Pottery: Basics and Beyond
Join us for an introduction to the art of pottery! In this beginner-friendly
class, you'll learn the basics of working on and off the pottery wheel. By
the end of the session, you’ll have built a strong foundation in essential
skills such as centering, pulling, and shaping. Whether you’re looking to
create functional pottery or simply enjoy the therapeutic nature of
working with your hands, this class is perfect for those new to pottery. It will
also serve as a ‘back to basics’ refresher class for experienced potters.
From Form To Function: Session B
Learn wheel throwing, designing and glazing techniques with an eye to function. This
class is for students of all experience levels and centers on structured, hands-on
instruction for new students. More experienced students can develop their skills to make
larger and more complex forms through teacher demonstrations and individualized
instruction.
All About Pottery
In this class we will focus on mastering the skills to make ceramic dishes for food. We will cover clay preparation, forming pots on the wheel, trimming, pulling handles, and glazing. Students with prior experience will have the opportunity to further their skills through individual coaching and critique. However, no prior experience is required — if you have always wanted to try pottery, this class is for you. Part of every class will be dedicated to demonstrations and examining well-crafted pots.
Expression In Clay
Find your seat within this group of beginner to advanced potters. Set individual goals while exploring a dynamic range of skills including wheel throwing and hand-building, as well as skills for finishing your work including carving, slips, and diverse glaze techniques. Students will engage in both round table group critiques, as well as plenty of one-on-one attention.
Explorations In Clay
In addition to developing the fundamentals of wheel-throwing and hand building, this course will explore various alternative firing techniques including pit-firing, raku, smoke firings and more. We will also experiment with unconventional surface treatments. The course is open to students of all levels. The only requirement is the desire to grow your skills and challenge your ceramic creativity.
Creating With Clay
This course is designed to help students increase their pottery skills whether they are beginning, intermediate or advanced students. Both wheel and handbuilding techniques are taught. Students may work in both or focus on one. Surface treatments including colored clay slips, underglazes and glazes will be covered. Instruction is delivered through both teacher demonstrations and individual help to students. Critiques provided to students upon request.
From Form To Function: Session A
Learn wheel throwing, designing and glazing techniques with an eye to function. This
class is for students of all experience levels and centers on structured, hands-on
instruction for new students. More experienced students can develop their skills to make
larger and more complex forms through teacher demonstrations and individualized
instruction.
Secret Sculptures 6/30-7/3 Week 2
This class explores the magic of finding art where you don’t expect it! Participants will learn
how to make “secret” clay sculptures to hide around the GAC grounds and around town.
Students will make slip cast “rocks” with surprises inside, a camouflage sculpture using
textures from nature, and an independent ultra top-secret final project! This class will introduce
participants to hand building and slip casting clay techniques, and include some time for
drawing and planning a scavenger hunt. Please note: NO class Friday 7/4
Intro To Throwing Clay On The Wheel: Session A 7/7-11 Week 3
Have you ever wanted to make your own pots using the potter’s wheel? Students will learn this process through teacher demonstrations, individual instruction and wheel time. Glazes will be used to finish the pieces making the work functional. Be sure to bring a smock or wear old clothes.
Intro To Throwing Clay On The Wheel: Session B 8/11-15 Week 8
Have you ever wanted to make your own pots using the potter’s wheel? Students will learn this process through teacher demonstrations, individual instruction and wheel time. Glazes will be used to finish the pieces making the work functional. Be sure to bring a smock or wear old clothes.
