We Have All Your Pottery Needs
Roadrunner Ceramics started in 2016 serving the San Antonio and Central Texas clay communities. We’re here to fulfill all needs pertaining to ceramics, pottery, supplies or equipment. We not only supply the materials, but also the expertise and camaraderie needed to produce great pottery.
Our Throw Local Campaign is all about serving the needs of the area’s clay community. We ask that you always think of us when you need supplies, guidance or expertise. We’re here for you!
The Announcements
Roadrunner Ceramics will be closed Mon, Sep 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day. We’ll open again Tue, Sep 5, 2023.
Roadrunner Ceramics is open for in-person shopping Mon-Fri from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. You may purchase online, call ahead with your order, or just drop by and order in person. We offer firing service, with drop off and pick up at the loading dock. Please deliver your ware properly packed and boxed. For your convenience, you can print out and complete a firing form here and include it with your ware.
Hawk Springs Gallery
Be sure to visit our exciting new Hawk Springs Gallery online. The gallery offers a collection of fine functional and decorative handmade ceramics created by independent Texas artists and craftspeople working in clay!
Classes and Workshops
Fall classes are open for signup. We are offering weekday morning classes beginning the second week of September, including “Intro to Throwing” by Jesus Fernandez, “Ceramic Totem Poles” by John Nelson, “Alternative Firing” by Lyn Woods and “Beginning Handbuilding” with Ron Wilson. Also watch for evening “Intro to Clay” classes by various instructors.
Bill van Gilder – The Functional Pot: Tips, Tools & Techniques
Don’t miss this exciting 2 day demo workshop on functional pottery May 4 – 5, 2024. Bill van Gilder will present a workshop demonstrating techniques and processes involved in making functional pottery. A professional potter for more than 50 years, Bill has established international training potteries and operates a studio and gallery in Maryland. His work is exhibited worldwide.
Ceramics Tour to London & Stoke-on-Trent
Roadrunner Ceramics in collaboration with WorldStrides Educational Travel offers an 8 day private ceramics-focused tour to London & Stoke-on-Trent, June 16 – 23, 2024. We’ll visit London landmarks, the V&A and British Museums, see a Shakespeare play at The Globe, visit Warwick Castle, Middleport and Wedgwood Potteries, and more.
Yolanda Gomez – Introduction to China Painting
China Painting is an ancient technique for decorating ceramics. China Painting is applied in stages, with firing after each stage. Discover the captivating world of china painting in a fun 4 week class with 20 year teaching veteran Yolanda Gomez. Sep 7 – 28. The class will repeat each month with a new project.
Beginning Wheel Throwing
Learn the basics of ceramics this spring in a fun 12 week class for beginning students. Instructor Jesus Fernandez’ objective is for beginner potters to enjoy the overall adventure that is pottery.
Open Studio
Beyond the Electric Kiln with Lyn Woods – Fall 2023
If you are looking to branch out from commercial glazes and electric firing, this is the class for you. Lyn will guide you through alternative firing techniques including horsehair firing, aluminum foil saggar, trashcan reduction, obvara and glowworm wood firing techniques. Don’t miss this great 10 week class!
Friday Mornings, Sep 8 – Nov 17
Making Ceramic Totem Poles with John Nelson – Fall 2023
Take your imagination to the next level in a fun 12-week class for intermediate students. San Antonio ceramic artist John Nelson, a potter and veteran ceramics instructor, will help you create a meaningful personal totem pole.
Tue mornings, Sep 5 – Nov 21
Projects in Handbuilding with Ron Wilson – Sep 12 – Nov 14, 2023
If you are interested in handbuilding with clay, exploring textures and making functional ware without using a wheel, this class is for you. We’ll explore dinner/salad plates, coffee mugs, whiskey/sake cups, tea bowls, trinket boxes and more in a fun 10 week class. Tuesday evenings, 6 pm to 8 pm.
Beginning Wheel Throwing Spring 2023
Intro to Clay – Chris Ramos Summer 2023
Learn to throw this spring in a fun 6-week evening mini class for beginning students. San Antonio ceramic artist Chris Ramos will introduce you to the potters wheel, firing, and glazing ceramics.
Wednesday evenings, Jun 21 – Jul 26.
Intro to Clay – Scott Beatty Summer 2023
Learn to throw this summer in a fun 6-week evening mini class for beginning students. San Antonio ceramic artist Scott Beatty will introduce you to the potters wheel, firing, and glazing ceramics..
Tuesday evenings Jun 20 – Jul 25.
Intro to Clay – Jesus Fernandez Summer 2023
Learn to throw this summer in a fun 6-week evening mini class for beginning students. San Antonio ceramic artist Jesus Fernandez will introduce you to the potters wheel, firing, and glazing ceramics.
Thursday evenings Jun 22 – Jul 27, 2023.