Explore various types of wheel-thrown lids and the benefits of each in relation to its pot’s form and function, from closed-form lidded pieces and sets countertop cannisters to casserole dishes and honey pots. Discuss topics will be various surface decoration and glazing techniques, including a raku fire at the end of the session. Must have […]
read moreUse stamping, stencil, inlay, screen printing on gelli plates, and transfer techniques to add botanical inspiration to your ceramic work! Practice drawing skills and experiment with underglazes to take your ceramic decoration to the next level. This will be mostly tiles and handbuilt work, but students are encouraged to bring their own wheelthrown pieces for […]
read moreCome to the clay studio to create beautiful and imaginative creatures with air dry clay! Learn tons of cool ways to make pottery including pinch pots, carving, and molding. From an alien with 18 legs, to an aquarium full of swimming fish, to checkers set with animal tiles, your options with clay are endless!
read moreGain the skills to coil build different objects in clay. Learn about the basic properties of clay and the different stages clay goes through to become ceramics. Students will start by making two small vases, then they'll creative freedom (with limitations) to explore their newly learned skills.
read moreExpand your skills by learning additional throwing techniques and working on complex projects. We'll explore larger-scale pieces, make sets, and add hand-built elements to our pieces. This class caters to individual interests, so we'll address specific techniques for your projects. Discussion on reduction firing in the gas kiln and glaze firing to cone 10 for […]
read moreLearn to throw clay on a potter’s wheel. We’ll cover the foundations of wheel work, including wedging and centering clay and forming cylinders, cups and bowls. Basic glazing information will help you finish your final forms.
read moreCome to the clay studio to create clay menorahs to burn bright this Chanukah! Beginning with a just block of airdry clay, learn how to customize and form it into the menorah of your dreams. Learn how to add pieces of clay, or carve into what you already have. Chag sameach!
read moreBring some brightness to your cozy winter nights—make some candle holding pots with us! Make hand-turned vessels using the ancient pinching method. Carve marvelous designs into your vessels to allow the light to spill out. Create and take home up to two ceramic votive holders to spread happiness and warmth throughout your home all winter […]
read moreLearn how to create terracotta aromatherapy ornaments using clay, stamps, and texture tools! These unglazed disks naturally hold and release essential oils—no plug-in, flame, or water required. Perfect as holiday decorations or for adding scent to cars, bathrooms, and small spaces. Each student will make a small set of personalized disks to be bisque-fired, […]
read moreJoin us outside for raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design. Participants will glaze their pieces, help load them into the kiln, grab a beer or snack across the street at Goatocado, then return to enjoy the campfire-like atmosphere with friends in the VisArts courtyard.
read moreCome make art side by side as a family! In this class you will make beautiful ornaments to hang on your tree or around the house. Roll out slabs, cut out shapes, make impressions and patterns in the clay using various materials, and embellish your ornaments. Ornaments can even be painted once dry.
read moreLearn how to sculpt, add texture, and mix colors with polymer clay in this one-day workshop. Students will learn the basics of polymer clay in a process that can be easily replicated in the home studio. Class time will be used to make our creations and students will bake at home.
read moreHave you always wanted to try wheel throwing? Come throw a pot using white stoneware, then fire and finish your pieces using food-safe glazes.
read moreCome make art side by side as a family! In this class you will make beautiful ornaments to hang on your tree or around the house. Roll out slabs, cut out shapes, make impressions and patterns in the clay using various materials, and embellish your ornaments. Ornaments can even be painted once dry.
read moreHave you ever wanted to drink out of a mug you made? Learn the techniques of coil building to make your own mug.
read moreHave you ever wanted to drink out of a mug you made? Learn the techniques of coil building to make your own mug.
read moreHave you always wanted to try wheel throwing? Come throw a pot using white stoneware, then fire and finish your pieces using food-safe glazes.
read moreJoin us outside for raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design. Participants will glaze their pieces, help load them into the kiln, grab a beer or snack across the street at Goatocado, then return to enjoy the campfire-like atmosphere with friends in the VisArts courtyard.
read moreWork with Duffy to craft your very own colorful magnets! Sculpt an image of a human face, an animal, a flower, or anything else of your choosing and use a variety of polymer clay colors to bring your creation to life. You'll end the class with a finished magnet that you can finish in the […]
read moreSpend an evening in the clay studio with ceramicist Claudia Meyer, and learn to work with clay to create the scary and seasonal spiders, ghosts and goblins! Learn clay techniques and harness your creativity to make something wonderful to adorn your home. Students will use airdry clay so objects can be taken home immediately.
read moreSpend an evening in the clay studio with ceramicist Claudia Meyer, and learn to work with clay to create the scary and seasonal spiders, ghosts and goblins! Learn clay techniques and harness your creativity to make something wonderful to adorn your home. Students will use airdry clay so objects can be taken home immediately.
read moreWork with Duffy to craft your very own colorful magnets! Sculpt an image of a human face, an animal, a flower, or anything else of your choosing and use a variety of polymer clay colors to bring your creation to life. You'll end the class with a finished magnet that you can finish in the […]
read moreJoin us in VisArts' Cabell courtyard for Raku! Try your hand at raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design! Bring family, friends, or a date for a fun time! Participants will glaze their pieces and help load them into the kiln. Grab a beer or snack from Goatocado across the street and return […]
read moreSpend an evening in the clay studio with ceramicist Claudia Meyer, and learn the ancient technique of pinching pots out of clay. Students will learn how to make a variety of objects from taper candle holders, small vases to hold dried flowers, or jewelry trays. Harness your creativity and make something wonderful to adorn your […]
read moreGet both hands on the wheel with artist Dan Kaczka! Receive 75 minutes of hands-on training on the potter's wheel. Choose one of your clay creations to fire, then return at a later date to retrieve your completed work of art.
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