Mudslingers: Pottery for Beginners Ever wondered what it’s like to throw clay on a pottery wheel? Come give it a spin at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, inspired by the innovative spirit of George Ohr, the "Mad Potter of Biloxi." In this fun, beginner-friendly class, our instructors will guide you step-by-step as you learn the […]
Join us for a fun family clay activity for children & their parents to create some adorable ceramic bunnies. Each student will make 2 bunnies, choose a glaze color and leave them in the studio to be glazed and fired. Bunnies are ready for pick-up approximately two weeks following your class date. This project allows […]
Work in clay using your own hands as tools! In this 8 week class you will learn the basics of hand-building techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab. Explore both functional forms and sculptural ideas while developing the necessary skills to complete your artwork. Students will have the opportunity to work with both cone 6 […]
Great for beginner to intermediate levels, our eight-week pottery wheel class teaches the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including the making of cylinders, bowls, and cups with handles. We will also cover the basics of glazing, work with cone 6 oxidation and cone 10 reduction glazes. Class fee includes one 25 pound bag of clay for […]
In this 6-week intermediate level watercolor class, students will learn a variety of techniques to improve their painting skills, including masking, blending, and layering. Students will work from both still life and personal photographs as they learn about selecting references and approaching composition in their work. Only an 8” x 10” sketchbook is required, all […]
In this 6-week beginner level watercolor class, students will learn a variety of techniques to improve their painting skills, including masking, blending, and layering. Students will work from still life and photographs and learn about selecting references and approaching composition in their work. Only an 8” x 10” sketchbook is required, all other materials are […]
Join us for a pottery workshop on the Ohr O’Keefe Museum campus to create a unique pottery piece! Participants will use slabs to handbuild their own whimsical fish–perfect for gift giving or brightening up any wall! No previous experience necessary for the workshop. Beginners, experts, all levels of ability are welcome. All tools and clay […]
Work in clay using your own hands as tools! In this 8 week class you will learn the basics of hand-building techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab. Explore both functional forms and sculptural ideas while developing the necessary skills to complete your artwork. Students will have the opportunity to work with both cone […]
Learn a variety of sculpting techniques in clay. Working with coils, slabs, and solid clay students will learn methods for making faces, the figure, and animals. Work with cone 6 oxidation, cone 10 reduction glazes, stains, and underglaze to finish pieces. Class fee includes one 25 pound bag of clay and all glazes, class firings, […]
Great for beginner to intermediate levels, our eight-week pottery wheel class teaches the fundamentals of wheel throwing, including the making of cylinders, bowls, and cups with handles. We will also cover the basics of glazing, work with cone 6 oxidation and cone 10 reduction glazes. Class fee includes one 25 pound bag of clay and […]
Date Night: Pottery on the Wheel Looking for a unique night out? Grab your partner and head to the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art for a creative evening inspired by the one and only George Ohr, the “Mad Potter of Biloxi.” During this fun and relaxed session, couples will get hands-on experience at the pottery wheel. […]
Come to our beautiful studio and enjoy the excitement of firing work in a Raku kiln! Raku is an exhilarating and unique process where pots are taken out of the kiln while red hot and put in a combustible material to make colorful and iridescent effects. Students must wear closed toe shoes and clothes you […]
Artist Talk: Anastasia Pelias | So is Life (Έτσι Είναι η Ζωή) Join us for a special afternoon with artist Anastasia Pelias at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art! Explore her powerful multimedia exhibition So is Life (Έτσι Είναι η Ζωή) during an open gallery from 1–5 PM, with an artist talk at 2 PM in the IP Art Gallery. Stop by to experience […]
Fun pottery wheel class for families! Bring your kids (age 8+) tweens & teens and spend two hours playing on our pottery wheels. Our instructors will help you create two pots to keep, and we’ll glaze and fire them for you. Beginners are welcome, no previous experience is necessary. Work is ready to pick up […]
Date Night: Pottery on the Wheel Looking for a unique night out? Grab your partner and head to the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art for a creative evening inspired by the one and only George Ohr, the “Mad Potter of Biloxi.” During this fun and relaxed session, couples will get hands-on experience at the pottery wheel. […]
Celebrate American Heritage with Pine Needle Basketry In this 3 hour class, you’ll learn to make a beautiful and unique 3” to 5” basket with longleaf pine needles and waxed sinew. No prior experience is necessary, only patience and pine needles are the main ingredients for this natural and versatile basket. What better way to […]
Join us for a fun family clay activity for children & their parents to create some adorable ceramic bunnies. Each student will make 2 bunnies, choose a glaze color and leave them in the studio to be glazed and fired. Bunnies are ready for pick-up approximately two weeks following your class date. This project allows […]
Join us for an amazing, creative experience. You will learn basic hand building techniques, working with slabs, template, textures and sprig molds to create a beautiful vase /planter perfect for use inside or out. Choose a glaze color and we will glaze and fire your creation. It will be read for pick up in 2-3 […]
Date Night: Pottery on the Wheel Looking for a unique night out? Grab your partner and head to the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art for a creative evening inspired by the one and only George Ohr, the “Mad Potter of Biloxi.” During this fun and relaxed session, couples will get hands-on experience at the pottery wheel. […]
Mudslingers: Pottery for Beginners Ever wondered what it’s like to throw clay on a pottery wheel? Come give it a spin at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, inspired by the innovative spirit of George Ohr, the "Mad Potter of Biloxi." In this fun, beginner-friendly class, our instructors will guide you step-by-step as you learn the […]
Fun pottery wheel class for families! Bring your kids (age 8+) tweens & teens and spend two hours playing on our pottery wheels. Our instructors will help you create two pots to keep, and we’ll glaze and fire them for you. Beginners are welcome, no previous experience is necessary. Work is ready to pick up […]