Mud Hen Clay & Art Studio: A Hands-On Pottery Date Experience

If you’re searching for a refreshing twist on date night, why not get your hands a little dirty, literally! We recently mixed things up with an artsy, hands-on date at Mud Hen Clay & Art Studio in Tustin, CA. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or struggle to draw a stick figure, pottery is a creative, memorable experience to share with your favorite person. Here’s everything you need to know before you go!

Why We Recommend It

We love date nights that offer something new, and Mud Hen Clay & Art Studio delivered just that. It’s a fun, low-pressure way to try something creative together plus, you get to keep your own handmade pottery as a souvenir. The class is welcoming for beginners (trust us, we were total newbies), and making something with your own hands feels surprisingly rewarding. If you love interactive dates or want something different from the usual dinner-and-a-movie, this is a must try!

Here’s why we recommend it:

  • Beginner friendly: No experience needed, friendly instructors walk you through every step.

  • Creative and hands-on: It’s an interactive date where you actually make something together.

  • Memorable keepsakes: You get to take home your finished pottery as a memento.

  • Relaxing and stress-free: The studio has a laid-back vibe, perfect for unwinding after a long week.

  • Breaks the routine: It’s a refreshing alternative to dinner or a movie.

Give it a try if you want to add a little creativity and laughter to your next date night!

To watch our full experience, click here.

What to Know Before You Go

📍Location: Mud Hen Clay & Art Studio, Tustin, CA

🔸 Class Details: Multiple Classes available.

  • Our Class:

    • 2-hour pottery class: $75 per person (includes firing 2 pieces)

    • Glazing session (on a separate day): $15 per hour

🔸 Reservations: Required as classes can fill up

🔸 Hours: Closed on Mondays

🔸 Parking: Free street parking available.

💡Pro Tips

  • Book in advance, weekends and evenings fill up fast!

  • Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty (aprons provided, but clay happens).

  • Short nails help a lot when working with clay.

  • Arrive a few minutes early to get settled.

  • Don’t stress about perfection embrace the beauty in imperfection!

Our Experience

We signed up for the 2-hour beginner pottery class with zero prior experience. The vibe at Mud Hen Clay & Art Studio is relaxed, friendly, and supportive, perfect for beginners or anyone nervous about trying something new. The instructor walked us through each step, from prepping the clay to shaping it on the wheel (cue scenes from every pottery movie ever).

Let’s be real: our first attempts were, um, “abstract” but that’s half the fun! We laughed a lot, got a little messy, and ended up with two pieces each that we were genuinely proud of. After the initial class, you can return for a glazing session (for an extra $15/hour) to add color and finish your masterpieces.

Biggest surprise? How relaxing and meditative the process is. You’re focused, you’re creating, and it’s a great reminder to just enjoy the moment together.