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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
Painterly Pastels
with Louise Dusinberre
Join a 5-week pastel exploration, starting in the studio with still life drawing to understand application, light, and value, we'll learn the fundamentals of this versatile material. Develop confidence in seeing, interpreting, and recording, while capturing the play of light surface, and blending.
Click HERE to see the materials list for this 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 the mission of HYS
Expressionism and Abstraction
with Eo Omwake
Unlock the secrets of abstract and expressionistic painting with EO Omwake's tailored classes, designed to cater to each student's unique preferences. Dive into the essence of creativity, regardless of your painting experience, and learn foundational and advanced skills in the historic Chester Springs Fine Art Studio. Join a community of artists of all levels, working together to explore the nuts and bolts of painting, receiving personalized guidance from EO Omwake, and culminating in a valuable end-of-class critique. Elevate your artistry and enrich lives through your creations – take the plunge and enroll now to unleash your creative potential!
- 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!
Through the Wheel
with Kiya Nicole
Ages: 12 - 17
Embark on a journey into the timeless craft of pottery on the wheel! Join our class to discover the secrets of crafting bowls, plates, mugs, and even create unique and fascinating objects yet to be imagined. Learn from the wisdom of ancient pots to create your own masterpieces, and let this class be the beginning of a lifelong artistic pursuit. Seize the opportunity to start your pottery adventure – enroll now and nurture an art form that can flourish for years to come!
- 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 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!
Beginning Drawing
with Martin Piezonka
Draw what you see by learning to see what you draw. Learn visual techniques that make drawing rewarding and fun. Discover ways to draw by establishing the underling structure from a variety of still life objects. Focus on drawing a new, uncluttered still life each week using graphite, charcoal, or the drawing material of your choice. Get individual encouragement and support as you progress at your own pace, with instructor demonstrations to guide you through techniques and materials. A materials list is provided.
Click HERE for a materials list for this class
- 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!
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!