Discover Catalina Tile

You will receive a text message the day of your class to confirm your exact pick up location details or directions to the studio in the event you have chosen the "self-transport" option. Please note the studio is one mile from the main town of Avalon. Walking is about 30 minutes on a flat coastal road, it is easily bikeable, or folks with a vacation rental golf cart can all access the studio with our precise directions. You are more than welcome to change your option on the day of your class. Please note that our brown clay can stain light colored clothing. We provide shirts and aprons but darker colored fabrics are recommended. Please reach out at 310-499-8799 with any day of concerns.

We start by sharing our deep knowledge of all things Catalina including Native history, geology, and modern history all told in an entertaining fashion including local lore, fun facts and gossip… You’ll leave with a whole new appreciation of the magic of Catalina Island.

You’ll be offered a brief introduction and lesson on working with clay before spending time creating your own Catalina tile souvenirs. You’ll get to choose from dozens of designs, ranging from traditional Catalina patterns to flowers, fish and geometric icons.

We’ll be available for any questions or assistance as you make your tile. Once it comes out of the mold, choose your colors for later firing.

After your tile is made, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the interactive exhibits in our mini-museum, filled with Catalina facts and artifacts. We showcase many unique items as well as rare and out-of-print materials. You’ll also want to spend time in our gallery store, where you’ll find an array of unique souvenirs.

Due to the time needed to finish your tile, we will color and “fire” the tile. We will send the tile within about 3 weeks. The tiles created at the Catalina Tile Experience are 4″ x 4″ fully fired stoneware tiles suitable for installations indoors our out. Extra tiles available at a cost of $10 each Fees include all materials and domestic US shipping via USPS. International shipping fees may apply.