Thank you for considering Walls of Clay, we would be thrilled to host an off-site event at your location. Walls of Clay has been in downtown McKinney for 19+ years and have worked with hundreds of groups over the years. We are not a franchise, but rather family owned business and can work with your group to tailor a field trip to fit most needs. Please find attached some information to help you in making your decision. If you have other questions, check availability or reserve a date, please contact us at 972.547.4472 and ask for Jenn (owner) or send us an email.
Field Trips – At Your Location
reservations required
What can we do at your location?
We have a variety of affordable pottery projects starting at $10 per painter. We also can supply canvas for canvas painting and wood panels for board art.
What is the cost?
Pricing is dependent upon the project you choose. See below for some ideas. Prices do not include sales tax. If your organization is tax-exempt, we must have a tax-exempt form on file before the end of your event, or you will be charged sales tax with no refunds. In addition to the cost of the project itself, a travel fee for locations outside of McKinney and it’s bordering cities will be added.
What is the minimum number required?
The minimum number required for off-site events is 20. You, the organizer\host\hostess is financially responsible for meeting the minimum number of 20 regardless of their attendance.
How much time is needed to complete the project?
Typically, we need 40 – 60 minutes per group. This can vary, depending on age and the particular project.
How many kids can you accommodate at a time?
As many as you have, the more, the merrier!
When will our projects be ready?
It depends on the size of your group. Pottery projects (kiln fired) have a turnaround of 7 – 14 days; we will notify you when they are ready for pick up. Canvas and wood projects are ready the same day and will be left at your location to dry (if needed) and take home.
What do I need to provide onsite for your visit?
Our team will need tables and chairs for the children to create at and access to water (sink) to clean brushes. If you select a pottery project, our pottery paints (glazes) are water | washer friendly and wipe off of tables, chairs, floors, clothes, etc. If you choose a canvas or wood project, we use acrylic and latex paints; which are not so washer-friendly and suggest participants wear their “paint” or “art” clothes. And in these cases, we ask that you cover floors and work stations to protect against unwanted stains.
What days to you schedule off-site events?
We are available 7 days a week – you let us know what works best with your schedule.
What is required to reserve a date and time?
A refundable* deposit per date is required, we cannot hold a date without a deposit. Deposits are non-refundable if you cancel your event or do not meet the minimum number required. In the event you do not reach the minimum required, Walls of Clay reserves the right to cancel | postpone (one time) the event. If you need to reschedule for any reason (illness, weather, low attendance, schedule conflict, etc.), you may do so one time providing you have given us 72 hours advance notice. No shows will not be refunded or credited.
*All deposits WILL BE REFUNDED AFTER YOUR EVENT PROVIDING THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF PAINTERS ARE REGISTERED, PAID AND IN ATTENDANCE.
How do I pay the deposit?
Please email (info@wallsofclaymckinney.com) or call the studio to check availability. Once we have know the date, a link will be sent to complete the deposit. A deposit is required to hold the date.
When and how do I pay the balance?
The balance is due at the end of your event when we tally up the total number of kids in attendance. We accept cash and all major credit cards. Checks are NOT accepted for final payment.
What are the available projects and how much per painter?
Pottery: 6” Tile ~ $10 per painter
A great blank “canvas” to paint freestyle or you can opt for an instructive led design such as pointillism, paper masking, paper painting, etc.
Pottery: Mug 12oz ~ $12 per painter
A great blank “canvas” to paint freestyle or you can opt for an instructive led design such as handprints & finger painting (super fun) or theme inspired such as our donut mugs – choose your “flavor”. Mugs can be used for beverages, planter or pencil/pen holder. All pieces are food safe after they are kiln-fired – so fun AND functional.
Pottery: Ice Cream Bowl ~ $12 per painter
Bubbles are always fun and used to create this cool design on an ice cream bowl. Painters can pick their “flavor”; strawberry, mint chocolate chip or blue ice. Or you can choose our sweet summer watermelon theme. All pieces are food safe after they are kiln-fired – so fun AND functional.
Pottery: Salad Plate ~ $14 per painter
A great blank “canvas” to paint freestyle or you can opt for an instructive led design such as handprints & finger painting (super fun). All pieces are food safe after they are kiln-fired – so fun AND functional.
Pottery: Custom ~ $TBD per painter
Have something special in mind, a specific camp theme? Let us know and we can tailor the project to meet your needs. We have animal figurines, boxes, banks and more.