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Kneaded Earth Pottery Studio
- Wheel
- Bowl
- Planning
“She provided us with a demo of the wheel before we began, which was awesome because this was both of our first time throwing since doing it once in Middle School.”
Best Pottery Classes near Downers Grove, IL
These studios serve Downers Grove from nearby bases in towns including Chicago, Oak Park and Aurora.
18 studios listed · 1 open 24/7 · 13 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Chicago Sip & Paint
- Night
- Price
- Wine
“Came here and had the next time super fun and an amazing teacher to lead us through so big shout out to katlyn for helping us out and making us feel super comfortable!!”
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Viaclay
- Night
- Friday
- Feel
“I really enjoyed the pottery wheel and learning how to use it and people there to help you and making stuff was cool however I wish we can glazed it ourselves but I know that we don't have time to glaze it and it would be cool to experience it from ...”
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Arts On Fire Fox Valley
- Pottery
- Selection
- Project
“I came here with my partner to sit and celebrate our 5 years together, it was when it was storming like crazy outside so we had the place to ourselves and we sat there and took our time painting, they had great options to choose from.”
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Magical Minds Studio
- Play
- Painting
- Creative
“Haj are so seamlessly intertwined their inspirations from art and movement and learning about community and self that they're not only incredibly effective, but encourage learning as a life pursuit and enrichment rather than a chore or quantifiable g...”
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Tipsy Paint
- Art
- Wine
- Learn
“He was not just a spectator but gave a critical eye to what was good and what could be improved in each individual's painting, suggesting colour combos and techniques.”
The 18 studios listed for Downers Grove, IL teach pottery and ceramics. Whether they run wheel classes, hand building or open studio membership, and what the fee covers, comes from what each studio publishes itself.
Area overview: Downers Grove, IL
The 18 studios on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,306 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "patient" and "atmosphere". 1 is open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 23 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 18 of the studios on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
Can I reserve a pottery class online with studios listed for Downers Grove?
3 of the 18 studios take bookings through their own site. Wheel places are limited by how many wheels are in the room, so evening courses fill early. If a studio has no booking page, call: waiting lists for the wheel are usually kept by hand.
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Paint-n-Party
- Price
- To Choose
- Cake
“The shop owner was very welcoming and did a very thorough job in explaining to us how everything works, as this was our first time ever visiting a painting studio.”
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Bloom Art Studio (Open by Appointment)
- Painting
“Omg took my girls and 2 friends there yesterday the experience was so amazing 1st of all we was an hour late due to traffic and we was still welcome with opening arms ms.”
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Thrown Elements Pottery
- The Wheel
- Pay
- Felt
“Great place for quality family time or alone time”
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Easel Art Studio Inc
- Painting
- Bachelorette Party
- Projects
“Not only are the art projects innovative and creative, the teachers are organized, the classes thoughtfully prepared, and the overall experience is amazing.”
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Chicago Ceramic Center
- Pottery
“Instead of emailing us, they left a vague note on the door that did not state which class was cancelled, and provided a phone number that went straight to voicemail.”
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Nuna Ceramics Art Studio
- Clay
- Wheel
- Workshops
“The staff and owner are always available and helpful if you come in to work on something during open studio, and they offer great advice and ideas if you need them.”
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Joanna Kramer Ceramics
“Beautiful affordable pieces at all price points for gifts made by proprietors.”
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Gnarware Workshop
- Studio
- Pottery
“As a life time art lover and sometimes maker of ceramics, I have been hugely impressed with the atmosphere and environment that has been created at Gnarware.”
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Studio 60 Art Center & Sip and Paint
“Beginner artists can get a lot of personal attention from the instructors with their paintings, drawings and pottery and are often amazed with what they have created.”
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Arts On Fire
- Pottery
- Kids
- Birthday
“So I can't say much in regards to the cost (company paid studio fee) but there are a lot of unique pieces to choose from, staff is very friendly and approachable.”
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Fox Valley Pottery & Art
- Kids
- Selection
- Clean
“Lots of pieces to choose from at reasonable prices, a large and uncrowded space to paint and helpful employees to help you with all your painting needs.”
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Ceramics For You
- Paint
- Creative
- Trivia
“I do have one con which is the paint isn't always getting refilled and if I need a color and the color I need is on the tray 5o be refilled I wouldn't have another paint to use.”
Pottery Tutoring Services in Downers Grove, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$77
Maximum cost
$510
National Average
$255
Avg Per Hour Rates
$92
$204
$357
Typical price range is based on 377 cost profiles
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