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Clay Classes September/October

Monday PM - Handbuilding & Wheel - 2024

$250

with Debbie Englund

Calendar Sep 2, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This class is designed for any skill level and will focus on all aspects of ceramic sculpture and wheel throwing from concept to completion. We will discuss elements of 3-dimensional design, methods of constructing with clay, and surface treatments.

Students will design work based on personal interest and will be encouraged to stretch their imaginations. We will experiment with several different techniques including wheel throwing fundamentals, modeling and slab building. Students will finish their work using a range of surface treatments including texture, ceramic glaze, and polychrome.

Group demonstrations and instruction will be based on students’ interests and questions. Individual instruction will be provided at each class to promote student success. This class is intended for adults 18 years and older. 

Class includes 25lbs. of clay*, studio glazes and firing. Additional clay is available for purchase. Wear old clothes, and bring an old towel.

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies.

*Please note the first bag of Little Loafers, Speckled Brownstone and Star White are included free with class. Standard 266 and Standard Porcelain have an upcharge. 

 

 

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Tuesday AM - Wheel & Handbuilding 2024

$250

with Lara O'Keefe

Calendar Sep 3, 2024 at 9 am, runs for 8 weeks

This class covers all levels and aspects of wheel throwing and handbuilding skills.  Students will explore all forms of pottery and can discuss the commonalities and complexities of various shapes and forms.   Students will work at their own levels, on their own projects to bring their ideas to life with the help of the instructor. 

Group demonstrations and instruction will be based on students’ interests and questions. Individual instruction will be provided at each class to promote student success. 

Bring a hand towel, a friend and clothing to get messy in! This class includes 25 pounds of clay*.  

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. You will be given the option to transfer to another class or your money will be refunded should this happen. 

 

Please refer to our website www.clayworxstudios.com for our policies.

 

*Please note the first bag of Little Loafers, Speckled Brownstone and Star White are included free with class. Standard 266 and Standard Porcelain have an upcharge.  

 

Full Course

Wednesday Evenings - Handbuilding & Wheel - 2024

$250

with Debbie Englund

Calendar Sep 4, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This class is designed for any skill level and will focus on all aspects of ceramic sculpture and wheel throwing from concept to completion. We will discuss elements of 3-dimensional design, methods of constructing with clay, and surface treatments.

Students will design work based on personal interest and will be encouraged to stretch their imaginations. We will experiment with several different techniques including wheel throwing fundamentals, modeling and slab building. Students will finish their work using a range of surface treatments including texture, ceramic glaze, and polychrome.

Group demonstrations and instruction will be based on students’ interests and questions. Individual instruction will be provided at each class to promote student success. This class is intended for adults 18 years and older.

Class includes 25lbs. of clay*, studio glazes and firing. Additional clay is available in the studio store. So bring a set of old clothes to change into and have a ball!

 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

 

 

*Please note the first bag of Little Loafers, Speckled Brownstone and Star White are included free with class. Standard 266 and Standard Porcelain have an upcharge. 

Full Course

Sunday Afternoon Clay Class - 2024

$250

with Jane Burgess

Calendar Sep 8, 2024 at 1:30 pm

This class is suitable for beginning to intermediate students. We will concentrate on the basics of wheel throwing from centering, opening, and shaping of a pot, with the initial focus on understanding the basics of making the foundational shape of cylinders. Once you have achieved those, the world of clay opens to you!

Students will work at their own pace and level, to learn the skills of the life cycle of a pot from wedging clay, trimming, glazing and finishing. Individuals with be helped at their own level of skill, with group or individual demonstrations as required.

The class includes 25lbs. of clay, studio glazes and firing. Additional clay is available to purchase if needed.

Wear old clothes, an apron, and bring an old towel! 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

Full Course

Sunday Evenings on the Wheel - 2024

$250

with Jane Burgess

Calendar Sep 8, 2024 at 5 pm, runs for 8 weeks

This class is suitable for beginning to intermediate students. We will concentrate on the basics of wheel throwing from centering, opening, and shaping of a pot. With initial focus on understanding the basics of making the foundational shape of cylinders. Once you have achieved those, the world of clay opens!

Students will work at their own pace and level, to learn the skills of the life cycle of a pot from wedging clay, trimming, glazing and finishing. Individuals with be helped at their own level of skill, with group or individual demonstrations as required.

The class includes 25lbs. of clay, studio glazes and firing. Additional clay is available to purchase if needed.

Wear old clothes, an apron, and bring an old towel! 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

Full Course

Monday AM Introduction To Pottery Making (wheel and hand-building)

$225

with Lynn Flyer

Calendar Sep 9, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 7 weeks

This is a 7 week class, no class Labor Day

This class is open to all levels and is designed for beginners to explore a variety of pottery making techniques. Start your clay adventures off by building a great foundation with class demonstrations and guided lessons. Each class will focus on the fundamentals you need to develop your skills. We’ll explore building with slabs, coils, pinching and throwing along with trimming and finishing touches that get amazing results.

Class includes 25lbs clay*. Wear old clothes, and bring a friend, and have some fun.

Classes may be cancelled at short notice if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

 

*Please note the first bag of Little Loafers, Speckled Brownstone and Star White are included free with class. Standard 266 and Standard Porcelain have an upcharge. 

 

 

 

 

 

Full Course

Monday Afternoon Handbuilding - Basics and Beyond

$225

with Lynn Flyer

Calendar Sep 9, 2024 at 1:30 pm, runs for 7 weeks

This is a 7 week class, no class Labor Day

Discover the endless possibilities hand building has to offer to make functional and unique pottery.  Students of all experience levels will enjoy learning new techniques in this class.

We will focus on a variety of slab forming methods and surface decoration to create visual interest.

Learn how to make and use your own templates, stamps, sprig molds and bisque molds to enhance your work. Add volume and change the basic cylinder using altering techniques. Students with wheel experience will learn how to combine thrown and hand built components to alter pieces and create even more complex forms.

Wear old clothes, closed toe shoes, bring a friend, and have some fun.

Class includes 25lbs clay.  Students may use any of the clay types but   some clay bodies have an upcharge. Please pick up clay during the session. Clay may not be "banked" for future pick up. Clay must be kept on student shelves. Any unopened clay not used during the session must be stored at home. 

Classes may be cancelled at short notice (as little as 24 hours)  if the minimum attendance is not achieved. Your money will be refunded should this happen. 

Please refer to our main website www.Clayworxstudios.com for our policies. 

  

 

 

 

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