Penguin Foot Pottery in Logan Square
http://www.penguinfoot.com/
+1 773-227-3575
info@penguinfoot.com
Penguin Foot Pottery, located in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood, has been fostering creativity and community since 2010. The studio offers a wide array of classes and workshops catering to all skill levels. Logan Square is known for its artistic atmosphere, historic architecture, trendy boutiques, diverse restaurants, and a thriving arts scene, making it a perfect location for a creative space. Penguin Foot Pottery prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. The 5,000 square foot studio is designed to inspire creativity with its bright and organized workspace. It is equipped with three electric kilns, a slab roller, an extruder, a spray booth, 37 potter’s wheels, and a negative pressure air system. The studio provides a white stoneware clay and offers a rotating variety of hand-mixed glazes, slips, and terra sigillata for students to experiment with. Reviews highlight the studio’s welcoming atmosphere, knowledgeable instructors, variety of offerings, and well-equipped studio. Penguin Foot Pottery actively engages with the community through events and offers options like “Clay It Forward,” gift certificates, and independent study. It is recommended to book in advance and review the workshop guidelines, class guidelines, and refund policy on their website before signing up. Penguin Foot Pottery provides a space to explore your creativity and connect with a community of fellow clay enthusiasts.
Rating
Score of 4.3 with 86 reviews on Google.
Classes Offered
Penguin Foot Pottery offers pottery classes for adults, kids, and parents with their children. The kids’ classes teach basic building and glazing techniques with new projects each week. The studio also offers a variety of workshops focusing on specific techniques or projects.
Class Size
While class sizes aren’t specified, the studio’s size (5,000 sq ft) suggests they can accommodate a decent number of students per class. Reviews mention a spacious working environment.
Adult Classes
The general classes and workshops are geared toward adults and teens.
Kid-Friendly Classes
Penguin Foot Pottery offers classes specifically designed for children. These classes introduce kids to the fundamentals of pottery, including hand-building and wheel throwing, in a fun and engaging environment. The studio also offers parent/child classes, allowing families to create together.
Hours
Monday: 1-9PM
Tuesday: 1-9PM
Wednesday: 1-9PM
Thursday: 1-9PM
Friday: 1-9PM
Saturday: 11AM-9PM
Sunday: Closed
Address
2514 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
