8 Week Intro to Hand Building Ceramics Jan 13th - March 3rd
Join Rachel for an 8 week intro to Hand Building Ceramics class! Class will meet every Tuesdays 5-8pm for 8 weeks starting January 13th. Registration includes 25lbs of clay, unlimited reclaim, 3 hours of studio access/week (open studio hours are 6am-12am 7 days a week), access to underglaze, glaze, and everything else you need to start (or continue) your ceramic journey.
Discover the versatile art of hand-building in this comprehensive 8-week course, perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills. This class is designed to provide a strong foundation in creating functional and sculptural ceramic pieces without a potter's wheel.
Over eight weeks, you will learn and practice fundamental techniques including:
- Pinching to create forms like bowls and cups.
- Slab construction to build geometric or architectural forms like plates, boxes, or tiles.
- Coiling building techniques to make bowls or pots
- Joining techniques to ensure structural integrity.
- Surface decoration methods such as texturing and carving carving
- Glazing and firing basics to achieve a professional finish on your completed work.
Each session will feature a demonstration followed by hands-on studio time with guidance from the instructor.
Details:
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Skill Level: All levels welcome; no prior experience necessary
- Materials: Includes 25lbs of clay and all tools needed. Feel free to bring your on favorite tools if you have them.
- What to Bring: Clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Optional: apron.