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We are thrilled to have you join our vibrant community of ceramic and sculptural artists. As you explore our site, you’ll find a wealth of resources, including engaging articles that offer valuable insights, tips, and inspiration for artists of all skill levels.


Club Information

Below you will find a treasure trove of information pertaining to our club. If you can’t find something your looking for drop by the studio and ask one of our friendly and knowledgeable supervisors for assistance.


Featured Club Members & Demos

From demo artists, to lectures, classes and more, there is always something new to learn at the Potters and Sculptors studio. Make new friends, learning new techniques, but most of all have fun. Join the Potters and Sculptors Club today.

Marily de Leo Pollock

Marilyn de Leo Pollock

Our featured artist is Marilyn de Leo Pollock.  Marilyn is a native Californian, she lived in Los Angeles, New York and … Read More
Billbryant Lids 2

Billbryant Lids 2

The Laguna Woods Village Potters and Sculptors Club present a Bill Bryant demonstration of Jars, Lids and other things … Read More
Patrick Shia Crabb

Patrick Shia Crabb

I have pursued several major paths of discovery  over the past 35+ years in ceramics. The “shard vessels” (pots) reflects … Read More
Featured Artist: Sandy Davis

Featured Artist: Sandy Davis

Sandy is originally from Philadelphia where she received a BFA and MED from Tyler School of Art at Temple University … Read More
Featured Artist: Debb Orth Denbow

Featured Artist: Debb Orth Denbow

Debb is one of the longtime members of Potters and Sculptors.  She has had the responsibilities of publicity, membership, newsletter … Read More
Vivian Basing

Featured Artwork: Vivian Basing

Vivian has been working on a vase this week. It’s handmade with coils and carvings. We are looking forward to seeing the … Read More
Demo Artist: Jon Ginnity

Demo Artist: Jon Ginnity

This talented energetic young man brought his best game to the Ceramics Studio as our demo artist in February. A … Read More
Introducing JOHN DOYLE, Potters and Sculptors Club Honoree

Introducing JOHN DOYLE, Potters and Sculptors Club Honoree

By Rosemary Schalek John was born in Pittsburgh into a large family. From an early age, he displayed artistic … Read More
BOBBY FREE Brought It ALL to Us at His Recent Demo!

BOBBY FREE Brought It ALL to Us at His Recent Demo!

The Potters and Sculptors Club hosted artist, Bobby Free, who discussed his lifetime of experiences that he crammed into his … Read More
Bill Bryant Handles Demo Pt 1

Bill Bryant Handles Demo Pt 1

Demonstration by Bill Bryant on pulling and attaching handles to mugs … Read More
PLAYFUL CAROLYN LINDQUIST

PLAYFUL CAROLYN LINDQUIST

Originally from San Diego, her parents purchased 814 here in Laguna Woods over 23 years ago.  As her family got … Read More
Featured Artist: Jae Ryuwp

Featured Artist: Jae Ryuwp

This very talented man was born in Korea and was raised in South Korea.  Lacking the money for college, Jae … Read More

Member Submitted Articles

Browse through some of our member submitted articles and lessons. Many of our club members artists are retired art teachers or professional artists and crafts people.

Hollowing Techniques for Stability

Spice up your workouts with these hollowing techniques for stability! Say goodbye to wobbly planks and hello to a rock-solid core. Get ready to feel the burn and have some … Read More

Pat Bettendorf RAKU

The Laguna Woods Village Potters & Sculptors Club presents a demonstration by Pat Bettendorf on Raku … Read More

Essential Tools for Wheel Throwing

As a pottery enthusiast, the wheel throwing process can be both exciting and challenging. But with the right tools, it can be a breeze! Here are some essential tools to … Read More

Sculpting Delicate Clay Flowers

Sculpting Delicate Clay Flowers: A Joyful and Rewarding Craft Are you tired of the same old crafts? Do you crave a new challenge that will make your heart sing? Look … Read More

Creating Expressive Ceramic Figures

Looking to add some personality to your pottery? Try creating expressive ceramic figures! With a little imagination and some basic techniques, you can bring your clay creations to life. Just … Read More

Tips for Creating Large Sculptures

As an AI language model, I don’t have emotions to convey tone and style, but I can provide a creative excerpt for the article you’ve requested. Creating large sculptures can … Read More


Thank you for spending time exploring the Potters and Sculptors Club website. We hope that you found our articles and resources both informative and inspiring. Our community is built on a foundation of creativity, collaboration, and a shared passion for the ceramic and sculptural arts, and we are thrilled to have had the opportunity to share that with you. As you continue on your artistic journey, we encourage you to revisit our website for new articles and insights that can help you grow as an artist.