or splashed with clay. Clay washes out of most fabrics.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Yes, our adult evening sessions are BYOB friendly (21+ for alcohol).
Ideas, Techniques & Inspiration
Get inspired before your workshop with practical tips, design ideas, and creative guides.
How to Make a Clay Ghost: A Beginner-Friendly Handbuilding Tutorial
Sculpt a simple ghost form with a flowing silhouette and expressive face. Form a rounded hollow dome or supported cone, as appropriate for the class.
Read guide →Seven Cute Ghost Pottery Ideas for Halloween and Beyond
Whimsical small ghost projects with personality and simple ceramic details. A squat round ghost feels playful, while a tall flowing one looks more theatrical.
Read guide →How to Give a Clay Ghost Personality With Just Three Marks
Use simplified facial features and gesture for expressive ceramic figures. Widely spaced eyes can feel surprised or innocent; close-set marks look more…
Read guide →Halloween Clay Classes in Chicago: Try Ghost Pottery in Pilsen
A practical guide to seasonal ghost handbuilding. Decide whether you want cute, slightly spooky or abstract.
Read guide →Ghost Pottery Glaze Ideas: White, Matte and Unexpected Colors
Finish a handmade ghost with simple color choices that reinforce its form. A pale finish can emphasize folds and hollow eyes.
Read guide →Ready to Create?
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