Art League of Ocean City’s Clay-a-palooza
Clay-a-palooza
June 2026 at the Art League of Ocean City
Celebrate all things clay at the Art League of Ocean City with a full month of exhibitions, hands-on experiences, workshops, and special events featuring the Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore.
Pottery Studio Open House
Wednesday, May 13 | 12-1 PM
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the pottery studio and be the first to learn about Clay-a-palooza. Stop in to explore the space, meet Pottery Manager Robbie Johnson, and ask questions about classes and workshops. Free and open to the public.
Kickoff Night – First Friday
Friday, June 5 | 5-8 PM
Extended Hours!
Join us for the official launch of Clay-a-palooza. Free and open to the public.
Pottery Studio
- 5-6 PM: Live demonstrations and artist talks
- 6:30-7:30 PM: Try the Wheel hands-on experience
Downstairs Classroom
- 5-7 PM: Pottery Market featuring local clay artists
- Pottery Pong: $1 for 3 chances to win handmade pottery
Throughout the Art League
- Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
- Studio E: “Elemental” Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
- Felber Artisan Showcase: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
- Sandy & Palmer Gillis Courtyard: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore Outdoor sculpture garden
Plus, meet members of the Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore and experience clay in action.
Special Events & Workshops
Raku Pottery Workshop with Robbie Johnson
Sunday, June 7 | 12-5 PM
$45 Members, $54 Non-Members
Experience the exciting and unpredictable raku firing process.
Pottery Studio Open House with Sarah Halcott
Wednesday, June 10
Take a peek inside the studio and learn more about our pottery programs.
Pottery Workshop with Cori Beardsley
Saturday, June 20 | 12-4 PM
$205 Members, $245 Non-Members
Hands-on instruction with a featured ceramic artist.
CLICK HERE FOR ALL UPCOMING POTTERY CLASSES
All Month Long
June 5-27
- Clay Guild exhibitions throughout the building
- Sculpture garden in the courtyard
- Featured pottery in the Artisan Showcase
- Ongoing pottery classes for all skill levels
Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore Artists
Corinne Beardsley, Marie Cavallaro, Lisa DeRicco, Sarah Halcott, Robert Johnson, Vicki Noonan, Ernest Satchell, Isabel Valero, Patricia Rose, Alex Halcott, Zulma Jimenez
