Our Story
Why choose Puddle Clayworks?
Our Process
Puddle Clay Works was founded by Jennifer Rinehart and Janet Wolford. Jennifer has several years experience teaching art to children in the public school systems as well as teaching English in Guangzhou, China. She currently teaches Ceramics at the University of New Orleans and is the co-owner of Puddle Clayworks. She founded Puddle Cl
Puddle Clay Works was founded by Jennifer Rinehart and Janet Wolford. Jennifer has several years experience teaching art to children in the public school systems as well as teaching English in Guangzhou, China. She currently teaches Ceramics at the University of New Orleans and is the co-owner of Puddle Clayworks. She founded Puddle Clayworks with her mother, Janet. Janet has served many years working with children and families as a mental health counselor. Both are passionate about children and the creative process. We look forward to offering a fun and exciting experience for your kiddo!
Our Process
Why choose Puddle Clayworks?
Our Process
We use only the finest and safest materials for your young one to create our ceramics, we use clay from local suppliers whenever possible. The clay we use is non-toxic and talc free as well as the glazes we use. We take great pride in a safe environment for your child.
Why choose Puddle Clayworks?
Why choose Puddle Clayworks?
Why choose Puddle Clayworks?
At Puddle Clay Works, we believe in small class size to better serve your kiddo. We have a 1:6 ratio which is above most standards. We believe in a fun learning environment that will certainly have your child wanting to return. No babysitting here! We guarantee an artistic experience your child will be talking about!
Elevate Your Childs Summer!
Summer Clay Camp 2025
This summer we are offering Clay Camp! Come play with clay!
During these 5 day immersive clay experience, your child will learn and develop their skills exploring the world of clay. Led by teaching artists, we will explore many things including, investigative clay play, air-dry clay projects, glazed/fired projects, and process based activities. Your kiddo will also experience the process of collaboration by working in groups on one Ceramic piece. They will have the opportunity to explore the science behind glazing, the history behind ceramics, and the excitement of being able to create in their own artistic way!
THINGS TO NOTE:
- Please bring a snack and filled water bottle for your child each day.
- Closed toe shoes please.
- Parents must sign their child in and out each day.
- Under NO EXCEPTIONS will a child be released to someone without a government issued ID and listed as a caregiver during registration below. Both of these requirements must be met for a child to be released. In the event a child needs to be picked up by an adult not listed, that parent must come in person to Puddle Clayworks with their ID to make the change.
- While registration is limited to 12 children per session, a minimum of 6 is required for the session to take place. In the unlikely event that a session is cancelled, parents will be notified 3 days before. No drop-ins.
- Fired and glazed work will need to be picked up about two weeks after the end of camp. More info about this will be sent out. Some projects, such as air-dry clay projects will go home during the week while educational, process-based projects will not go home.
- All materials provided
- A generalized schedule is below but we will communicate a more formal schedule one week before camp starts.
- For any other questions or concerns, feel free to call or text anytime!
337-707-5018 or email us at jenniferrinehart@puddleclayworks.com
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations made 7 days before camp begins will be refunded at 80%. Cancellations made after that will receive a refund of 50%. There are no refunds beyond the first day of camp.
Camp Schedule at a glance
(subject to change. Formal schedule will be sent out one week before)
Beginning: Drop off, free draw in sketch books. Let's get those ideas flowing!
Middle (Bulk of the session): Clay Play! We will enjoy leaning the fundamentals of creating with clay through several methods including, low-fire, air-dry and process based projects.
Snack, creative reflection, and group discussion
End: Clean-up/ pick-up
