FAQ: Ceramic Design School

  • Is this course good for beginners?

    Yes— as long as you have a basic understanding of pottery making. Theis program adds to any potter’s design process, regardless of skill level. From beginners all the way to advanced artists looking for a fresh spark of inspiration to revitalize their work.

    The program is rooted in creativity, inspiration, and project prompts to help you dive deeper into finding your truest, most unique expression in clay. 

  • How long is the program

    This program is available indefinitely once purchased.

    All prerecorded lessons and worksheets are available immediately.

    Once purchased you’ll have access to this content indefinitely, including all future updates.

  • Is this course self paced?

    Yes. Once you purchase this course you maintain access to the content for the life of the product and you can work at your own pace.

  • How is this program offered?

    The program is entirely virtual and available for students worldwide.

    There are 8 units in this program with a combination of the following: prerecorded lessons, worksheets, inspiration exercises, and prerecorded studio demo workshops.

  • Do I need to already know how to make pottery?

    Yes. Ceramic Design School is intended to add to an existing foundation in ceramics.

    You need to have beginner level abilities or higher to take this program. We’ll use pottery jargon like “bisque” or “leather hard” as well as processes like “score and slip” and the student is expected to know these words already.

  • Who will benefit from this program?

    Ceramic Design School was made for potters of all levels. It is required that students have beginner pottery experience before taking this program.

    This program will not teach basic pottery making skills. Instead it will build upon a pre-established foundation.

    We have potters who are revisiting clay after years away, those with decades long careers, and those building on basic beginner skills.

  • How long do I have access to this course?

    Once purchased you’ll have access to the content forever. By joining now, you’ll also have access to any additional content added to this program in the future.

  • Will I receive any one on one help in this course?

    This course is self-paced and self-led.

    Our private Facebook community provides an opportunity for one on one feedback.

    If you’re interested in more extensive one on one coaching for your pottery practice please visit this link for details.

  • What equipment do I need?

    Kiln: You don’t need to own your kiln to take and benefit from this program. You can apply the lessons fully as long as you have access to a kiln in some way.

    Wheel: You don’t need a pottery wheel for this program. You can hand-build all of the projects.

  • Is there a Community for this program?

    There is a Facebook community for this program that serves as an “Open Studio” space for all of the students to hang out. I will occasionally drop into the group too! This is an informal space to share ideas, brainstorm together and connect!

  • Will I learn sales?

    No. This program does not teach sales strategies. However, that’s exactly why I cofounded The Studio Source! Want to learn the 4 steps to steady art sales online? Check out The Residency through The Studio Source!

  • Is there a refund policy?

    Due to the digital nature of this content all sales are considered final. That said, we want to ensure that every experience you have with our small business, Suite One Studio (including courses!) exceeds your expectations.

    Please contact us: hello@suiteonestudio.com without hesitation if you’re not satisfied with your experience and we’ll work with you to find a fair resolution.

  • Can I share this content with a studio mate?

    Each course login is for one student. We ask that you do not share your login information with anyone else. If you know someone who would benefit from this program we’d deeply appreciate your referral and thank you for supporting our small business by not sharing login information.

  • Can I transfer my account to someone else after I finish it?

    No. Each sale is intended for one student and is not transferrable in the future to another student. We appreciate your support and understanding.

    Many students find great satisfaction and success working through this content again and again! Consider it ongoing inspiration prompts to stretch and strengthen your design potential!