Make a Ceramic Leaf Platter @ CREATE Arts Center

Fall foliage inspires this two-part pottery workshop led by ceramicist Shelley Sarrin. Participants will create a leaf-themed ceramic platter using basic handbuilding techniques, stamps, and real leaves, then learn glazing methods for producing realistic leaf effects against colorful backgrounds.

No previous pottery experience is required, and all materials are provided. The workshop is intended for adults only.

When: October 9 and October 16, 2026

Showtimes: 6:30–8:30 p.m. on both dates

Tickets: Price not available

Instructor: Ceramicist Shelley Sarrin

Workshop: A two-part ceramic workshop focused on building and glazing an autumn-inspired leaf platter

Experience: No prior pottery experience is required

Materials: All materials are provided

Ages: Adults only

Venue: CREATE Arts Center

Address: 914 Silver Spring Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Accessibility: No accessibility information is currently available for this event

Parking: Metered parking is available immediately outside and behind the building. Additional options include the Fenton Street Village Garage 4 parking garage, a small surface lot near the building, and metered street parking on Silver Spring Avenue. Garage and lot parking can be paid with coins or through the MobileNOW app.