Saturday, October 24, 2026 · Studio
Second kiln is back in service
Rebuilt elements, faster firings, shorter waits for the glaze shelf.
A working studio for every maker in Sampleville
Everyone has art in them.
A charitable community studio — pottery wheels, easels, and kilns shared by members since 1986. (This is a fictional demonstration site.)
- Registered charity 222222202RR0001
- Serving since 1986
- Sampleville and area
Our mission
To make the visual arts affordable and welcoming for everyone in our community.
Something for everyone
Programs
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Open studio
Members use the wheels, easels, and kiln any open day.
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Beginner pottery
Eight weeks from first pinch pot to a glazed mug.
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Watercolour circle
A friendly weekly painting group, all levels.
Mark your calendar
Events at a glance
Members’ Fall Show opening
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 7:00 pm
The gallery wall
Wine, cheese, and a hundred new works.
Holiday Makers’ Market
Sunday, December 6, 2026 · 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
The studio
Mugs, prints, and cards by our members.
Plan your month
Monthly calendar
Print this page and put the calendar on your fridge, or add it to the calendar on your phone or computer.
November 2026
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21Members’ Fall Show opening · 7:00 pm |
| 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 |
| 29 | 30 |
What's new
News and updates
From our community
“I walked in never having touched clay. A year later my bowls are in the members’ show.”
— A member, 2026
Lend a hand
Volunteer with us
Kiln loaders, class helpers, and gallery hosts keep the studio humming.
- Kiln crew
- Class assistant
- Gallery host
Thank you
Our funders and partners
- Sampleville Arts Fund
Support your centre
Support Grand River Arts Society
Your gift keeps class fees low and the kilns firing.
Registered charity number: 222222202RR0001
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