A Clay Community for San Antonio
About the studio
At the heart of our veteran-owned pottery and ceramic studio is a commitment to building a vibrant community centered around the art of ceramics. We believe that the joy of working with clay should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their skill level. Our studio welcomes individuals from all walks of life, providing a supportive environment where beginners can learn and experienced artisans can refine their craft. We encourage connection and creativity through workshops, collaborative projects, and open studio sessions, making our space a hub for sharing knowledge and inspiration among ceramic enthusiasts.
About Scott Beatty
A. Scott Beatty is an accomplished educator and Army veteran, originally from Northwest Iowa, with over fifteen years of teaching experience. He has taught mathematics in North Minneapolis and San Antonio, Texas, tutored and taught at universities and community colleges, and served as a chess coach and military Spanish interpreter. For the past eight years, he has dedicated himself to the art of ceramics, having been introduced to the art thirty years ago. He has taught a variety of ceramics courses, including beginning through advanced wheel, cone ten firing, and Raku techniques, sharpening his skills and expanding his creative and teaching practices throughout. Beyond his professional pursuits, Scott is a devoted husband and father and avid roller skater. His studio aims to foster a welcoming, workmanlike environment rich in creativity. For his family and students alike, Scott prioritizes fundamentals and consistency. His diverse background and passion for teaching and art reflect a deep commitment to ceramic arts and community engagement.
Pottery from the Studio
Hand-made porcelain, lidded urn, naked raku firing technique. Each piece is one of a kind given the unpredictability of raku firing. 11.5 in.
Set of two hand-made porcelain, cone 10 mugs with chattering detail.
Hand-made porcelain lidded urn, naked raku firing technique. Each piece is one of a kind given the unpredictability of raku firing. 11.5 in.
Hand-made porcelain vessel, cone 10 fired, with concentric groove detail.
Hand-made porcelain mug in rust-speckled, matte, natural glaze.
Hand-made porcelain raku fired vessel. Due to the unpredictable nature of raku firing, each piece is one of a kind. 8.5 in.
Hand-made porcelain bowl, conical shape, with concentric ridge detail
Return Policy: Purchased pieces may be returned to Oblate Clay at purchaser’s expense. If Items are received by Oblate Clay within thirty days of purchase and intact, a refund will be issued.
Hand-made bud vase, 5” tall, in rust-speckled matte glaze.
Hand-made porcelain mug in transparent brown glaze.
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Hand-made porcelain vessel, cone 10 fired, with chattering detail
Hand-made porcelain bowl with concentric ridge pattern
Gift cards are redeemable for six months from the date of purchase and can be redeemed for any of our class offerings, private lessons, Open Studio Membership, or to purchase ceramic pieces.
Hand-made porcelain tea-pot in white glaze. One of a kind.
Contact us.
oblateclay@proton.me
(726) 242-6940
906 Oblate Drive
San Antonio, TX 78216