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- 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
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- 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Lumpy Animals Clay Class With Jason Kiley in Viroqua
Jimothy the raccoon is a reference point, not a model students are expected to copy. Jason Kiley of OneEyedCat Crafts leads this beginner class in making original clay creatures, with the emphasis on exploring the material rather than refining every bump into a polished form.
A creature can stay a little lumpy
The project welcomes creatures drawn from life or imagination. Students learn basic hand-building and have time to explore techniques as they sculpt; the class description treats awkwardness and lumpiness as part of the work’s character, not a problem to correct.
The listing mentions Jimothy the raccoon as an example of that offbeat spirit. It does not prescribe a subject, so each participant can develop a creature of their own.
Further reading: Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
Two meetings carry one piece forward
The sessions have distinct jobs: the first is for trying hand-building methods and sculpting; at the second, students paint their creations with underglaze. That split gives the project time to move from shaping clay to adding color.
The kiln will contact participants after the final firing to arrange pickup of the completed work. The firing and pickup dates are not listed, so plan for a later return rather than taking the finished piece home at the end of the painting session.
Further reading: Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
For ages 10 and up, with a drop-off option
This is a beginning ceramics class for participants ages 10 and older. For this session, guardians may drop off their young participants and return at the end; they can also stay to observe or spend time in the Pansy Garden.
A guardian who wants to make a creature must register separately as well as registering the child. That makes the class workable as a drop-off activity, while keeping participation open to adults who want their own place.
Further reading: Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
One creature, two stages
The first meeting focuses on hand-building and sculpting; students return for a separate underglaze-painting session. The kiln arranges pickup after the final firing.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · Railroad Avenue Community Kiln
- Explore hand-building methods and sculpt an imaginative clay creature.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · Railroad Avenue Community Kiln
- Paint the creations with underglaze. The kiln says participants will be contacted after the final firing to arrange pickup.
Plan the two sessions
Wednesdays, 4–5:30 p.m.
The class meets Nov. 4 and Nov. 18, 2026, at Railroad Avenue Community Kiln in Viroqua.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
Sculpt first; paint at the return session
Students explore hand-building and sculpt a creature on Nov. 4, then paint it with underglaze on Nov. 18. The kiln will contact participants after the final firing to arrange pickup; firing and pickup dates are not specified.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
Ages 10 and up
Guardians may drop off participants and return at the end, stay to observe, or spend time in the Pansy Garden. A guardian who wants to create a creature must register separately as well as registering the child.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
$65 for the class
Register through Railroad Avenue Community Kiln’s class page. The listing does not specify whether the fee includes clay, underglaze or firing, or what participants should bring; check with the kiln if those details affect your plans.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗
Getting to the kiln
Railroad Avenue Community Kiln
The event is at 703 Railroad Ave, Viroqua, WI 54665. The event listing links a map that can calculate directions from your starting point. It does not provide transit, parking, a specific entrance or accessibility details.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗
Before you make a plan
What happens in each session?
On Nov. 4, students explore hand-building and sculpt a creature. On Nov. 18, they paint it with underglaze. The kiln contacts participants after the final firing to arrange pickup.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
What ages can take the class?
The class is for ages 10 and up and is described as a beginning ceramics class.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
Can a guardian drop off a participant?
Yes. Guardians may return at the end, stay to observe, or spend time in the Pansy Garden. A guardian who wants to make a creature must register separately.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ · November Lumpy Animals Class w/ Jason Kiley -- Ages 10 and up! — Railroad Avenue Community Kiln ↗
Does the $65 fee include clay and firing?
The listing does not say what the fee includes for materials or firing, or what students should bring. Check with the kiln if you need those details before registering.
Lumpy Animals Clay Class w/ Jason Kiley - Ages 10+ - Viroqua Chamber ↗ ·
Location & Google Maps
Railroad Avenue Community Kiln
703 Railroad Ave, Viroqua, WI 54665
Map search by venue and address. Check the organiser’s entrance details before travelling.