Adult Classes

Adults 18+

Adult Pottery I

5 week session: $225
New session begins: February 19
Mondays 6:30-8:30pm

  • This level is a basic introductory class for beginners and those who would like a refresher on building with clay. Students will make handbuilt projects using various techniques. Throwing on the wheel will be introduced during week 3. Supervised open studio time is included and to be scheduled with the instructor for practice of skills. Simple glazing will be used, slip will be an option. Finished projects will be stoneware (microwave/dishwasher safe). Projects to be picked up as scheduled, any projects not collected within 2 weeks will be donated. Class level may be repeated as desired.

Adult Pottery II

5 week session: $225

  • This class will focus on developing and refining individual techniques for handbuilding and wheel throwing. Lessons are mostly initiated by the student and guided by the instructor. Glazing styles and skills will be explored to create unique works of art. Open studio time is included, sign up for time slots during class. Finished projects will be stoneware (microwave/dishwasher safe). Projects to be picked up as scheduled, any projects not collected within 2 weeks will be donated. Class level may be repeated as desired.

Glazing Techniques

5 week session: $175

  • Through discussion and practice students will learn techniques for glazing bisque-ware. Slips, underglazes and high fire glazes will be used. During the first class students will create simple slab pieces for use during the following classes. Slip will be applied to some of the raw clay designs.

Hand-building

5 week session: $225

  • Beyond pinch pots and coils, though these will be included. Class will explore using the slab roller and extruder to make functional and decorative pieces. One bag of clay and open studio time is included and to be scheduled with the instructor. Finished products will be stoneware. Projects to be picked up as scheduled. Any projects not picked up within two weeks will be donated. Class level may be repeated as desired.

Pinch Pot Sculpting

5 week session: $150

  • Learn how to make sculptures with a pinch pot base. Add details to your sculpture using more pinch pots, coils, slab bits or carving. Clay and tools provided by instructor. Open studio time is included in class fee.

Couples Class

4 week session: $200
Mondays: 7-8:30pm

  • (For two Adults 21+, wine will be served)

    You and your partner will work together to create each project. Teamwork and communication are necessary for production. All projects will be handbuilt through cooperation and discussion. Slips and glazes will be used to add color and finish the projects. Finished projects will be stoneware (microwave/dishwasher safe). Projects to be picked up as scheduled, any projects not collected within 2 weeks will be donated.

Wheel I

5 week session: $275

  • Wheel I is a beginning and refresher class for throwing on a wheel. Students will learn centering and trimming techniques while creating bowls and pots. One bag of clay and open studio time is included for practice of skills learned during class, sign up for time slots with your instructor. Finished projects will be stoneware (microwave/dishwasher safe). Projects to be picked up as scheduled, any projects not collected within 2 weeks will be donated. Class level may be repeated as desired.

Extruder Class

5 week session: $275

  • Extruded clay (extruder is like a cookie or play-dough press) will be used to make pots, bowls and decorations. Projects to be picked up as scheduled. Any projects not picked up within two weeks will be donated. Class level may be repeated as desired.