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CLASSES > CERAMICS
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Ceramics
While working in the Prairie Earth and Fire Ceramics Studio, we ask that you wear closed toed shoes, label all of your tools and clay, and abide by the policies of the studio which include:
*Class prices will be increasing due to the increase in the minimum wage. We thank you for your understanding in the next few years as we navigate through the change in our expenses.
- Clean your table work space, wheel, and floor area 15 minutes prior to end of every class.
- Do not empty clay buckets directly into the sink, please use the strainers.
- Do not enter the kiln room or operate equipment that you are not trained to operate.
- Do not bring food-labeled containers for storage.
- At the end of every session, please take all pieces home with you. Pieces left behind after the session has ended will be removed from the studio.
- We are only able to keep a set number of glazes in the studio. This includes 10 stroke and coat colors (pink to black), 10 mid-range commercial glazes, and 10 studio-made dip glazes. If you would additional colors, you will need to purchase them for your own personal use.
*Class prices will be increasing due to the increase in the minimum wage. We thank you for your understanding in the next few years as we navigate through the change in our expenses.
Beginning Students
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Beginner Handbuilding & Wheel
Thursdays July 11 - August 29 [8 WEEKS] : 6 - 9 PM [Kathy Adams]
Basic introduction of functional, non-functional pottery and ceramic sculptures. Class will also explore basic glazing techniques as well as alternative decorative techniques. SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit can be purchased from our shop online, $10. The kits will be waiting for you on your first day of class. $175 Non-Members. $145 Members SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Beginner Wheel Throwing
Mondays July 8 - August 26 [8 WEEKS]: 6 - 9 PM [Anna Walkington] Learn the basics of wheel throwing in this beginner class. Students will learn how to center clay on the wheel, throw and trim bowls, throw cups and make cup handles. This is a slower paced class for anyone who is just getting started with wheel throwing or wants a refresher course on basic wheel throwing techniques. Classes will be flexible and students are welcome to bring their own project ideas that they would like to try!
$175 Non-Members. $145 Members SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Wheel Basics
Fridays July 12 - August 30 [8 WEEKS]: 6 - 9PM [Danucha Brikshavana]
In this class, you will learn the basics to wheel throwing. You will be provided with the fundamentals of wedging, coning, throwing, trimming and glazing techniques. This is a great class for a true beginner that is interested in experimenting with clay! $175 Non-Members. $145 Members SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
Intermediate & Advanced Students
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Intermediate to Advanced Ceramics
Tuesdays July 9 - August 27 [8 WEEKS]: 6 - 9 PM [Kathy Adams] Wheel and Handbuilders take skills acquired from the beginners adult class and expand their skill sets with the Instructor and peer input. Please be ready to share your knowledge with the class! This is a self driven learning environment. If structure is desired, one-on-one teaching with the Instructor is available. Age: 18+
SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit can be purchased from our shop online, $10. The kits will be waiting for you on your first day of class. Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old towel, and a full-front apron. $175 Non-Members. $145 Members SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Wednesdays July 10 - August 28 [8 WEEKS]: 6 - 9 PM [Anna Walkington] Next level wheel throwing course focusing on larger, more complex forms. Students are encouraged to branch out and try new wheel throwing techniques. This class is for anyone who feels very comfortable centering clay and ready to developed their own wheel throwing style. Brainstorming ideas and learning from fellow classmates is very encouraged in this friendly environment!!
$175 Non-Members. $145 Members SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Tile and Handbuilding
Mondays August 12 - September 16: (6 weeks) 1 - 4 PM [Anne Logue]
Students learn to use use slab techniques to roll out standard and inventive tile shapes, utilize techniques in image transfer, intuitive design, building up textures to create a raised surface, glazing and color that strengthens the image for forms that can serve as functional as well as pure artistic imagery. Hand building instruction is also included in which texture and three dimensional sculptural techniques will be given. Ages 18+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit can be purchased from our shop online, $10. The kits will be waiting for you on your first day of class. Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old towel, and a full-front apron. $140 Non-Members. $110 Members SAA Members--After hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Open Studio: Ceramics$10/hour for Members + Non-Members
SUMMER HOURS FROM JUNE 1ST - AUG 1ST Tuesday evenings 6 PM - 9 PM with Kathy Adams Thursday evenings 6 PM - 9 PM with Scott Day Saturday afternoons 11 AM - 4 PM with Elizabeth Thai You can purchase clay in our online shop, $12 for 25lbs. |
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Raku Fire - Last Wednesdays of the Month
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