Join us this holiday season for some festive clay making projects! Instead of attending a public class, you and your friends and family can book your own time slot with ceramic instructor Missy Hitch. Build a gnome family, a nativity scene, or create some unique ornaments to add to your tree.
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Wheel Throwing 1
Instruction will include students’ skills in the areas of general properties of clay, throwing on the wheel, and glazing. This is a class that will allow you to get your hands dirty, make mistakes, and get the feel of the wheel. No previous experience in clay is needed for this class. Upon completing this class, students are eligible for instructional open studio time.
Nativity Scene Pottery Workshop
Come join us for this special workshop and create a family heirloom that will be enjoyed for years to come! Instructor Missy Hitch will guide you in creating a simple and unique clay nativity set using basic hand-building techniques. You will build your scene on the first day of the workshop and glaze your pieces on the second day.
Advanced Pottery with Buck Dollarhide
Throwing, Trimming, and Glazing a Lidded Vessel
This class is designed for students with previous wheel experience. The first part of each class will be in a demonstration format. Buck will throw and trim a lidded vessel while sharing his best tips and tricks. The second part of each class will be "hands on," with Buck available to answer questions and provide individual help as students work on their own vessel. The last class will be set aside for students to glaze their finished pieces, with Buck offering recommendations for the best results.
This class is designed for students with previous wheel experience. The first part of each class will be in a demonstration format. Buck will throw and trim a lidded vessel while sharing his best tips and tricks. The second part of each class will be "hands on," with Buck available to answer questions and provide individual help as students work on their own vessel. The last class will be set aside for students to glaze their finished pieces, with Buck offering recommendations for the best results.
Wheel Throwing 2
Introduction to Wheel Throwing 2 will offer the continued practice of centering and creating a cylinder vessel. Demonstration and discussion on advanced surface decoration and glazing techniques will also be covered. Students should have previously taken the Introduction to Wheel Throwing 1 to participate in this class. During this class, students are eligible for instructional open studio time.