About Patrick
Patrick Johnston of Hot Soup Ceramics is our Artist In Residence, Top Mudman, and Kiln Master.
Take A Class!
All levels are welcome! We have class sessions every six weeks. They fill up fast, sign up today or miss out!
The Studio
Located in the heart of the Venice Art Scene, The Temple of Mediclaytion is an institution of community and creativity.
Classes at The Temple of Mediclaytion
Late Summer Session Starting July 29th!
Sunday (5 pm to 7:30)- not sure we are adding this one yet
(all other nights 6:30 to 9 pm)
Tuesday 07/29/25 to 09/02/25
Wednesday 07/30/25 to 09/03/25
Thursday 07/31/25 to 09/04/25
Friday 08/01/25 to 09/05/25
We offer classes Tuesday through Friday and Sunday. Classes meet once a week for six weeks and cost $425 per session.
MAKE SURE THE DATES WORK BEFORE YOU SIGN UP!
If you miss a class, we will do our best to fit you into another night, but we cannot guarantee availability and offer no refunds for missed classes.
Feel free to email me to get on the waiting list for future sessions or reach out with any questions.
Tuesday | All Levels Welcome
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During our six weeks together, we will explore a range of clay techniques that will allow us to complete a couple of projects. Using the... View full product details
Wednesday | All Level Wheel Throwing
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This is an all-level wheel-throwing class, although hand-building students are more than welcome. Classes run for 6 weeks, once a week, and cost $425, which includes... View full product details
Thursday | All levels
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All levels are welcome. So, even if you have never touched clay before, or are an advanced student, come play with clay! Classes run for six... View full product details
Friday Evening Throwing with Bridget | All Levels
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Bridget will kick off your weekend with a session of throwing! This is an all-level class. Classes run for 6 weeks, once a week, and... View full product details
Sunday Wheel Class | All levels
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Sunday evenings are a great way to close out the weekend. Come chill and throw for the next 6 weeks. All levels of wheel throwing... View full product details
Mold Making Workshop with Patrick
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Mold Making Workshop | $375 per person Saturday 05/03/25 10am-4pm Patrick will teach students how to make 1, 2 and 3 part molds Bring a... View full product details
Coddle Making Workshop with Patrick | 2 of 3 part series
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Coddle Making Workshop | 2 of 3 part series add on to day 1 Mold Making Workshop | $50 per person Sunday 05/04/25 12pm-2pm Available as... View full product details
Slipcast Making Workshop with Patrick | 3 of 3 part series
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Slipcast Making Workshop | 3 of 3 part series | $200 per person Saturday, 05/10/25 10am-2pm Available as an individual or grouped workshop, sign up for... View full product details
Mold Making and Slipcast Workshop with Patrick | ALL 3 DAYS
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Mold Making and Slipcast Workshops | ALL 3 DAYS SATURDAY 5/03/25 10AM-4PM SUNDAY 5/04/25 12PM-2PM SATURDAY 5/10/25 10AM-2PM 1. Mold Making : Saturday 05/03/25 10... View full product details
Hugged Pot Experience!
$ 2,400.00
We offer 3 options for hugged pots. Immersive Experience- $5000: 2 hours to play with clay at our studio with guidance by Patrick. He will... View full product details
Private Party & Corporate Events
$ 1,200.00
Team Building Wedding Showers Birthday Parties Holiday Clay Fun Book a 2-hour session and come play with clay! **Please note that this is NOT the... View full product details
2" x 2" Vinyl Sticker
$ 4.00
Throw a sticker on your phone, water bottle, coffee traveler and you will be the coolest kid in town! View full product details
Unisex Short-Sleeve Temple of Mediclaytion T-Shirt
$ 35.00
This super soft Bella Canvas T-Shirt is available in light heather gray. You will want to live in it! View full product details
News
2019 Venice Family Clinic Art Walk & Auction
Tell all your friends! Open studio 12 noon to 6 pm on Sunday, May 19th
This year, to celebrate the 40th Art Walk Anniversary, we would like to extend 50% off studio tickets! Click here to purchase. Your promo code is: ARTIST50 which will expire Friday, May 17th.
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Venice Art Week
Come visit us Sundays May 15th & may 22nd! ArtBlock May 15th Venice Art Walk, benefiting Venice Family Clinic- May 22nd Read More