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From Clay to Carved:
Decorative Pottery for Makers
Learn Asa's complete carved pottery process through 35+ step-by-step video lessons and 5+ hours of instruction, from a simple clay form to a beautifully finished carved piece.
Beautiful carved pottery is not about artistic talent
It is about understanding the process, working with clay at the right stage, and learning how every carved line contributes to the finished piece.
Perhaps you've admired beautifully carved pottery and wondered how those pieces achieve so much texture, movement, and character. Maybe you've already learned the basics of working with clay, but you're ready to move beyond simple forms and create work with more depth and personality.
We've learned that beautiful carving isn't about talent, it's about following a thoughtful process. Once you understand when to carve, how to use your tools, and how to build texture one mark at a time, you'll be able to transform even the simplest vessel into something truly your own.
In From Clay to Carved, we'll guide you through our complete decorative pottery process, from preparing your clay and throwing a simple vessel to carving, glazing, and finishing a piece you'll be proud to display. More importantly, you'll leave with a workflow you can return to every time you sit down to make.
Take your pottery beyond the basics
Have you learned the fundamentals of working with clay but want your pieces to feel more personal?
Do you admire beautifully carved pottery and wonder how to achieve that same depth, texture, and movement?
Are you ready to transform simple functional forms into pieces with character and intention?
This course is designed for makers with some clay experience who are ready to explore decorative carving.
Whether you've taken a few pottery classes, work from a community studio, or already enjoy making functional ceramics, we'll guide you through the complete process of creating beautifully carved pottery with confidence.
Together, we'll cover every stage of the process, from preparing your clay and throwing a strong form to trimming, carving, glazing, and finishing a piece that reflects your own style.
Let's create pottery that's as expressive as it is functional.
MEET YOUR TEACHERS
We're Asa & Daisy
We're potters, partners, and the makers behind The King and The Flower.
Clay has shaped so many parts of our lives, our work, our family, and the way we see the world. Through our studio and our teaching, we love helping others slow down, enjoy the process, and create pottery that feels truly their own.
In this course, we'll guide you through our complete decorative pottery process. Asa will share his carving techniques step by step, while Daisy offers her approach to design, thoughtful details, and building pieces full of texture and character.
SIGN UP NOWImagine what your pottery could become
Picture yourself confidently carving flowing patterns, adding depth and texture with every mark, and watching a simple vessel transform into something uniquely your own.
Instead of wondering when to carve, which tools to use, or how to achieve clean, expressive details, you'll understand each stage of the process and approach every piece with greater confidence.
Throughout this course, we'll share the techniques, tools, and workflow we use in our own studio, from preparing the clay and shaping your vessel to carving, glazing, and the final firing.
By the end, you'll have more than a finished piece, you'll have a process you can return to every time you work with clay.
BY THE END OF THIS COURSE
You'll walk away with more than just a finished piece. You will be able to:
Carve with confidence
Transform simple pottery into beautifully carved pieces using Asa's complete decorative process.
Design with intention
Create flowing patterns, texture, and depth that complement the form of every piece.
Build beyond the course
Apply the techniques and workflow you've learned to future mugs, cups, vases, bowls, and more.
Course content
This course includes 5 complete modules, 35+ step-by-step video lessons, and 5+ hours of instruction guiding you through every stage of the carved pottery process. From preparing your clay and throwing a simple form to trimming, carving, glazing, and firing, each lesson builds on the last so you can confidently create a finished piece from start to finish.
You'll also complete guided practice exercises throughout the course, helping you build confidence with each stage before moving on to your final carved pottery project.
We recommend following the lessons in order, as each module builds on the skills from the previous one.
SIGN UP NOWCOURSE OVERVIEW
A step-by-step journey from clay to carved
Module 1. Before you touch the clay: Process, tools & foundations
Build a strong foundation by learning the tools, clay stages, design principles, and preparation needed before you begin carving.
Module 2. Forming the pot: throwing, shaping & preparing the vessel
Learn how to prepare your clay, throw balanced forms, and recognize the ideal stage for surface decoration before carving.
Module 3. Trimming, surface prep & applying underglaze
Trim, refine, and prepare your pottery before applying slip, underglaze, and decorative surface details.
Module 4. Asa's carving method: Lines, texture, depth & flow
Follow Asa's complete carving process and learn to create flowing lines, rich texture, and signature floral patterns.
Module 5. Finishing the piece
Complete your pottery through glazing, firing, final refinements, and submit your finished piece to the Virtual Pottery Gallery.
Course structure
We've designed this course to feel like you're right here in the studio with us, following each stage of the process from start to finish. Every lesson builds naturally on the previous one, so you can develop your skills with confidence.
All lessons are filmed in high definition, allowing you to clearly see every carving mark, tool angle, and detail as the process unfolds.
You'll be able to pause, replay, and learn at your own pace while practicing alongside us. Throughout the course, we'll share the same techniques, workflow, and creative approach we use in our own studio.
With lifetime access, you can revisit every lesson whenever you begin a new carving project.
Included in our course:
Tools & foundations
We'll start by building a strong foundation. Together, we'll explore the tools, materials, clay stages, and essential techniques you'll need before moving into carving, so you can approach every step with confidence.
Guided practice exercises
Build your confidence with hands-on exercises designed to strengthen each stage of the process before moving on to your final carved piece. You'll practice throwing, carving, sgraffito, and surface decoration using the same methods we use in our own studio.
Lifetime access
Once you enroll, you'll have lifetime access to every lesson. Revisit the course whenever you begin a new project, refresh a technique, or simply want to carve alongside us again.
Learn at your own pace
Watch the lessons whenever and wherever it works best for you. Pause, replay, and revisit every demonstration from any device as often as you need.
Private student community
Join our community of fellow makers to share your work, exchange ideas, ask questions, and find inspiration from others exploring decorative pottery.
Support from Asa & Daisy
As you work through the course, we're here to support your learning. Whether you need clarification or a little extra guidance, we want you to feel encouraged throughout your carving journey.
... and more!
JOIN NOWEXCLUSIVE BONUSES
Included with your enrollment:
Bonus 1
Asa’s Carving
Tool Guide
A detailed video guide to Asa's favorite tools and how to use them.
$27 FREE
Bonus 2
Carve Along with Asa & Daisy - Live Session
Follow along in a full carving session with live guidance and commentary.
$87 FREE
Bonus 3
Behind the Piece: Asa’s Start-to-Finish Timelapse
A relaxing timelapse of Asa creating a piece from start to finish.
$47 FREE
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From Clay to Carved:
Decorative Pottery for Makers
TWO OPTIONS TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Here you can find two options that only differ in how you want to pay! The first option is a one time payment and the second is a monthly option with four payments. The price displayed below is in USD, but you can pay with ANY currency. In both cases, you will have immediate access to the course!
Start creating your own carved pottery today!
Our Guarantee to Every Student
We want you to feel confident joining us inside From Clay to Carved. If you are not completely satisfied with the course for any reason, you can request a full refund within the first 14 days. This is our guarantee to you, we want all our students to be satisfied. Also, this means that there is no risk as well! Give it a try and experience the program first-hand!
