Classes

Claymation (ages 8-11)

Kanitra Perrault                             $240

Claymation, or clay animation, is a type of stop-motion animation that uses frame-by-frame images to capture the motion of clay figures. In this exciting mixed media studio workshop, children will write the story, create and construct characters, design sets and photograph scenes. Components covered in workshops and courses include writing the story, creating characters, fashioning dialogue, designing sets, creating lighting and sound effects, and photographing the scenes. The workshop will culminate with students working in groups to produce their own short claymation film.

Registration for this class begins Thur., November 19 at 10:00am.

M254 8 sessions starting Sat. Sep. Jan. 16    1:00-2:30pm

Wheel Throwing (beg./int.)

Kate Poland Hetman         $530/ senior $510 (plus $50 clay/firing fee (per brick)

For beginners or for those who want to improve their wheel throwing and/or handbuilding skills.  An overview of the entire ceramic process will be introduced, including glazing and firing techniques.

THIS CLASS IS FULL! No new registrations will be accepted at this time.

F04 12 sessions starting Mon. Sept. 14                 6:30-9:30pm

Ceramics Studio: Handbuilding & Wheel Throwing (all levels)
Wendy Morris          $530 /senior $510 (plus $50 clay/firing fee per brick)

THIS CLASS IS FULL! No new registrations will be accepted at this time.

This course will cover basic handbuilding and wheel throwing skills.  Let’s discover what method is most suited to create the work that best pleases your aesthetic sensibility.  Both wheel throwing and handbuilding demonstrations will be given. There will be one-on-one attention for those of you pursuing a more advanced agenda.  This will be an engaging experience for beginning and beyond artists looking to work in ceramics.   

F50     12  sessions  starting Mon. Sep. 14                 9:30am – 12:30pm

NEW! Ceramics for Families (ages 5 & up)                                                                               

Wendy Morris        $260 per person     

Enjoy exploring handbuilding and sculpting with clay along with your child, grandchild, niece, nephew….  First-timers are welcome!  Ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult family member.

F15 8 sessions starting Thu. Sep. 17 4:30-6:00pm

THIS CLASS IS FULL! No new registrations will be accepted at this time.

Stephanie Maddalena $120 (plus $25 materials fee)

Learn the Venetian art of glass bead making.  Make unique beads by melting glass rods with an oxygen/propane torch.  Learn to shape the glass and decorate it to customize your beads. It’s addictive!

F38 1 sessions   Sun. Nov. 8  10:00am–5:00pm (with one hour break for lunch)

Teen Wheel Throwing (ages 13-17)

Jim Shaughnessy                             $245

An on-site course focusing on the basics of wheel throwing. Various aspects of clay properties, glazing and design are explored. For beginning and intermediate students. Basic handbuilding will be covered. Class enrollment limited to 6 students. Materials and firing fees included.

Registration for this class begins Fri. August 7 at 10:00am.

F46         6 sessions starting Sat. Sep. 19                               10:00-11:30am

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Let’s Throw a Pot (ages 9-13)
Jim Shaughnessy                         $245

A workshop focusing on the basics of wheel throwing.  Various aspects of clay properties, glazing and design are explored. For beginning and intermediate students.  Some handbuilding techniques are also introduced.  Materials and firing fees included.   

Registration for this class begins Fri. August 7 at 10:00am.

F45          8 sessions starting Sat. Sep. 19           11:45am-1:15pm