The Potter's Hands
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April Dupuis taught adult pottery classes for 17 years and mentored studio teachers. Today she teaches online and in person — from your first centered ball of clay through carving and decorating finished pieces.
The course community
Step-by-step video lessons in wheel throwing, hand-building, trimming, glazing, and decorating — plus a supportive, faith-friendly community where you can post your progress and get feedback. Beginner to intermediate, at your own pace, with lifetime access.
Join on SkoolStudio classes
Hands-on classes in Oxford and Hernando, Mississippi, where April guides you at the wheel and worktable in a small-group setting. Perfect if you'd rather learn the feel of the clay in person. Reach out for the current schedule and openings.
Ask about classesWhat you'll learn
Wheel throwing
Centering, pulling walls, and shaping cups, bowls, and vases on the wheel.
Hand-building
Pinch, coil, and slab techniques for pieces you build without a wheel.
Trimming
Refining feet and forms once your piece is leather-hard.
Glazing
Applying food-safe glazes for color, depth, and a durable finish.
Decorating
Surface design and an introduction to April's signature carving.
Community
Share work, ask questions, and learn alongside other beginners.
How the online community works
Join free
Create an account and get instant access to the lesson library.
Follow along
Work through each technique with April, lesson by lesson.
Share your work
Post finished pieces for encouragement and feedback.
Ready to make something?
Join the free community and start with your very first lesson today.
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