Youth

Arbutus believes that one of the most important things we can do to perpetuate traditional crafts is help start the next generation of crafters. We offer a number of classes for youth of various ages.

At this time, parents registering youth should register using the parent's account.

Beginner Wheel Throwing
THIS CLASS IS FULL. Please click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
Ages 14 and up welcome!
In this beginner wheel throwing class we will cover the basics of centering on the wheel! We will focus on throwing bowls and cylindrical forms. I will go over trimming your pottery and attaching handles or adornments. There will be demonstration on various surface techniques throughout the process of finishing your pieces, such as adding texture when the clay is wet to layering glazes once the piece has gone through its first firing. Working with clay is the medium in which I use to balance my body and soul and I hope to share that sentiment with you in this 6-week course.
We highly recommend that students bring their own towel and apron.
Show Description
Fee: $280.00
Instructor: Andritta Bernstein

Capacity Remaining: 0
Dates: 5/7/2020 - 5/28/2020

Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sessions: 4

Days: Th
Building: Arbutus Folk School

Room: Ceramic Studio
Thursday Evenings from 6-9pm 4 remaining session

Youth Pottery Class
This class is intended to introduce the beginner to basics of clay work and to allow the more experienced student to practice both hand building and wheel throwing techniques. With a primary focus on vessels, there is a lot of room for creativity. Mindfulness exercises will be incorporated into the instruction. Students must be able to follow complex directions and focus on their work.
Ages 9 to 16 years old.
Registration closes 3 days before the start of class.
Show Description

Fee: $137.00
Instructor: Meghan Hopkins

Capacity Remaining: 4
Schedule Details: Fridays afternoons, 3:30-5:30 pm, May 1st-22nd

Dates: 5/1/2020 - 5/22/2020
Times: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Sessions: 4

Days: F
Building: Arbutus Folk School

Room: Ceramic Studio

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Email: Info@ArbutusFolkSchool.org

Message phone: (360) 350-0187

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Mailing Address:
120 State Avenue NE, #298
Olympia, WA 98501

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610 4th Ave E.
Olympia, WA 98501

Our current open office hours are Mondays and Thursdays, 10-2 pm. Since we have very limited staff, we recommend calling the facility before coming to be sure we are there. We are closed on major holidays.

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