At The Clay Warehouse, we're all about customer experience and fostering a warm and inclusive environment for everyone. Founded in 2021 by two friends united by their love for ceramics and community, our studio has since become a bustling hub of creativity and connection. From hosting numerous classes to welcoming a diverse array of members and customers, we take pride in nurturing a space where everyone feels valued.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we ensure that our supplies are of the highest quality and continuously expand our offerings to better cater to your needs. Our dedicated team is here to provide you with the best possible customer service experience.

No matter your skill level or background, you'll find space here at our studio. With 14 wheels at your disposal and firing services available to all, we're passionate about making pottery accessible to everyone. After all, we believe that the joy of working with clay should be shared by all.

To all who have supported us on this journey, we extend our heartfelt gratitude. Your continued encouragement fuels our passion, and we're thrilled to keep serving you with top-notch service for many years to come. Welcome to The Clay Warehouse family!

Meet the Owners! Scott Pierce (left), Courtney Brewer (middle), and Brendan (right).

Meet The Teachers

Brooke - She/Her - @curiouseyepottery

Brooke Christie is an ex-corporate minion and joyful mud-witch. In 2019, she fell head over heels for clay. She does life by going all-in on something she loves and pottery is no exception to that. Brooke started teaching in January 2022, and it brings her so much joy. Today, you can find her teaching pottery, making mugs for her business, Curious Eye Pottery and in school, working on a Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling - Specializing in Professional Counselling.

Natasha - She/Her - @create.divine.co

Meet Natasha! Our studio gremlin who stays here to the wee hours of the morning. She found her love of clay in high school and continued to blossom when she planted roots at the Clay Warehouse in 2022. Natasha teaches our intro to Hand Building. She loves to sculpt, make plates, and anything she can think up to bring more beauty to her home. When not at the studio Natasha runs a child care centre full time and also teaches yoga in the community. Keep an eye out for her Yoga & Pottery offerings within the warehouse!

Tara - She/Her - @dumb.bitch.ceramics
I’m Tara- I’ve had my hands dirty on and off for about a decade, and I’m excited to support others through their journey of learning the basics of clay and wheel throwing.

My style is ever changing as it reflects the nature of my personal joy of self-exploration and trying new things, while typically avowing to my silly nature.

I think pottery brings the perfect balance of having to take yourself seriously while keeping it light-hearted. I love to see how clay can allow people to access their creative side, practice humility, and connect with the world around them. Plus it’s a ton of fun!

 

Brendan Carroll - He/Him - @indoorceramics

Hey there, I'm Brendan – one of the hand-building class instructors. Step into the studio, where every lump of clay holds the promise of something new, like learning how to reclaim your clay.

In my practice, clay isn't about magic – it's about technique, patience, and a little bit of guesswork. From sleek boxes to tall lamps, I love pushing the boundaries of what's possible with slabs. Lately, I've been captivated by Nerikomi, blending colours and patterns with precision and purpose, as well as levelling up my skills at the wheel. In the past, I've made large coil pots, coiled and slab-built planters, mugs, plate sets, and symmetrical geometric shapes.

If you're ready to get to know some clay without using the wheel and all that mud, join me at the studio, where we'll explore coil building, the intricacies of slab work, and how to find the results you're looking for with commercial glazes. Whether you're a wheel-throwing potter looking to level up your work, or a curious beginner, there's a place for you in my class.

Courtney Paige - She/Her - @courtneypaigeceramics

Courtney is one of the founders of The Clay Warehouse. She primarily teaches our Beginners Wheel 101 class as she loves spreading her love for this medium to new faces. You can also find her teaching some specialty classes every now and then. Her teaching style and general vibe is laid back but somehow loud. She loves drawing inspiration for her work from local natural landscapes with an emphasis on natural and organic forms.

Scott Pierce - He/Him - @cynicalceramics

Scott is the other founder of The Clay Warehouse. He teaches Wheel Throwing 102 for continued beginners and never forgets to bring the sass. Scott is an incredibly kind soul that loves sharing his passion for pottery and is always willing to help. He creates work that is modern yet timeless with an emphasis on uniformity with a hint of cynicism. You can usually find Scott puttering around the studio and giving Courtney a hard time.