The Makery SRQ offers hands-on art classes, parties and homeschool programs

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Things got messy on Suncoast View as reporter Alyssa Perry hopped on the pottery wheel at The Makery SRQ.Owner Gina Fortino walked her through the basics — centering, pulling, shaping — which looks easy until the clay has other plans. Wobbly edges, splatters and plenty of fun included.The Sarasota studio is built for that kind of trial-and-error. It’s about experimenting, not perfection — and no cleanup required.Upcoming highlights include:Myakka Renaissance Festival: Every Saturday and Sunday in November and the first weekend in December, with bubble glazing and mini pottery wheel experiences.Homeschool classes: New session begins in November with wheel classes, hand-building and the Young Entrepreneurs Maker’s Market, where kids create products, build a brand, design logos, budget and sell creations at The Bazaar at the market. Kids keep their earnings.Adult classes: Thursday evening clay hand-building from 7 to 9 p.m.Party season: Pottery wheel, slime, squish