6th Grade - Adult

Shake off the winter stress and develop a new skill. Open to all levels of throwing experience. This class will cover the basic foundations of throwing on the potter's wheel. Only 6 spots available.

10:00 am - 12:30 pm, Thursdays, January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27.

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. 

Noon - 2:30 pm - Mondays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10.

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 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.  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 available.

Noon - 2:30 pm, Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11.

Adult

This class is for those with little to no sewing experience. It will get you familiar with your sewing machine and teach you the basics. Each class will consist of working on a simple project while building on your knowledge. We will go over the mechanics of your sewing machine, sewing terminology, different fabrics and their usage, straight and zigzag stitches, turning, mitered corners, how to insert a zipper, and the correct way to take measurements. Many of you have a sewing machine sitting in your closet that you will need to bring. There is a limited number of machines available if you do not have your own. A basic supply list will be supplied by the instructor for each class project.

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

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11.

5th Grade - Adult

Let your imagination run wild and create a small doorway to another world. Class participants will have instruction on drawing their own pattern or may use some of the provided templates. The first class will focus on building a door frames and doors. The second class will be for painting and glazing. All materials provided. This is a kid friendly class. Anyone under the recommended age range will be considered an adult helper. These will be finished and ready for Saint Patrick's Day. Take all 3 Garden Art classes to create a series of works to display together. 

10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thursdays, March 6, 13.

9th Grade - Adult

In this beginner class, students will make a new basket each week.  All baskets will be done in a traditional weave or coil method.  Some baskets will have a ceramic base pre-made by the instructor while others will have a wood base.  Each basket will be functional and artistic.

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

10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Saturdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12.

4th Grade - Adult

Instructor Carolyn Lowe will be sharing old skills with new friends in this four-hour workshop as well as discussing the history of the foot stool and talking about the materials used for the project.  Specifically for beginners, students will learn basic weaving skills such as how to follow a pattern.  Students will be using natural and colored reed which will make a lovely traditional pattern.  All materials are provided.  This foot stool will be a great keepsake or gift.  Instructor Carolyn Lowe would like to invite participants to come individually or with a young person (4th - 12th grade) to learn this traditional art form together in hopes of passing on this artform.  If coming with another person, you will work on your project together.

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

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Mondays, March 10, 17.

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.

Noon - 2:30pm, Tuesdays, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 29. No class April 22.