About PotteryKing

Our story, mission, and the people behind our community

Our Story

PotteryKing was founded in 2010 by a group of passionate pottery artists who wanted to create a community space where both beginners and experienced potters could gather, learn, and create beautiful pieces together.

What started as a small studio with just a few wheels and kilns has grown into a thriving community center that offers not only pottery classes but also cooking workshops, events, and a membership program that connects creative individuals from all walks of life.

Our journey hasn't always been smooth – we've had our share of collapsed clay structures and overbaked cookies – but through it all, we've stayed true to our mission of fostering creativity, community, and craftsmanship.

2010

PotteryKing founded by three friends in a small rented studio space.

2012

Expanded to a larger location and added five more pottery wheels.

2015

Introduced cooking classes to complement our pottery offerings.

2018

Launched our membership program to create a sustainable community.

2021

Added online classes and workshops during the pandemic.

2025

Celebrating 15 years with our biggest studio yet and a thriving community of over 500 members!

Our Mission

At PotteryKing, our mission is to provide an inclusive, creative environment where people can explore the joy of making things with their hands. We believe that creativity is a fundamental human need, and that everyone deserves access to high-quality instruction, tools, and community support to develop their skills.

We are committed to:

Whether you're a complete beginner picking up clay for the first time or an experienced potter looking to refine your technique, our doors are open to you.

Meet Our Team

The heart of PotteryKing is our dedicated team of instructors and staff who bring their expertise, passion, and creativity to our community every day.

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Sarah Johnson

Founder & Head Pottery Instructor

With over 20 years of pottery experience, Sarah's passion for clay is infectious. She specializes in wheel throwing and decorative glazing techniques.

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Marcus Chen

Head Chef & Cooking Instructor

A culinary school graduate with experience in five-star restaurants, Marcus brings professional cooking techniques to our members in an approachable way.

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Emily Rodriguez

Community Manager

Emily ensures everything runs smoothly at PotteryKing, from organizing events to managing memberships and keeping our community connected.

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David Kim

Pottery Instructor

Specializing in sculptural ceramics, David helps members explore the more artistic side of pottery with his innovative techniques.

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Priya Patel

Baking Instructor

A pastry chef with a gift for teaching, Priya makes even the most complex baking techniques accessible to beginners.

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Miguel Torres

Facility Manager

Miguel keeps our kilns firing, our wheels spinning, and our kitchen equipment in top condition. He's the wizard behind the scenes making everything work!

Our Studio

Located in the heart of the city, our 5,000 square foot studio is a maker's paradise. Our facilities include:

We've designed our space to be welcoming, inspiring, and functional for both learning and creating. Natural light floods our main studio, and our open-concept design encourages collaboration and community-building.

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