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Pinch Pot Pokémon (Ages 7–8)- New!

January 28, 2019

Pokémon and monsters and imaginary friends, oh my! This clay class will introduce hand-building techniques such as pinching and coiling. Students will discuss animal characteristics and learn to sculpt real and imaginary creatures in their natural habitat. Walk away with two-three sculpted creatures!

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Fantastical Clay Creatures (Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Imagine and create fictional creatures in clay. Develop characters through an exploration of capabilities drawn from the natural world, combining properties or attributes from real organisms into fictional hybrids. You’ll use basic hand-building techniques in clay to render forms that express the function of the creature’s capabilities. Acrylic paint or ceramic underglazes will be used […]

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Art in the Garden (Ages 7–8)- New!

January 28, 2019

Mindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening, what you’re doing, and the space you’re moving through. We’ll explore how combining art and nature can help you be more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!

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Clay Zoo (Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Create zoo animals and animal pots out of clay. Use pinching, slab construction and coil-building techniques to make the animals’ features and forms. Create vases shaped like fish, bird pitchers and more. Together, we’ll create a clay zoo!

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Clay Zoo (Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Create zoo animals and animal pots out of clay. Use pinching, slab construction and coil-building techniques to make the animals’ features and forms. Create vases shaped like fish, bird pitchers and more. Together, we’ll create a clay zoo!

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Clay Creations (Ages 7–8)- New!

January 28, 2019

Calling all young ceramiacists! Use hand building and learn basic clay skills like coiling, pinch pots and slabs to create one-of-a-kind objects from your imagination. Throughout the week, we’ll create different projects with air dry clay which can be taken home as soon as they’re finished.

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Clay Creations (Ages 7–8)- New!

January 28, 2019

Calling all young ceramiacists! Use hand building and learn basic clay skills like coiling, pinch pots and slabs to create one-of-a-kind objects from your imagination. Throughout the week, we’ll create different projects with air dry clay which can be taken home as soon as they’re finished.

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Animation (Ages 11–12)

January 27, 2019

Jump into the world of stop-motion animation. Work with drawings, paper cut-outs, and clay. Learn the steps required to produce 2-D and 3-D animation sequences and bring inanimate subjects to life.

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Hand Building with Clay (Ages 9–10)

January 27, 2019

Learn a variety of ceramic hand building techniques such as pinch pots, coil and slab building. You’ll learn to create functional vessels and creative sculptural objects!

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Wheel Throwing C (Ages 13–14)

January 27, 2019

Learn the basics of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. This extended, two-week-long clay class offers more time to practice on the wheel and more opportunities to complete projects. Create handmade functional pottery, experiment with various glazes and learn about safety in the ceramics studio.

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Creating a Clay Zoo (Ages 7–8)

January 25, 2019

Create zoo animals and animal pots out of clay. Use pinching, slab construction and coil-building techniques to make the animals’ features and forms. Create vases shaped like fish, bird pitchers and more. Together, we’ll create a clay zoo!

read more

Pinch Pot Pokémon (Ages 7–8)- New!

January 25, 2019

Pokémon and monsters and imaginary friends, oh my! This clay class will introduce hand-building techniques such as pinching and coiling. Students will discuss animal characteristics and learn to sculpt real and imaginary creatures in their natural habitat. Walk away with two-three sculpted creatures!

read more

Hand Building with Clay (Ages 9–10)

January 24, 2019

Learn a variety of ceramic hand building techniques such as pinch pots, coil and slab building. You’ll learn to create functional vessels and creative sculptural objects!

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Wheel Throwing B (Ages 13–14)

January 24, 2019

Learn the basics of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. This extended, two-week-long clay class offers more time to practice on the wheel and more opportunities to complete projects. Create handmade functional pottery, experiment with various glazes and learn about safety in the ceramics studio.

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Wheel Throwing A (Ages 11–12)

January 24, 2019

Learn the basics of wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. This extended, two-week-long clay class offers more time to practice on the wheel and more opportunities to complete projects. Create handmade functional pottery, experiment with various glazes and learn about safety in the ceramics studio.

read more

Fantastical Clay Creatures (Ages 7–8)

January 24, 2019

Imagine and create fictional creatures in clay. Develop characters through an exploration of capabilities drawn from the natural world, combining properties or attributes from real organisms into fictional hybrids. You’ll use basic hand-building techniques in clay to render forms that express the function of the creature’s capabilities. Acrylic paint or ceramic underglazes will be used […]

read more

Animation (Ages 9–10)

January 24, 2019

Jump into the world of stop-motion animation. Work with drawings, paper cut-outs, and clay. Learn the steps required to produce 2-D and 3-D animation sequences and bring inanimate subjects to life.

read more

Art in the Garden (Ages 7–8) – New!

January 24, 2019

Mindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening, what you’re doing, and the space you’re moving through. We’ll explore how combining art and nature can help you be more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!

read more

Intermediate Hand-Building

January 16, 2019

Learn new hand-building forms and construction methods, including slab–built forms and textured slabs. We’ll explore mold making and learn how to use personalized, slump molds to create a set of platters or dishes. We’ll also cover hollow wall construction, using tar paper supports and unique glazing techniques.

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

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Family Studio Program

January 15, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more

Family Studio Program

January 15, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more

Family Studio Program

January 15, 2019

Come and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. Drop in for one session or buy a discounted package that includes […]

read more