Dive into the world of pottery with our Beginning Wheel Throwing class! This hands-on workshop is perfect for those new to the pottery wheel or looking to refine their basic skills. Under the guidance of a professional ceramic artist, you’ll learn the essential techniques of centering clay, pulling walls, and shaping simple forms.
Introduction to Handbuilding - February
In this course, students explore the basic physical properties of clay by practicing a variety of hand-forming techniques used to create functional objects. Hand-forming techniques will include pinch pottery, slab and coil building, mold slumping, and texturizing surfaces. The objective of this class is not to make pieces to take home, but rather to learn what is possible and give students a chance to get their hands dirty and feel what it's like to work with clay. No previous experience with clay is needed for this class. This class is a prerequisite to attend open studio.
February Wheel II: Building on the Fundamentals
Take your pottery skills to the next level with Wheel Throwing II! This class is designed for those who have completed our Beginning Wheel Throwing class or have basic experience on the pottery wheel. Under the guidance of a professional ceramic artist, you’ll deepen your understanding of the techniques learned in Wheel One, with a focus on refining your forms and exploring more complex shapes.
January Open Studio
The goal of Open Studio is for students to work freely on their own projects within a flexible schedule. Open Studio is open to students that have completed Wheel 1 or Handbuilding. During these hours students may come in and work. This is not a led class, but a working studio where questions can be addressed to instructors and peers. We hope to create an environment where students can experiment and get creative while having a community of support!
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February Open Studio
The goal of Open Studio is for students to work freely on their own projects within a flexible schedule. Open Studio is open to students that have completed Wheel 1 or Handbuilding. During these hours students may come in and work. This is not a led class, but a working studio where questions can be addressed to instructors and peers. We hope to create an environment where students can experiment and get creative while having a community of support!
Times and dates are subject to change. Students can come to any or all time slots. Please note to have your space cleaned up by 8pm as the center closes at 8pm.
Students who have completed an introductory class may participate in Open Studio. Open Studio participants pay a monthly fee of $85, which includes the use of half a baker's rack to store their items. They may also pay an additional $10.00 monthly for a locker, if available. The monthly studio rate includes access on Monday evenings from 6 PM to 9 PM. If you are no longer participating in the monthly open studio, please ensure your shelf and locker are cleaned out by the 5th of the following month, or you will be charged for that month. All shelves and lockers will be cleaned out after the 5th. Any items left behind will become the property of the studio.
No outside clay, bisque, or glazed pieces are allowed, nor do we allow clay to be taken out of the studio and brought back in to fire, etc. This is very important as damage to equipment can occur.
Please refer back to Student Information sheet on cleaning policies.
Open Studio hours:
Mondays, 6:00-9:00
Tuesdays, 12:30pm -8:00 PM
Wednesdays, 12:30pm - 8:00 PM
Thursdays, 12:30pm - 8:00 PM
Fridays, 10:30am - 3:30pm
Saturdays, 10:30am - 3:30pm
Tuition $85.00 monthly, plus the cost of clay.
Ages
15+
Clay is not provided but may be purchased for $1.50 a pound (sold in 25 lbs bags).
Students will need to bring their own hairdryer, towel, and tools.
We do provide studio glazes made by instructors. No outside clay will be allowed. If bringing in commercial glazes, they need to be cone 5 and an instructor or PAC staff will need to sign off before using.
We do provide studio glazes made by instructors. No outside clay will be allowed. If bringing in commercial glazes, they need to be cone 5 and an instructor or PAC staff will need to sign off before using.
Please refer to the Student Information Sheet for more details.
or call 405-744-1535
Introduction to Handbuilding - January
In this course, students explore the basic physical properties of clay by practicing a variety of hand-forming techniques used to create functional objects. Hand-forming techniques will include pinch pottery, slab and coil building, mold slumping, and texturizing surfaces. The objective of this class is not to make pieces to take home, but rather to learn what is possible and give students a chance to get their hands dirty and feel what it's like to work with clay. No previous experience with clay is needed for this class. This class is a prerequisite to attend open studio.