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Beyond the Basics: Lidded Jars
Learn to create jars with snug-fitting lids using a range of throwing techniques including slicing closed forms in two as well as making lids with flanges and jars with galleries. Through a focus on covered vessels students will hone their skills in the use of shaping, measurement, and trimming tools. This class is for different levels. However, you’ll need to be proficient in making a 6” tall cylinder with even walls. Students can expect to finish at least one vessel. Glazing will be scheduled post class. Class price includes clay, the use of tools, glaze, and two firings.
Saturday, October 23 @ 2:30-5:30pm
Saturday, October 30 @ 2:30-5:30pm
Members:
$195
Instructor:
Susan Gold
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Beaded Stretch Bracelets: Make and Take!
Make a cute stretch bracelet using glass beads. We will learn about choosing colors and forming patterns, beading, and finishing off the stretch bracelet. Make one for yourself and one for a friend!
*for ages 6-11
Saturday, October 23 10am-11:30am
Members:
$45
Instructor:
Hsiao-Yun Chu
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Ceramic Matcha Tea Bowls
A matcha tea ceremony is a Japanese cultural event involving the preparation, serving, and drinking of matcha tea. A key element is the matcha tea bowl. This class will focus on how to handbuild a traditional ceramic tea bowl.
The first day you will focus on the design and intention of your bowls while learning about the matcha tea ceremony.
The second day you will glaze the bowls. After the glazing process is complete Yuko will host a tea ceremony with you as her guest. This class is for all skill levels.
*must be at least 16 years old to participate
Sunday, November 7 10am-3pm
Sunday, November 14 10am-1pm
Members:
$195
Instructor:
Yuko Sato
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Pottery: Mastering Bowls
We are inviting all intermediate and advanced potters to come and focus on your bowl throwing skills!
During the 1st class, Katina will demonstrate an easy way to throw a cylindrical shape, and form it into a variety of bowl forms. Then you will be invited to take the lead and get into the throwing zone. You’ll be able to make as many bowls as you want, and you’ll determine the size and form. You will also use slips to decorate the bowls, and make them look lively and festive.
During the 2nd class, you will practice precise ways to trim and fit each bowl with a foot ring. Your finished pieces will be presented to fellow students for critique and praise.
Please note that this workshop is intended for intermediate/advanced students. Minimally, you need to be comfortable handling 2 to 3 pounds of clay or as much as you want, and be able to lift the clay to 3” - 4” or as much as you can.
*must be at least 18 years old to participate
Saturday, November 13 10am-4pm
Saturday, November 20 10am-1pm
Members:
$225
Instructor:
Katina Price
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Printing Without A Press
Foam plate printing is a low-tech way of printing without a press using simple tools. You will learn a variety of ways to draw lines, make marks, and press shapes into the foam plates. You’ll learn how to apply water soluble block inks to the foam plates using brayers and brushes, and how to transfer the ink from your foam plate to paper. You can re-ink the foam plates many times to make multiple prints from the same plate. The class will include both demonstrations and hands-on time. No previous printing experience needed.
*must be at least 16 years old to participate
This workshop requires proof of vaccination upon entry.
Sunday, November 14 10:00pm-3:00pm
Members:
$116
Instructor:
Liz Schiff
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Family Magic Wand Making for Winter Solstice
Jonathan J Levine’s Remember Your Magic is a workshop about creating magic wands from Nature.
Connect with Nature while learning about and engaging in creative collaboration, artistic creation and most of all fun!
A selection of various art materials such as string, thread, and twine are on hand to be utilized in collaboration with such found natural materials as branches, driftwood, rocks, bark, leaves- whatever is there in the environment that speaks to your inner creator.
*for children ages 6-11.
Saturday, December 19 1pm-3pm
Members:
$65 (for adult & child pair)
Instructor:
Jonathan Jay Levine