Pottery
FRIDAY FIRE, FUN with CLAY
FRIDAY EVENINGS
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
March 28 - Lisa Filer
Turtles, Turtles, Turtles
April 11 - Lisa Filer April 25 - Lisa Filer May 9 - Lisa Filer
May 23 - Lisa Filer
Who is this class for? Anyone who wants to work with clay and have a unique and fun night out.
What is it? Come spend a few hours creating your own piece of pottery. Students will be taught a project step by step and create their own original project. This class is relaxed and timed to complete a project. Completed pieces will be fired and glazed and ready for pickup in approximately 3 weeks. The instructor will contact students when they are done.
Note: Each class is unique and different projects are offered each session.
Cost: $40 GVA Member / $46 Non-Member
No experience required. All materials included.
Turtles, Turtles, Turtles
BEGINNING WHEEL
SOLD OUT!
SATURDAYS (8 Weeks)
9:30 a.m to noon
April 5, 12, 19, 26 &
May 3, 10, 17, and 31
Note: no class May 24
Who is this class for? Anyone who wants to learn the basics of the pottery wheel in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
What is it? Instructions include preparing clay for throwing on the wheel, reworking clay after unsuccessful attempts (yes, it happens), and trimming a nice foot on the bottom. Cycles and technicalities of a clay piece will be discussed. Glazing instructions and proper handling of bisque ware, waxing, glazing, and cleanup are also included.
Note: Students work at their own pace with individual attention from the instructor. Bring an old towel and a pottery starter kit.
Ages: 16+. Only 5 seats available, so sign up now!
Cost: $250 GVA Member / $295 Non-Member
POTTERY HANDBUILDING EVENINGS
THURSDAY EVENINGS
Evenings 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Session 2: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 - CLOSED
Session 3: April 10, 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Filer
Who is this class for? Anyone interested in making pottery and working with clay. Students will be offered projects they can complete each week. Students will be introduced to a variety of handbuilding techniques. Students will also glaze and paint their pieces for multiple finished works. Students are also welcome to come in with their own ideas as approved by the instructor. A teacher is in class to help and teach each week.
Note about working on the wheel: Although this is not a wheel class, wheels are available to work on if a student has experience setting and cleaning up, making, cleaning and finishing their own pieces. No wheel instruction will be offered.
Ages: 13+
COST: $195 GVA Member / $225 Non-Member
Fee covers 6 classes. Clay is sold separately for $35 plus tax, which includes both glazing and firing.
Don't forget to add clay. The price of clay includes glazing and firing.
POTTERY HANDBUILDING
MORNINGS
Tuesday Mornings
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
April 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13
INSTRUCTOR: Deborah Karwisch
Who is this class for? Anyone interested in making pottery and working with clay. Students will be offered projects they can complete each week. Students will be introduced to a variety of handbuilding techniques. Students will also glaze and paint their pieces for multiple finished works. Students are also welcome to come in with their own ideas as approved by the instructor. A teacher is in class to help and teach each week.
No access to the wheel and no wheel instruction will be offered.
Ages: 13+
COST: $195 GVA Member / $225 Non-Member
Fee covers 6 classes. Clay is sold separately for $35 plus tax, which includes both glazing and firing.
Do not buy clay in advance. Deborah will speak to you about buying clay in the first class.
CLASSES FOR ADULTS
Click here for additional class offerings that are primarily for adults.
Youth artists ages 13 and up may participate in adult classes.
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