Ceramics
WELCOME CLAY STUDENTS!
Click the button below to access information about our Ceramics Studio prior to your class starting, review official studio policies, and see answers to FAQ's.
If you have completed at least one full 8 week class session with us, join us for Open Studio. There is no Open Studio in June and December.
Summer Open Studio schedule TBD.
Click the button below to access information about our Ceramics Studio prior to your class starting, review official studio policies, and see answers to FAQ's.
If you have completed at least one full 8 week class session with us, join us for Open Studio. There is no Open Studio in June and December.
Summer Open Studio schedule TBD.
Beginner Students
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Wheel 1
Mondays, January 5 - February 23 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Maggie Packman]
Tuesdays, January 6 - February 24 [8 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM [Mary Rhein] Wednesdays, January 7 - February 25 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Danucha Brikshavana] Let's get muddy! Through group and individual instruction, students will learn the basics of throwing on a potters wheel including how to throw cylinders and bowls, finishing techniques, constructing handles and other attachments, and various types of surface decoration. Pots will be thrown the first 6 weeks of class, leaving the last 2 weeks for finishing and glazing. Ages 16+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intro to Handbuilding
Thursdays, January 8 - February 26 [8 weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Kathy Adams]
This is not a wheel throwing class. Basic introduction to functional, non functional and ceramic sculpture. Class will explore glazing techniques as well as alternative surface decorations and design. Intermediate student will receive guided instruction on their personal projects. New students will receive one on one instruction to introduce you to the clay process. Ages 16+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Throw and SculptWednesdays, January 7 - February 25 [8 Weeks] : 12 - 3 PM [Anne Logue]
Students will be encouraged to explore methods of combining wheel thrown pieces with sculpting. Handbuilding and tile work will also be taught. Basic wheel techniques included. Ages 16+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Beginner-mediateSaturdays, January 17 - February 21 [6 weeks]: 1 - 4 PM [Elizabeth Thai]
This class is for any wheel-thrower who has completed a beginning wheel course and is ready to hone their skills! Students will be instructed in mastering basic forms and refining the finish of their thrown pieces. Ages 16+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $220 Non-Members. $190 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
Intermediate Students
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Coils, Slabs, and Tiles!Mondays, January 5 - February 23 [8 Weeks] : 1 - 4 PM [Kathy Adams]
This is not a wheel throwing class. Students will learn to 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, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intermediate to Advanced Wheel ThrowingThursdays, January 8 - February 26 [8 Weeks]: 1 - 4 PM [Scott Day]
Students will explore and develop advanced skills in creating larger utilitarian pieces like salad bowls, tea pots, cups, lidded vessels, and more. Sculptural pieces will incorporate wheel thrown and hand building techniques. Glazing techniques will also be emphasized. Ages 18+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. Other items such as a plastic bin for storing wet work, plastic sheet, and throwing bats may be brought as needed. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Ceramics Independent StudyFridays, January 9 - February 27 [8 Weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Colleen Halford]
Wheel and hand builders take skills acquired from the beginning adult classes and expand their skill sets with instructor input as desired. This is a self driven learning environment with a great sense of community and support towards your individual goals! Ages 18+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
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Intermediate/ Advanced Ceramics
Tuesdays, January 6 - February 24 [8 Weeks]: 6 - 9 PM [Kathy Adams]
Wheel and Handbuilders take skills acquired from the beginners adult class and expand their skill sets with 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. Ages 18+ SUPPLIES: 8 Piece Pottery Tool Kit, Also needed are a 1 gallon container to hold supplies/and be a water bucket, an old hand towel, and a full-front apron. $230 Non-Members. $200 Members. SAA Members: after hitting purchase, don't forget to sign in to receive your member discount! |
CANCELLATIONS OR REFUNDS OF CLASS
We do not issue credits, or roll forward tuition.
What is the class refund policy?
Class Refunds for 8-week classes and SAAmplers will be issued at 95% of original purchase price if you cancel 1 week in advance or more before class start date.
Cancellations made less than 1 week in advance will not be eligible for a refund. For example: If you cancel your class 48 hours before the start time, your registration is not valid for a refund. We can not issue credits or roll forward tuition.
In case of medical or family emergency, please give our office a call at 217-523-2631.
For more information, please visit our FAQ page found here.
We do not issue credits, or roll forward tuition.
What is the class refund policy?
Class Refunds for 8-week classes and SAAmplers will be issued at 95% of original purchase price if you cancel 1 week in advance or more before class start date.
Cancellations made less than 1 week in advance will not be eligible for a refund. For example: If you cancel your class 48 hours before the start time, your registration is not valid for a refund. We can not issue credits or roll forward tuition.
In case of medical or family emergency, please give our office a call at 217-523-2631.
For more information, please visit our FAQ page found here.
