{"product_id":"monday-evenings-8-week-combo-class-intermediate-independent-study","title":"Summer Session: 8 week Intermediate \u0026 Independent Study: June 15th-August 3rd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith Jaime Bliss on Monday Evenings 5:30-8:30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a combo class. \u003c\/strong\u003e For those students looking for more in-depth instruction, we will work together on projects such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"_listitem_1tncs_69\" value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"_bold_1tncs_10\"\u003eThrowing larger forms:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn how to throw bigger pieces by working with more clay or joining sections together.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"_bold_1tncs_10\"\u003eLidded pots: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_bold_1tncs_10\"\u003eLearn the art of creating multi-part pieces with perfectly fitted lids.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_bold_1tncs_10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrowing off the hump: \u003c\/strong\u003eExplore throwing multiple pieces of pottery from one mound of clay.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface decoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Dive into a variety of decorative techniques, including sgraffito, carving and adding decorative elements.\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor 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!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe class runs for eight weeks, 3\u003cspan\u003e hours per week.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note, there are no make-ups for missed classes. \u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis class Includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Pottery Notebook to keep track of your creations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Class shelves to keep wet work in between classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Use of all community studio tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Use of all community glazes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e       Extra studio time during open studio hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will need to purchase\/bring separately\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlease bring towels and\/or apron to help keep yourself clean!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eClay! You can choose out of several types of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/blisspotteryhouse.com\/collections\/clay\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclay\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe purchase of clay includes all firings.  Please note, only clay purchased in the studio may be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bliss Pottery House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44050935152683,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/4803\/3579\/files\/DateNightonthewheel.jpg?v=1754686940","url":"https:\/\/blisspotteryhouse.com\/products\/monday-evenings-8-week-combo-class-intermediate-independent-study","provider":"Bliss Pottery House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}