This class begins on Monday, August 18th, and the last class is on October 6th.
Introduction to handbuilding with a focus on sculpture. Students will learn the basics of working with clay off the wheel and will learn handbuilding methods such as coil building and slab work. Demonstrations will be given in sculpture techniques. The classes will also go over different types of surface decoration using slips and glazes. This is a suitable class for beginners and anyone looking to further an exploration in handbuilding, all levels are welcome.
What you get:
Eight weeks of classes, meeting for three hours each week
One bag of clay (additional clay available for purchase)
Access to 45+ hours per week of open studio time to practice
Personal shelf (2' x 4') to store pots, clay, tools, etc.
Use of our glazes and underglazes
Use of the community tools and equipment
This class begins on Monday, August 18th, and the last class is on October 6th.
Introduction to handbuilding with a focus on sculpture. Students will learn the basics of working with clay off the wheel and will learn handbuilding methods such as coil building and slab work. Demonstrations will be given in sculpture techniques. The classes will also go over different types of surface decoration using slips and glazes. This is a suitable class for beginners and anyone looking to further an exploration in handbuilding, all levels are welcome.
What you get:
Eight weeks of classes, meeting for three hours each week
One bag of clay (additional clay available for purchase)
Access to 45+ hours per week of open studio time to practice
Personal shelf (2' x 4') to store pots, clay, tools, etc.
Use of our glazes and underglazes
Use of the community tools and equipment