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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Skill building for wheel throwing
(Intermediate Wheel) with Christie Goodfellow
Mondays, 6:00-8:30PM
12 week session: January 13th- March 31st
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Add tools to your wheel-throwing toolbox! During this 12-week class session we’ll explore techniques in advanced shaping, altering thrown forms, working with larger amounts of clay, and creating complex pieces by combining multiple thrown elements.
Each topic will be covered over the course of a couple of weeks, with demonstrations that include both planned lessons and student-requested topics.
Participants should anticipate purchasing 1–2 bags of additional clay during the session, and plan to spend a few hours each month outside of class collecting inspiration, attending a lab/working independently during membership hours or in their own studio, etc).
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Tuition: $600
Materials Fee: $30 for two bats. We provide first bag of clay.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Full refund with 2+ weeks notice before class start date. 50% refund 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, 6:00-8:00PM
Session 1: January 7th- February 25th- FULL
Session 2: March 4th- April 29th (no class April 15th)
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For ages 16 and older.
The 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.
One 25lb bag of clay is provided. Towel and Apron encouraged.
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Tuition: $400 per session
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
Handbuilding
with Betsy Gram
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30PM
Session 1: January 8th- March 5th (no class Feb. 19th)
Session 2: March 19th- May 14th (no class April 16th)
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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.
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Tuition: $370 per session (sliding scale available, please contact instructor for more information)
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 plus!
(Beginner/Intermediate Wheel) with Gina Inzinna
Thursdays, 6:00-8:30PM
Session 1: January 9th- February 27th
Session 2: March 13th- May 1st
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For ages 16+
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. Focusing on Bowls and cylinders, the building blocks of wheel work, students will cover all the basics and more, such as handles and decorative carving. PLUS she will show a basic hand building technique for an alternative to the wheel! 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 loves 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.
The final class will be a review and discussion lasting only 1 ½ hours. All other classes are 2 ½ hours each.
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 per session
Cancellation Policy: 72- hour before class partial refund, no refund within 72 hours of class starting.
Email ginabeena23@gmail.com to register!
beginner wheel-level 2
with Kate Bevington
Sundays, 4:00-6:30PM
8 weeks: February 2nd- April 6th (no class 2/16 or 3/30)
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This 8-week work-class is designed for potters who have taken a beginner class, but still want some guidance to master centering, opening the pot evenly, pulling up the sides, shaping, trimming and glazing. Demonstrations will include making bowls, mugs with handles, vases, plates, and any other shapes participants want to work on. Each demo will be followed with plenty of time to practice with individual help as needed. The goal will be to gain some control over creating the shape you want to create rather than letting the clay decide for you.
*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.
One 25lb of clay will be provided. Recommended to bring:
A hand or dish towel
An apron
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Tuition: $420
(includes clay, tools, shelf space, glazes and firing and access to student Labs)
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.
