Summer Session: 8 week Intermediate & Independent Study: June 15th-August 3rd

With Jaime Bliss on Monday Evenings 5:30-8:30pm

This 8-week course is designed for potters who are comfortable with the basics of wheel throwing and handbuilding. If you can consistently center clay, throw a cylinder, and have a good understanding of the firing process, this is the perfect class to take your work to the next level.

This is a combo class.  For those students looking for more in-depth instruction, we will work together on projects such as:

• Throwing larger forms: Learn how to throw bigger pieces by working with more clay or joining sections together.
• Lidded pots: Learn the art of creating multi-part pieces with perfectly fitted lids.
• Throwing off the hump: Explore throwing multiple pieces of pottery from one mound of clay.  
• Surface decoration:  Dive into a variety of decorative techniques, including sgraffito, carving and adding decorative elements.

For those who are ready for the next level, have projects of their own in mind, yet still need some instruction on how to make it work, this class is also for you! Come with your ideas, and the instructor will help guide you to make it happen!

Through a mix of demonstrations, guided practice, and personalized feedback, you will gain the confidence to tackle more challenging projects and develop a deeper understanding of your craft. Come join a supportive community of fellow potters and push the boundaries of what you can create. 

Details

The class runs for eight weeks, 3 hours per week.  Please note, there are no make-ups for missed classes.  However, as a student, you are encouraged to come in during open studio hours (which are included in the price of the class) and practice what you have learned.

This class Includes

       Pottery Notebook to keep track of your creations

       Class shelves to keep wet work in between classes

       Use of all community studio tools

       Use of all community glazes

       Extra studio time during open studio hours

What you will need to purchase/bring separately

Please bring towels and/or apron to help keep yourself clean!

Clay! You can choose out of several types of clay.

The purchase of clay includes all firings.  Please note, only clay purchased in the studio may be used.