Grades K - 2

This entry level clay class is for the youngest elementary school-age children. Each class will be project-based to introduce young children to different clay working techniques. Children will learn planning and decorating techniques to complete projects. 

9:00 am - 10:30 am, Saturdays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4.

Age 12 - Adult

Basket Size: 8 1/2” L x 8” W x 5” H

The basket is made on a 5” x 8” Oblong Base using both natural and pastel colored reed. When finished an Easter tie on will be attached to the front of the basket. A treasure that will last for many years of Easter fun. 

9am - 2pm Saturday, March 14

Grades 3 - 5

In this course, students will be exposed to a basic introduction to ceramic techniques designed for elementary school aged children. This class will create fun imaginative pieces which will be a mixture of decorative and functional items.  This class includes all materials including clay, glazes, and kiln firing time.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm, Saturdays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4.

Grades 6 - 8

This is a pottery class for older elementary and middle school children. In this course, students will create fun, decorative, and functional projects and can explore different techniques for working with clay including the pottery wheel.

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Saturdays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18.

Grade 9 - Adult

In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting, including special techniques, effects, and materials to create watercolor paintings. Lessons will explore ways to use special brushes, manipulate paint, add surface textures, mix and apply colors. Instruction will include step-by-step projects on a variety of subjects. This is a beginning level class for students who wish to build their skills and confidence of painting with watercolor.

5:30 - 7:00 pm, Mondays, March 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 27. No class April 20.

Adult

This class is for students who have taken the beginning class previously but may not be ready to move on to an intermediate or advanced class. Students will continue their knowledge and skills to create functional and decorative wares from clay. We will do at least five projects and students will have the opportunity to throw on the wheel. Decoration with surface textures, handles, and glazing examples will be discussed. Every class will create different forms, and students will learn how to understand clay's versatility. You will have a chance to throw, trim, and modify a pot.  After the fifth meeting, projects will be bisque fired. The last night is left for glazing. If you are interested in taking a clay class and would like to explore your creativity and enhance your skill this class may be for you. Only 6 spots are available. A wheel is available for each student.

11:00 am - 1:30 pm, Tuesdays, March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 28. No class April 21.

7th Grade - Adult

This spring themed clay class will have you creating larger scale work to decorate your outdoor spaces. Garden signs, wind chimes, and flowers or mushrooms will be created. All levels of skill welcome. Materials included. 

11am - 1pm, Thursdays, March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 30. No class April 23.

Adult

We will be discussing the life and history of the straight back chair. Once you choose your chair we will talk about the material and tools that will be used. We will learn how to read and follow the pattern. Students will be given hands-on help from the instructor. 

This will be a six-hour class. The chair, materials, as well as the tools will be provided. 

 * This class is sponsored by the Berea College Appalachian Fund, Folk Arts & Cultures Initiative Grant.

9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Saturday, March 28.