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All About the Wheel
with Susan Bankert
Step into the world of pottery with our All About the Wheel class, offering basic to advanced wheel-throwing techniques! Beginners kick off by learning to center and throw cylinders and bowls, while returning students refine their personal style and dive into advanced techniques and individual projects. Explore glaze application and decoration in a vibrant group setting. Plan to unleash your creativity, and focus on crafting functional pots for specific foods and events this Winter! Enroll now and let the wheel-spinning adventure begin!
This class is scheduled to be held in CCS, which is only accessable by stairs.
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support the mission of HYS
Throwing Concentration
with Bradford Davis
Explore the world of ceramics in the Throwing Concentration class, where intermediate and advanced students can refine their throwing skills and express their unique voice in clay work. Engage in projects and demonstrations that emphasize form and surface decoration, in a creative and friendly atmosphere. Join this enriching experience to deepen your ceramic expertise and enjoy the supportive community.
This class is scheduled to be held in CCS, which is only accessable by stairs.
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!
Throwing Big
with Jessica Greet
In our "Throwing Big" class, you'll learn the specialized techniques required to create large-scale pottery on the wheel. This workshop covers advanced methods for centering, pulling, and shaping significant amounts of clay, enabling you to craft impressive, oversized pieces. With expert guidance and hands-on practice, this class is ideal for experienced potters ready to elevate their skills and push creative boundaries. This is an advanced level course.
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.'
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!
Crafting Functional Pots
with Ryan Wheeler
Learn to throw a variety of kitchen-ready pottery, from cups and bowls to plates, and mugs. This class welcomes all experience levels and emphasizes building and refining functional pottery skills. Unleash your creativity and craft practical pieces!
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!
Throwing with Confidence
with Jessica Greet
Join the Throwing with Confidence class to discover how to transform thrown objects and customize them to your unique style! Learn valuable studio tricks and tips that will boost your skills. Participate in demonstrations to acquire techniques for altering thrown forms and enhancing their functionality. Enroll now and take your next step towards mastering the art of pottery!
This class is scheduled to be held in CCS, which is only accessable by stairs.
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!
Exploring Form and Surface
with Melissa Zook
This intermediate-level course focuses on refining your unique artistic voice through ceramic techniques. The instructor will guide you in exploring various methods to transform both wheel-thrown and hand-built pieces, emphasizing manipulation and surface treatment. Engage in deeper creative expression while shaping your pottery vision and goals. Participants are encouraged to come prepared to share their artistic interests and objectives.
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!
The Potter's Wheel
with Rich Holck
Join our pottery adventure where we explore basic to advanced wheel-throwing techniques! Beginners will start by mastering clay centering and throwing cylinders and bowls, while returning students refine their personal style with advanced techniques and individual projects. Discover the art of glaze application and decoration in a vibrant group setting – don't miss out on the chance to enjoy a fantastic environment, unleash your creativity, and focus on crafting functional pots for specific foods and events this Fall! Enroll now for a hands-on pottery experience!
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!
World Culture Through Ceramics
with John Matthews
Journey through the world of pottery in this culturally inspired class! Students will explore pottery techniques and styles from various global traditions, learning about the cultural concepts that shape these art forms. Through hands-on projects, discover how different cultures approach pottery, and create pieces that reflect their unique histories and meanings. All experience levels welcome!
- We believe art should be accessible to all. Scholarships are available for those who qualify.
- Membership is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support our mission! Learn more about it's benefits and discounts!