Why is candle-making so fun!? Learn more about Waveform’s monthly candle-making workshop, timed with the new moon - great for intention setting, learning the science of candle-making and fragrance blending, and creating thoughtful gifts and home decor.

Reflections on repairing a kiln and learning the basics of electrical work from a mentor and friend in the pottery community!

Reflections on grounding our nervous systems in class, moving the pottery studio from a garage to a loft in North Oakland, and dreams for the future.

Wood-burning, or pyrography, is a beginner-friendly woodcraft great for slowing down, building confidence and creating beautiful, custom home decor or functional gifts! Learn why this craft is great for introspection, team-building and relaxing.

Learn about recycling clay and how connecting with pottery processes is grounding, therapeutic and calming.

Discover how pottery workshops bring team closer through connection, shared experiences and creative flow!

Fun things to do in Oakland when you visit Waveform Ceramics, a beginner pottery studio! Plan a date, special day with friends and family or fun outing to explore the Bay Area.

The story of Waveform’s beginnings - how Caty got into pottery as a young adult. Their roots inform their focus on creating a creative space that is welcoming to beginners and accessible to all.

Learn how beginner pottery classes can help you settle your nervous system and connect more with your sense of self

A group of friends throwing on the wheel together

Who inspires you? Four makers in my family have led by example, just by being themselves.

Waveform Ceramics’ owner-operator Caty Monahon’s top ten boundaries that have helped them run their beginner pottery studio these past few years. What are some professional boundaries that make your life more stream-lined, less stressful and more spacious?

What are popular gifts that people make in a beginner pottery studio? Explore forms, shapes and functional homemade ceramics that people new to the wheel can make for their loved ones!

What's the difference between throwing and trimming? Is trimming necessary?

Self care tips for people running small businesses, engaging in physical labor and people-centered work. How do you take care of yourself?

Who are your go-to bodyworkers in the Bay Area? Check out these four Oakland practitioners for self defense/mobility/massage, acupuncture, skincare and deep tissue massage!

A rundown of the beginner pottery wheels by SKYTOU or VEVOR - pros and cons, how to repair and what to look out for when choosing a wheel.

Do you know your style of learning? Learn how I tailor my pottery instruction to suit eight different styles of learners in the classroom! Beginners on the wheel teach me so much - do any of these methods resonate?

Happy students celebrating a Birthday at Waveform Ceramics!

Five reasons Waveform Ceramics appreciates masking up in the art studio. Learn about Waveform’s COVID-19 masking policy and discover the positive ways masking impacts the art-making process!