Works by Peter Voulkos (“Molestar S24,” left) and Akio Takamori (“Standing Woman Vase”) are part of “California Clay” now on display at the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center at Hastings College.

In this video, watch as smooth white clay is carefully shaped into delicate, lifelike flowers, creating a calming and satisfying process. The gentle motions and precise craftsmanship bring each petal ...