• Clay classes for children and teens are listed on the children's page
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• Clay costs $30/25lbs, and includes glazes and firings.
• Students participating in a current session class have access to the studio outside of class times. you can download a pdf of these monitor times and theyare posted in the studio. They vary from session to session.

A Fresh Look at Hand Built Tableware

Holly Walker

Saturday & Sunday, 1-4pm

June 7 & 8. 2 sessions, 6 hrs

Tuition: $130 ($120*)

Materials fee: $15 for 12lbs of clay

Create hand built tableware from the quiet to the eccentric, from clunkware to the ephemeral. In this 6-hour workshop, you will explore how to pinch up layers of rolled coils to build form, and learn a variety of slip decorating techniques that synchronize surface to form. Some clay experience recommended.

Introduction to the Potter’s Wheel

Nathan Webb

March 31-May 19. 8 sessions, 24 hrs

Tuition: $265 ($255*)

June 2-July 14 (skip June 23). 6 sessions, 18 hrs

July 21-August 25. 6 sessions, 18 hrs

Tuition: $200 (190*)

Materials fee: $30 for 25lbs of clay

In this beginner’s class you will learn the basics of using the potter’s wheel. Glazing and slip decoration methods will also be discussed as you create finished pieces to bring home. We suggested that you take this class two or three times before proceeding to the intermediate classes. Tuition inlcudes a basic tool kit. Wear old clothes and bring a towel and notebook to class.

Loosen Up

Karin Rothwell

Tuesdays, 9.30am-12.30pm

April 1-May 27 (skip April 15). 8 sessions, 24 hrs

Tuition: $265 ($255*)

Materials fee: $30 for 25lbs of clay

If you feel stuck in a rut or are just generally uninspired by traditional round forms, this class promises to look at the way things go together in new ways. You will have the opportunity to delve into the endless possibilities offered by composite vessels. As we look at historical forms, we will put pieces together in unique ways to create work unlike any seen before. Be prepared to shake-up your style, whether on the wheel or hand-built. Bring a journal.

Tuesdays, 6-9pm

April 1-May 27, (skip April 15). 8 sessions, 24 hrs

Tuition: $265 ($255*). Materials fee: $30 for 25lbs of clay

Throwing in the

Cardew Tradition

Ara Cardew

Wednesdays, 6-9pm

April 2-May 28 (skip April 16). 8 sessions, 24 hrs

Tuition: $265 ($255*)

June 4-July 16, (skip June 25). 6 sessions, 18 hrs

July 23-August 27. 6 sessions, 18 hrs

Tuition: $200 (190*)

Materials fee: $30 for 25lbs of clay

As a ceramics student with some experience working on the potter’s wheel, you will concentrate on forming, turning, pulling handles, and assembling unusual pieces. You will also explore decorating techniques inspired by the rich history of English slipware, African sgraffito and Japanese-style brushwork.

Of and About Flowers

Sarah Heimann

Tuesdays, 6-9pm

June 3-July 15 (skip June 24). 6 sessions, 18 hrs

Tuition: $200 (190*)

Materials fee: $30 for 25lbs of clay

Summer's here and flowers abound. You will spend the class making all sorts of pots for plants—from the bouquet to the single blossom. The class is suitable for beginners as well as experienced ceramicists.