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East Creek is a community art studio and retreat. Situated on 20 forest acres in Oregon's coastal mountains, the 40' East Creek Anagama wood fired kiln is at the center of our community

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ABOUT US

East Creek has been serving students, artists, and educators since 1983. Home to the West's first Anagama wood burning kiln, East Creek is also home to a 5,000 sq.ft. art studio with ceramics, wood, metal, and glass capability. The East Creek facility also includes camping space, tiny cabins, an outdoor kitchen, a wood fired pizza oven, and more!

Upcoming Events Quick Look

  • Oct 05, 2024, 10:00 AM – Oct 06, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    In this two part intermediate workshop, learn the basics and driving forces behind reduction cooled wood soda firing in our newly constructed small catenary arch kiln, the FishCat.
  • Multiple Dates
    Oct 05, 2024, 10:00 AM – Oct 11, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Book one week in our forest studio. Dedicated camping, facilities, and 2 CF Bisque included
  • Sep 21, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sep 22, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Learn the basics of wood firing with a 2 day making time at the East Creek studio in September followed by a wood-soda firing in October
  • Sep 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sep 19, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Learn the basics of wood firing with a 2 day making time at the East Creek studio in September followed by a wood-soda firing in October
  • Sep 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sep 15, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Up your wood firing game with instruction, 3 days studio making time, and 3 firings. Includes 5 cubic feet of firing space.
  • Jul 27, 2024, 4:00 PM – Jul 28, 2024, 11:00 AM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Raku fire, camp, and make wood fired pizza! BYO bisque or buy pieces to paint for $25/ea. Beginner Friendly.
  • Multiple Dates
    Jul 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – Aug 02, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Book one week in our forest studio. Dedicated camping, facilities, and 2 CF Bisque included
  • Jul 22, 2024, 10:00 AM – Jul 28, 2024, 4:00 PM
    East Creek
    Work in a small setting with master potter Joe Robinson to throw some truly giant pots.
  • Jul 08, 2024, 10:00 AM – Jul 14, 2024, 5:00 PM
    East Creek
    Work on gaining new throwing skills with instruction, unguided community making, or both!
  • Jul 06, 2024, 4:00 PM – Jul 07, 2024, 11:00 AM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Raku fire, camp, and make wood fired pizza! BYO bisque or buy pieces to paint for $25/ea. Beginner Friendly.
  • Jun 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – Jun 29, 2024, 11:00 AM
    East Creek Art, 12251 SW East Creek Rd, Willamina, OR 97396, USA
    Raku fire, camp, and make wood fired pizza! BYO bisque or buy pieces to paint for $25/ea. Beginner Friendly.
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