Transform a lump of clay into a handmade ceramic vessel in this two-session beginner pottery class. Night 1 focuses on throwing a vessel on the pottery wheel, beginning with a studio tour and an introduction to basic wheel-throwing techniques. After the first session, staff will trim, fire, and glaze the pieces in preparation for the next class. On Night 2, students personalize the glazing on their own vessel, exploring decorating techniques to add individual style. Following a final firing, completed pottery will be ready for pickup within two weeks of the second class.
Please Note: This is a two-part class on Monday, October 19th and October 26th; students must plan to attend both sessions.
Spend a creative evening together in this two-hour beginner pottery class in Rochester! Couples will learn the basics of wheel throwing, with each participant shaping a vessel such as a cup, bowl, or trinket dish. The experience offers a playful introduction to working with clay while making memories together. Finished pieces will be glazed by the studio in a color selected from six options and ready for pickup within two weeks. No previous pottery experience is necessary.
Please Note: This class is priced per couple and includes two participants. Please bring a change of clothes, as working with clay can get messy.
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For the maker looking to further develop personal style and advanced forming techniques. In this class students will begin to learn skills including advanced lid systems, throwing larger, and pouring forms. Students will begin to explore the art in craft. This is an 8 week course. Recommended skills include consistency in throwing and exploring alternative forms, and the ability to throw a cylinder over 4 inches tall. Wednesday, 6-9 PM, August 26 - October 14.
For the intermediate student, this class will hone in the basic fundamentals to develop more intricate forms. Students will begin to develop practical knowledge of proportions, balance, and understanding of functional vessels and decorative techniques. This is an 8 week course. Recommended skills before taking this class are comfortably centering and throwing a balanced cylinder over three inches tall.
For the intermediate student, this class will develop and hone in on handbuilding skills to make sculptures and functional forms. This is an 8 week course. Recommended skills before taking this class are the ability to roll a consistent coil, throw a slab, and make an even pinch pot.
Zara Bronwyn - Wednesday 2:30-5:30PM, 9/23-11/11
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