Ceramics   

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio.

Independent Study is designed for students who are self-motivated, willing to push their creative abilities, and wish to create a body of work during the term. This class is open to a focus on hand building or wheel throwing approaches. Students should come prepared with a written proposal of the goals or projects they plan to accomplish during the term. Students may work in mid-range or high-fire. 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 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 two prior clay classes. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

Independent Study is designed for students who are self-motivated, willing to push their creative abilities, and wish to create a body of work during the term. This class is open to a focus on hand building or wheel throwing approaches. Students should come prepared with a written proposal of the goals or projects they plan to accomplish during the term. Students may work in mid-range or high-fire. 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 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 two prior clay classes. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 mid-range clay and glazes. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

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 mid-range clay and glazes. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio

Expand and refine your throwing skills through the forming of bowls, cups, lids, pitchers, and the assemblage of two-part forms. Presentations and discussions will cover how to integrate form with function. This class will use high-fire Mammoth Merlin clay and high temperature gas-fired reduction glazes. Prerequisite: Students should have completed at least two introductory to wheelthrowing courses. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio.

Expand and refine your throwing skills through the forming of bowls, cups, lids, pitchers, and the assemblage of two-part forms. Presentations and discussions will cover how to integrate form with function. This class will use high-fire Mammoth Merlin clay and high temperature gas-fired reduction glazes. Prerequisite: Students should have completed at least two introductory to wheelthrowing courses. Class tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay per student; see *CERAMICS NOTE.

*CERAMICS NOTE: Tuition includes one 25lb bag of clay for each student registered. Students should be able to lift 25lbs of clay. Tuition also covers use of shop tools and shop glazes, and some underglazes as well as kiln firings; 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.  Or clay and tools can be purchased locally at retail stores.

Open Studio Hours: Enrolled ceramic students will be allowed limited open studio access—1 hour prior to the start of their class and 1 hour immediately following the end of their class. Additional limited open studio hours will be discussed in each class  and will be posted on the studio doors at the beginning of the session. Open studio time is intended for practicing techniques and projects covered in class; no outside work is allowed. Students are expected to observe open studio hours and follow guidelines for clean-up when working in the studio.