The Willamette Art Center Welcome Back event will include art and other opportunities for visitors such as: ● Raku: Glaze a clay object and have it fired in our Raku kiln. Willamette Art Center is the only local clay studio with this special firing process ● Experiment with hand building: Enjoy this age-old way to create art ● Throw on a wheel: Test your skills or learn how to get started throwing on the wheel ● Meet our instructors: Say hello to our experienced instructors and get to know them ● Sign up for a class: Sign up to take an introductory class or build your skills with our advanced offerings What: Willamette Art Center Community Open House Where: 3995 Fairview Industrial Drive SE, Suite 100, Salem. When: Saturday, May 16, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Onsite parking available. Learn more at link in bio.

Art has a way of bringing people back to themselves—and we’re here for that journey. Join us for open studio hours 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Studio orientation required. Register at the "classes" link in our bio.

Have you ever contemplated why you like the handle on your favorite mug? Learn to make handles at our newest workshop, Get a Grip! April 29 or May 13 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, we'll walk you through five methods. Register online: https://www.willametteartcenter.com/classes-workshops/

Imagine a sewing circle. Join others working with clay through playful, guided projects. This monthly class is a space to slow down, work with your hands, and connect through clay. Each session focuses on a new hand-built project, introducing ceramic building techniques alongside surface design and decoration. Classes include demonstrations, guided exploration and plenty of open work time to create side-by-side, share ideas and build community. All skill levels are welcome, and projects are flexible, so you can make them your own. 18+ Morning session = ceramic flowers Evening session = using forms to make your ceramic vision come true. Link in bio.