A Community Pottery Studio
in Midlothian, Virginia
Pottery Classes for All Skill Levels
At River City Clay in Midlothian we offer pottery classes and ceramics instruction for all skill levels. Learn wheel throwing, handbuilding, glazing, and more alongside experienced instructors.
Whether you’re looking to try the pottery wheel for the very first time, leveling up your ceramic skills, or hunting for a creative community to call home, you belong here.
We cater to clay lovers of all skill levels, fostering a fun, supportive atmosphere where we lift each other up and celebrate every single masterpiece (and beautiful mess!) that comes out of the kiln.
Studio Memberships for Independent Potters
Ready to take your pottery practice to the next level? River City Clay offers Studio Memberships for experienced potters in Midlothian, Virginia, serving artists from across the Richmond area who want the freedom to create on their own schedule
After approval by our Studio Manager, Lee Hazelgrove, members enjoy access to the studio for up to 18 hours a day, seven days a week. Choose from two membership options: an Associate Membership for up to 30 hours of studio time each month or a Full Membership with unlimited studio time to support your creative practice.
Workshops & Special Events
From one-time pottery workshops to seasonal events and specialty classes, River City Clay offers lots of different opportunities to explore clay. Previous Workshops have included: Raku, Make Your Own Glazes, Saggar, Slip Casting, Cone 10, Brushmaking and others!
We are more than a Studio
Join our Creative Community in the Richmond Area
River City Clay is more than a place to make pottery. It's a community where artists encourage one another, share ideas, celebrate accomplishments, and continue learning together. Whether you're taking your first class or have years of experience, you'll find a welcoming space to create, connect, and grow.
Clay brings people together.
The community keeps them coming back.
Ready to get your hands dirty?
There's something special about making pottery with your own two hands.
At River City Clay in Midlothian, VA, just outside Richmond, we offer pottery classes for all levels. We have wheel throwing classes, handbuilding instruction, ceramic workshops, and studio pottery memberships for experienced potters.
We'd love to welcome you into the studio and help you discover everything clay has to offer.