About OOTB

About OOTB Art Studio
Out of the box. Into the mud. Into the joy of making.

Who We Are
OOTB Art Studio is led by two art students who share a straightforward goal: build a welcoming space where people learn real skills and enjoy the process of making. We opened OOTB to give back to our community, pass on what we know, and make high-quality instruction accessible and down-to-earth.

Why Pottery (and Why “Out of the Box”)
We love clay because it’s honest and forgiving. In pottery, there’s no final failure—just material in progress. If a piece flops, you can reclaim the clay, wedge it, and begin again. That cycle of try → learn → remake is the heart of our teaching. “Out of the box” isn’t just our name; it’s our approach to creativity, problem-solving, and community building.

What We Do
* Pottery courses (4–8 class series) for beginners and improvers
* One-session pottery workshops (great for trying something new)
* Art classes for kids, teens, and adults across drawing, painting, and mixed media
* Private events and team sessions that get hands moving and minds relaxing

Whether you’re here for a mindful break or skill-building, you’ll find practical instruction, approachable design, and a studio culture that cheers for your progress.

How We Teach
* No-judgment learning: questions welcome, experiments encouraged
* Process over perfection: we celebrate growth, not flawless outcomes
* Hands-on demos and clear steps (with room for your style)
* Sustainable habits: we recycle clay and model mindful making 

We founded OOTB to be more than a classroom—it’s a creative home base. We host community nights, collaborate with local makers, and keep doors open to first-timers who think they’re “not artistic” (spoiler: you are).

Meet the Founders
Two art students turned studio co-leads, connected over long studio hours, too many brainstorms, and that quiet thrill when unloading the kiln . We believe making art builds resilience, curiosity, and connection—and we’re here to share that with you.

Come Make With Us
Pull up a stool, center some clay, and see what happens when you give yourself permission to start—again and again. At OOTB, every piece (and every person) gets a second chance.