Handbuilding Clay Class: 7 weeks (Jan 13th-Feb 24th) 630pm-9pm
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About this Event
Classes cover basic and advanced hand-building along with decorative techniques, and is appropriate for ages 14 and up! This class allow intermediate and advanced students the opportunity to pursue their interests with guidance if needed. Classes are limited in space to maximize personal attention. Options are available for unlimited studio time and more clay.
The class includes everything you need to start making pottery: group instruction, a 25lb bag of clay, tools, glazes, storage, and firings. Classes are appropriate for beginners through advanced ceramists. All firing and finishing costs are included in price.
This is a 7 session course and will take place once a week every Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Class begins January 13th and will be completed February 24th.
There will be no makeup classes for inclement weather
Instructor for class: Lauren Gagnon
We'll be making some unique kitchen tools this session! Here is a loose schedule of projects:
Week 1- Graters & pistachio dishes
2- Mortar and pestle & dry goods scoop
3- Soap dishes & spoon rests
4- Juicers & salt dish
5- Cake plate/display stands
6- Sgraffito and Mishima surface design techniques
7-Glazing; wax resists, drip and interactive glazing
We are also very open to suggestions and self directed projects! This will act as a basis for each class!