Adult

Hand-building with pottery is another way of working with clay. The basic techniques are easier to learn and the range of forms you can produce is much broader. If you are interested in clay, but are not sure the wheel is for you, consider hand-building and begin creating wonderful functional pieces of artwork on your very first day. This class will give you the opportunity to create unique projects each week. Students will focus on the vocabulary of clay, slab construction, pinch pots, surface texture, clay impression and more. For students who are looking for a place to express their creativity, hand-building may be the experience for you. 

2:00 - 5:00 pm - Tuesdays, August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1.

Adults

This beginning level class is designed for those wishing to develop their own skills on the potter’s wheel. This class is designed to build students’ skills in the foundational elements of clay, glazes, and terminology. Every class will demonstrate a different wheel throwing exercise. 

There are only 6 spots in this class to ensure that each student has wheel access.  The registration fee covers all materials including clay, glazes, tools, and kiln firing time.

5:30 - 8:30 pm - Tuesdays, August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1.

6th Grade - Adults

Set aside a few hours a week for guided studio time.  All levels of experience welcome.  Choose either table or wheelwork.  Daily demos will cover hand-building techniques, wheel-work, use of equipment, and design techniques.  Bring your own project ideas or follow one of the demos. Each student will be provided 25 pounds of clay, group kiln firings, and use of studio glazes.  (Additional clay would need to be provided by the student).

10:00 am - 12:30 pm, Thursdays, September 5, 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24, 31.

Grades K- 2

This entry level clay class is for the youngest of 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, September 7, 14, 21, 28.

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, September 7, 14, 21, 28.

Adult

This class is a combination of both hand-building and wheel thrown techniques. Students will learn how to create functional and decorative wares from clay. We will make five projects with hand-building methods, and students will have the opportunity to throw pots on the wheel. Decoration with surface textures, handles, and glaze examples will be discussed. Every class we 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. We will explore slab-building, unique stencil form design, and surface decoration with the use of underglazes. After the fifth meeting, your pots will be bisque fired. The last night is left for glazing. If you're interested in taking a clay class and would like to explore your creativity using both hand-building and the wheel, this class may be for you. 

2:00 - 5:00 pm - Tuesdays, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12.

Adult

This class is a combination of both hand-building and wheel thrown techniques. Students will learn how to create functional and decorative wares from clay. We will make five projects with hand-building methods, and students will have the opportunity to throw pots on the wheel. Decoration with surface textures, handles, and glaze examples will be discussed. Every class we 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. We will explore slab-building, unique stencil form design, and surface decoration with the use of underglazes. After the fifth meeting, your pots 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 using both hand-building and the wheel, this class may be for you. 

5:30 - 8:30 pm - Tuesdays, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12.

6th Grade - Adult

Be the host with the most with this party tray made by you!  Perfect for chips/dip, veggies, and fruits, or even toppings for tacos!  Durable and dishwasher safe, this multi-compartment tray can serve many uses and people.  All supplies and firing are included.

10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 5, 7, 14.