Handbuilding with Clay: Ceramic Animal Art 8/4-8 Week 7
This class is about making art for humans and animals to enjoy! Participants will learn basic clay skills (hand building, using slump molds, glazing) and paper-making techniques to create 3 unique projects for pets and wild animals to play on, live in, and/or eat. In creating our sculptures students will learn a bit about animal habitat use and conservation in our local environment.
Hand Building With Clay: Session A 6/23-27 Week 1
In this class students will be taught the hand building methods of pinch, slab and coil. We’ll be using them singly and in combination to create a variety of sculptural and functional pieces. Students will also have time to work on projects of their choosing. Glazes will be used to complete the work.
Pottery: Basics and Beyond
Join us for an introduction to the world of pottery! In this beginner-friendly
class, you'll explore 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, trimming, and glazing. Whether you’re looking to create
functional pottery or simply enjoy the therapeutic nature of working with
clay, this class is perfect for those new to pottery. It will also serve as a
‘back to basics’ refresher class for experienced potters.
On & Off the Wheel: Exploring Functional Forms
Develop ideas of form and design in functional pieces using wheel-throwing and hand-building methods. Students will learn techniques in form alterations, surface treatments, and final touches that make each piece stand out! Classes will include demonstrations, group discussions, and one-on-one critiques. Some prior experience in ceramics is recommended. Prerequisite: General skills of hand-building and/or throwing required. Maximum 12 students. Please note: NO class 7/4
Nature’s Impressions in Clay Series
Create, paint and seal small impressions of natural materials or sculpt a low relief tile inspired by the forms and textures in nature. Develop a practice of mindful observation, collection of found materials and creative expression. We will learn an air-dry process that produces strong lightweight pieces suitable for use in jewelry, mixed media or enjoyed as they are. All materials will be provided.
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.
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.
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.
