FAQs
Q: What is Sylvan Park Potter?
A: Sylvan Park Potter is the classroom side of Urban Kiln. I manage both accounts. Urban Kiln was set up to sell my own pieces of work, whereas Sylvan Park Potter was created to target classes to the Nashville Area. Instagram’s algorithm always makes things interesting with how they distribute content, so I decided to separate the two in order to reach more Nashville folks, particularly in my Sylvan Park neighborhood. Can’t wait to see how IG changes things up in the future, but for now, they are one in the same.
Q: When will Sylvan Park Potters open workshop sign-ups?
A: Classes and workshops opened this May and the first classes start in the last week of may. Stay tuned by following us on Instagram @sylvanparkpotters.
Q: What kind of classes will be offered?
A: There will be different classes available, ranging from 2-hour sessions to multi-day options. Some workshops are set up for you to make our signature designs. You can also come to just experiment with clay and choose which pieces to create.
Q: How do I find out more information or stay in the loop?
A: To learn more, you can message me on Instagram or email london@urbankiln.com. Urban Kiln is my shop, and Sylvan Park Potters offers private workshops and classes. All communication is through Urban Kiln.
Q: What’s included in my class?
A: All classes include enough clay to make your project, the choice of one of our basic glazes/underglazes/colored slip, plus firing of your piece. Specialty glazes are not included, but may be purchased for an additional cost. Extra clay may also be purchased in 25lb bags
Q: How many spots are available for classes?
A: Each class can comfortably accommodate 4-6 people. Accommodations can be made for larger groups, just email london@urbankiln.com for more information.
Q: Will more classes be open this summer?
A: Yes! I will be adding classes as the weeks pass. I do this, so I can get input from my students on what they are interested in making. You can always email london@urbankiln.com with class ideas!
Q: What are Open Studio Fridays?
A: I open my studio to those students who have taken classes before and can work independently without much direction. Lessons are not provided during this time, but use of studio equipment, tools, underglazes and slips are included in the price. If you purchase more than one Friday spot, you will get space to store your clay and your project.
Q: Do you offer wheel classes or lessons?
A: Currently we do not offer wheel classes, however we do have one wheel that experienced students can reserve to use during their session. We hope to add this option later in 2025.
Email: london@urbankiln.com with any additional questions and we will add those to our list.