• Dates: July 11th - 25th, 2025

• Location: Tuscarora Pottery School, Independence Valley, Nevada

• Instructor: Cody Breese Thomas

• Cost: $2,400.00

• Includes:

  • Private room accommodation

  • Meals provided (lunch and dinner)

  • Unlimited access to studios, tools, and amenities

• Workshop Features:

  • Comprehensive exploration of soda firing techniques

  • Instruction on sculptural design and technical firing processes

  • Use of studio’s raw-glazing techniques with a variety of studio glazes

  • Hands-on experience with a propane-fueled soda kiln

  • Opportunity to engage from clay preparation to final kiln loading

• Payment Options:

  • Deposit: $500 required to reserve a spot

  • Remaining Balance: Due two weeks before the workshop begins on June 20th, 2025

This workshop offers a thorough engagement with the soda firing process, providing a unique opportunity for both skill enhancement and creative exploration, all set in the beautiful, rustic environment of Tuscarora, Nevada.

Embark on a 14-day soda firing workshop at Tuscarora Pottery School, set amidst the panoramic landscapes of Independence Valley. Led by studio potter Cody Breese Thomas, this intensive offers unlimited access to tools and techniques for refining your craft.

Throughout this workshop, participants will delve into the intricacies of soda firing, exploring sculptural design concepts and the technical aspects of soda firing. Our studio employs a raw-glazing technique with a wide selection of studio glazes, all fired in a propane-fueled soda kiln.

Explore the complexities of the complete ceramic process, from making to glazing, culminating in the loading of your work into our soda kiln. This workshop is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of soda firing and elevate your skills, all within the inspiring environment of Tuscarora, Nevada.