Adult Classes
We offer classes in handbuilding, wheel throwing and skill building in small group settings. All clay classes come with a 25lb bag of clay. Enrolled students can sign up for Labs for additional studio time beyond class sessions. Registration is required for Labs.
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go wide! Plates, platters & other low wide forms
(Intermediate wheel) with Kate Bevington
Sundays, 4:00-6:30PM
6 week session: April 21st-May 26th
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Sundays: 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26*
*The final class will be a review and discussion class lasting 1 hour. All other classes are 2 ½ hours each.
This 6-week class is designed for intermediate potters and will focus on making wheel-thrown and slab forms that are low and wide. Demonstrations will include making plates and platters, wide bowls, pie dishes, and split forms like chip-and-dips. Each demo will be followed with plenty of time to practice with individual help as needed. Tips on trimming and glazing will be included.
Recommended to bring: A hand or dish towel and/or an apron.
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Tuition: $300
Refund policy: Full refund a week+ before the start of the class. 50% refund 3-7 days before the class begins. No refund within 72 hours of the first class.
Contact Kate at kbevington5@gmail.com for more information, questions, or to sign up.
Dinnerware 101
(Beginner/Advanced Beginner Wheel) with Christie Goodfellow
Mondays, 6:00-8:30PM
8 week session: May 20th-July 15th (no class 5/27)
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Mondays: 5/20, 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15
For ages 16 and older.
Learn how to throw on the potter's wheel, or reinforce your wheel-throwing skills, while exploring basic dinnerware forms. We will concentrate on centering, pulling, and shaping techniques while learning how to make cups, bowls, and plates with the goal of creating a 3-piece place setting. An introduction to glazing will also be covered.
25lbs of clay is provided. Towels and aprons encouraged.
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Tuition: $400
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Full refund with 2+ weeks notice before class start date. 50% 7–14 days before start of class. No refund within the week before start of class session
Email Christie Goodfellow, info@cg-ceramics.com to register!
Beginner wheel
with Gretchen Gobble
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:30PM
Spring 8-week session: May 7th-May 25th
Summer 8-week session: July 9th-August 27th
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Spring Session-Tuesdays: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25*
Summer Session-Tuesdays: 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27*
*Last class will be 1 hour to gather and discuss finished projects.
For ages 16 and older.
This 8-week course will provide introductory exposure to, and skill building in the art of wheel throwing. Students will learn the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel through creating functional, unique and personal pieces. Focus is on centering and throwing basic forms for students with little to no prior pottery experience.
25lb bag of clay is provided. Towel and Apron encouraged.
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Tuition: $400
Cancellation/Refund policy: Full refund a week+ before the start of the class. 50% refund 3-7 days before the class begins. No refund within 72 hours of the first class.
*Email: ggobbleclayclass@gmail.com to register
*Emails will be received/replied via Gretchen
beginning Handbuilding
with Betsy Gram
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30PM
8 week session: May 1st-June 19th
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Wednesdays: 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19
For ages 16 and older.
Whether you are just starting to explore clay as a medium or hoping to diversify your existing clay skills, Beginning Handbuilding has a lot to offer. In this 8 week class, we will explore multiple handbuilding techniques (such as slab work, coil building, and pinch pots) as we learn to handbuild various functional forms. We will practice adding our own personal touches to our work through different surface treatments including texturing, underglazing, and glazing. Join us for the fun, the inspiration, and the community!
Please contact the instructor before the first class to inform them of any student with special needs and to determine if the student needs to be accompanied by an assistant or support person for the classes.
25lb bag of clay is provided. Towel and Apron encouraged.
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Tuition: $370
(sliding scale available, please contact instructor)
Refund policy: Partial refunds will be available 72 hours or more before the beginning of the class. Refunds will not be available within 72 hours of the beginning of the class.
To register, email Betsy @ betsybee1@gmail.com
Wheel 101
(Beginner/Intermediate Wheel) with Gina Inzinna
Thursdays, 6:00-8:30PM
8 weeks: May 9th-June 27th
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Thursdays: 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
This 8 week class is designed for anyone new to throwing on the potter's wheel, those wishing to polish up on rusty skills or as a follow up to any other beginner wheel class. Gina will overview the entire wheel throwing process with hands-on demonstrations in each class. From clay preparation and centering, through throwing, trimming and glazing- students cover all the basics and more, such as handles and decorative carving. We will focus on bowls and cylinders, which are the building blocks of all wheel work! There will be plenty of time for one on one Q&A, assistance, and individualized demonstrations. Gina is a very thorough and encouraging teacher, and love to see students progress!
This class gets you in the studio for weekly instruction, as well as access to 3 practice lab sessions per week, especially designed for enrolled students. Pre-registration required for labs.
The final class will be a review and discussion lasting only 1 ½ hours. All other classes are 2 ½ hours each.
For ages 16 and older.
Cancellation Policy: 72- hour before class partial refund, no refund within 72 hours of class starting.
Please contact the instructor before the first class to inform them of any student with special needs and to determine if the student needs to be accompanied by an assistant or support person for the classes.
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Tuition: $450
Cancellation Policy: 72- hour before class partial refund, no refund within 72 hours of class starting.
Email ginabeena23@gmail.com to register!
beginner wheel
with Gretchen Gobble
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:30PM
8 week session: July 9th-August 27th
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Tuesdays: 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27*
*Last class will be one hour to gather and discuss finished products.
For ages 16 and older.
This 8-week course will provide introductory exposure to, and skill building in the art of wheel throwing. Students will learn the basic skills of throwing on the potter’s wheel through creating functional, unique and personal pieces. Focus is on centering and throwing basic forms for students with little to no prior pottery experience.
25lb bag of clay is provided. Towel and Apron encouraged.
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Tuition: $400
Refund policy: Full refund a week+ before the start of the class. 50% refund 3-7 days before the class begins. No refund within 72 hours of the first class.
To register, email: ggobbleclayclass@gmail.com
*Emails will be received/replied via Gretchen
beginner wheel
with Kate Bevington
Sundays, 4:00-6:30PM
6 week session: June 9th-July 14th
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Sundays: 6/9, 6/16, 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14*
*The final class will be a review and discussion class lasting only 1 hour, in which we will share our finished work and celebrate our accomplishments. All other classes are 2 ½ hours each.
This 6-session course is designed for anyone new to throwing on the potter’s wheel. Kate will cover an overview of the entire wheel-throwing process from centering & throwing through trimming & glazing. The class will begin with cylinder shapes, including vases, cups & planters, and move on to bowls and wider shapes. Each class will include demonstrations as well as plenty of time to practice, with flexibility to address any specific questions and interests that arise, such as making handles or adding surface decoration.
In addition to the weekly class, registration in this course gives you access to 3 practice Lab sessions per week. Pre-registration required for Labs.
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Tuition: $300
(includes clay, tools, shelf space, glazes and firing)
Refund policy: Full refund a week+ before the start of the class. 50% refund 3-7 days before the class begins. No refund within 72 hours of the first class.
Contact Kate at kbevington5@gmail.com for more information, questions, or to sign up.
