Pottery for Free-Spirited Thinkers (OcEAn)
If you're a Free-Spirited Thinker—high in Openness, Extraversion, and Agreeableness, with lower Conscientiousness and high sensitivity—you thrive in open-ended exploration. You’re a brainstormer, a feeler, a wanderer of thoughts and ideas. Our Draper, Utah pottery studio gives you space to express, play, and grow. (High Openness, Low Conscientiousness, High Extraversion, High Agreeableness, High Neuroticism)
OcEAn types like you crave stimulation and novelty, but not at the cost of connection or authenticity. You want to make things that matter, but you also want room to explore your impulses, change direction, and let inspiration take the lead. Pottery is one of the few mediums that lets you do all of that—without judgment, without boundaries.
At The Clay Hole, you’ll find weekly membership-based classes that are structured just enough to support your flow while never boxing you in. You can experiment, play, change your mind, and evolve. And best of all—you’ll be surrounded by others who celebrate creativity in all its forms.
Why pottery calls to Free-Spirited Thinkers
- You need space to roam—our studio gives you freedom within form, so nothing ever feels limiting.
- You enjoy emotional expression—clay lets you work through thoughts, feelings, and creative surges in real time.
- You’re drawn to creative community—we’re filled with warm, open-minded people who encourage your wild side.
- You move fast but love to return—our weekly rhythm is perfect for thinkers who thrive with variety and consistency.
Our studio is located in Draper, Utah and includes nearly 10,000 sq. ft. of work/play space, access to giant slab rollers, eight types of clay, thousands of pottery tools, and the largest public glaze wall in the world—with 500+ glazes and 100+ underglazes. It’s a wonderland for curious minds.
The Clay Hole is also known for its warmth. Whether you're an artist, a deep feeler, a wild soul, or all three, we honor every path. Our instructors provide options, not orders. You’ll be cheered on, not managed. It’s freedom with belonging.
"I was afraid I’d feel boxed in or behind everyone. Instead, I felt unleashed. There are no rules here—just possibilities." — Studio Member
How to start if you're a Free-Spirited Thinker
Begin anywhere. Change your mind. Try again. Pottery rewards your flexibility, not punishes it. Our membership guide helps you find the best pace and structure for your unique flow.
You might also love our pages on creative strengths and struggles or healing through artistic freedom.
Conclusion
Free-Spirited Thinkers aren’t meant to be caged—they’re meant to explore. At The Clay Hole, your thoughts, feelings, and art can evolve at their own rhythm. You don’t need a plan. You just need a place to start. We’re ready when you are.
Explore Membership OptionsFAQs
Can I change what I focus on each week?
Yes! You’re free to explore hand-building, wheel throwing, sculpting, or anything else that interests you.
Do I have to follow a rigid structure?
Nope. We provide guidance and support, but you get to create your own rhythm and projects.
Where can I explore my Big Five traits?
We recommend the free test on Truity to get started.
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Written by Dan Pearce, studio owner and longtime pottery educator.