Ceramics   

This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing— centering, opening, and pulling clay into shape—followed by learning to form bowls, cylinders, and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. NOTE: Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $25 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Alternatively, clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Studio Note: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.

This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing— centering, opening, and pulling clay into shape—followed by learning to form bowls, cylinders, and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. NOTE: Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $25 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Alternatively, clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Studio Note: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.

This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing— centering, opening, and pulling clay into shape—followed by learning to form bowls, cylinders, and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. NOTE: Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $25 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Alternatively, clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Studio Note: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.

This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing— centering, opening, and pulling clay into shape—followed by learning to form bowls, cylinders, and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. NOTE: Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $25 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Alternatively, clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Studio Note: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.

This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing— centering, opening, and pulling clay into shape—followed by learning to form bowls, cylinders, and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. NOTE: Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $25 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Alternatively, clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Studio Note: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.

This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing— centering, opening, and pulling clay into shape—followed by learning to form bowls, cylinders, and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. NOTE: Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $25 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Alternatively, clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Studio Note: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.

Fundamental handbuilding skills and techniques will be covered including pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction with a focus on fun, artful, and utilitarian forms as well as surface techniques to add decorative elements to make the work truly one-of-a-kind. The class will work in lowfire terracotta clay and glazes; students will learn how to use these materials for the purpose of handbuilding. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

Fundamental handbuilding skills and techniques will be covered including pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction with a focus on fun, artful, and utilitarian forms as well as surface techniques to add decorative elements to make the work truly one-of-a-kind. The class will work in lowfire terracotta clay and glazes; students will learn how to use these materials for the purpose of handbuilding. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

Expand and refine your throwing skills through the forming of bowls, cups, lids, pitchers, and the assemblage of twopart forms. Presentations and discussions will cover how to integrate form with function. This class will use high-fire Balcones clay and gas fired reduction glazes. Prerequisite: Two Introductory to Throwing courses or equivalent experience is required. See *CERAMICS NOTE.

Expand and refine your throwing skills through the forming of bowls, cups, lids, pitchers, and the assemblage of twopart forms. Presentations and discussions will cover how to integrate form with function. This class will use high-fire Balcones clay and gas fired reduction glazes. Prerequisite: Two Introductory to Throwing courses or equivalent experience is required. See *CERAMICS NOTE.

Expand and refine your throwing skills through the forming of bowls, cups, lids, pitchers, and the assemblage of twopart forms. Presentations and discussions will cover how to integrate form with function. This class will use high-fire Balcones clay and gas fired reduction glazes. Prerequisite: Two Introductory to Throwing courses or equivalent experience is required. See *CERAMICS NOTE.

Together explore creative ways of living with functional sculptural vessels in this mini-course. Basic handbuilding techniques will be taught through coil building and slab construction as you create cups, bowls, and centerpieces that encourage joy in everyday objects with care and consideration to functions. Sources of inspiration will be shared and surface design and decorations will be covered using mid-range clay and glazes. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

Independent Study is designed for advanced level students who are self-motivated, technically capable of firing kilns, willing to push their creative abilities, and wish to create a body of work during the term. This class will focus on functional and sculptural handbuilding approaches using Cinco Rojo clay and mid-range oxidation firings. Students should come prepared with a written proposal of the goals or projects they plan to accomplish during the term. The instructor reserves the right to reject proposals that are outside the limitation of the class time and studio. Decoration options will include white and colored slips, underglazes and cone 6 glazes; other options may be acceptable depending on the requirements of each student’s individual project proposal. Prerequisite: Students must have had a minimum of three advanced level classes. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition now includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firing; however, students should anticipate fees for purchasing additional clay, specialty underglazes and glazes, and tools unless otherwise noted. Additional 25lb bags of clay and introductory tool kits are $20 each and must be purchased online; show your receipt to the instructor to receive your purchase. Or clay and materials can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—one (1) hour prior to the start of their class and 1 ½ hours immediately following the end of their class. Limited open studio time for students to practice will be determined at the beginning of the session; times will be discussed in each class and posted on studio doors. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed.