CERAMICS
Ceramics offerings for spring and summer have been designed to provide an easy transition between semesters. Students who register for classes in both semesters may work until the end of the spring semester and then pick up where they left off at the beginning of the summer semester. Pottery production is usually stopped two weeks before the end of each semester.
Hot Date Night: Ceramics (323)
Tom Richards and Julie Devers, Studios 3 and 5Friday, Feb. 14, 6:30- 9:30 pm
$75/Members: $55, (per couple)
Bring your special someone and experience working on the potter s wheel. We ll turn up the heat with a Raku firing that will produce a piece to take home. It s the perfect opportunity to have creative time together, while learning something new. Couples can bring their own beverages and snacks.
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Beginning Ceramics (338)
Brian Hirt, Studio 7Tuesdays, April 14 - May 19
6:30 - 9 pm/6weeks
$185/Members: $165
Beginning students will learn a variety of clay-forming techniques. Coiling, pinching, and slab-building will be demonstrated, along with an introduction to the wheel. Students will also learn glazing. Raku and Cone 10 firings are available.
Beginning Potter’s Wheel
Prerequisite: Beginning Ceramics
This class would be beneficial for students who are new to the Potter s Wheel and would like to develop their throwing skills. Students will be given instruction for centering clay on the wheel. Through demonstration and discussion, students will be taught basic forms such as cylinders, cups, bowls, and plates. Instruction using the studio glazes and slips will highlight your thrown pots.
Beginning Potter's Wheel (339)
Julia Whitney Brown, Studio 7Thursdays, April 16 - May 21
1 - 3:30 pm/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Beginning Potter's Wheel (340)
Susan McHenry, Studio 7Wednesdays, April 15 - May 20
6:30 - 9pm/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Potter's Wheel/Intermediate and Advanced
Prerequisite: Beginning Potter s Wheel
Through demonstration and discussion, this hands-on class for the intermediate to advanced potter will refine and further develop wheel-throwing skills. Trimming and wall development will be emphasized while creating cups, bottle and vase forms, and bowls. Cone 10 stoneware, porcelain and raku firings will be offered.
Potter's Wheel/Intermediate and Advanced (345)
Tom Richards, Studio 5Thursdays, April 16 - May 21
6:30 - 9 pm /6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Potter's Wheel/Intermediate and Advanced (344)
Wyatt Lane, Studio 5Tuesdays, April 14 - May 19
1:15 - 3:45 pm/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Raku (347)
Brian Hirt, Studio 5Wednesdays, April 15 - May 20
1 - 3:30 pm/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Prerequisite: Beginning Ceramics
We will experiment with, explore and test new glazes, firing possibilities, and post firing possibilities Student will learn to master the raku techniques!
Mud in the Morning (341)
Julie Devers, Studio 5Wednesdays, April 15 - May 20
9:30 - Noon/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Prerequisite: Beginning Ceramics
This class is for students who want a creative start to their day. Beginning through advanced wheel throwing techniques will be demonstrated. Students will also learn surface treatment and decoration. Students will participate in class discussions about their work. Cone 10 stoneware and raku firings are available
Anagama (342)
Julie Devers, Studio 5Tuesdays, April 14 - May 19
6:30 - 9 pm/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Prerequisite: Intermediate Potter's wheel or equivalent
Discover the magic of wood fired ceramics and achieve results unique to the anagama kiln. This two-session offering will culminate in the 20th anniversary firing of the KNAS anagama kiln this fall. Over four days, students will participate in all aspects of the loading and unloading, stoking the kiln in shifts and wood preparation. Register for a single session or both. Contact Julie for more specific details.
Surface Treatments for Red Earthenware, Part1 (343)
Amy Hudson, Studio 5Thursdays, April 16 - May 21
9:30 - noon/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Prerequisite: Beginning ceramics
This class will focus on surface treatments for red earthenware. Explore techniques with colored slips and terra sigillata, brushwork, and paper resist. Learn various ways to incorporate texture on the surface of their work. This class will be beneficial for students who are new to red earthenware and want to learn about the various surface treatments that compliment the clay.
Building a Salt Kiln (346)
Chad Bagge, Studio 5Wednesdays, April 15 - May 20
6:30 - 9 pm/6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Prerequisite: Beginning Ceramics
Learn about all of the materials, design and details as we build a new salt kiln together as a class. The class will culminate in the firing of the kiln. Don't miss this unique opportunity.
Flower Bricks (348)
Lindsay Hayosh, Studio 7Thursdays, April 16 - May 21
6:30 - 9 pm 6 weeks
$185/Members: $165
Prerequisite: Beginning Ceramics
This class will focus on a contemporary interpretation of the historical flower brick. We will explore different construction methods to create our own functional yet sculptural pieces, all in time to display the long awaited blooms of spring!