A 4 week session that allows the artists to design, form, and complete a hand-building project using slab, coil, or pinch construction. Surface and glazing techniques will be explored and designed to complement their project. Clay handbuilding techniques allow for true freedom of form. Captivating asymmetry and unique sculptural aesthetic can be achieved using techniques like slab rolling, pinching, and coil building. We will learn and practice the skills needed to create functional and sculptural vessels, finishing with carved patterns, attached elements, underglazes, and glazes to decorate our handbuilt pieces. Students will walk away with unique ceramic art. All work will be fired and ready for pick up in the Kimball Art Center 7-14 days after your class. We do not ship class work. If artwork is not picked up after 60 days it will be recycled. *Since artwork may look different after firing, make your pottery or sculpture recognizable by carving a signature into your piece.
Clay- Handbuilding
Handbuilding in Clay Session 1
A 6 week session that allows the artists to design, form, and complete a hand-building project using slab, coil, or pinch construction. Surface and glazing techniques will be explored and designed to complement their project. Clay handbuilding techniques allow for true freedom of form. Captivating asymmetry and unique sculptural aesthetic can be achieved using techniques like slab rolling, pinching, and coil building. We will learn and practice the skills needed to create functional and sculptural vessels, finishing with carved patterns, attached elements, underglazes, and glazes to decorate our handbuilt pieces. Students will walk away with unique ceramic art. All work will be fired and ready for pick up in the Kimball Art Center 7-14 days after your class. We do not ship class work. If artwork is not picked up after 60 days it will be recycled. *Since artwork may look different after firing, make your pottery or sculpture recognizable by carving a signature into your piece.
Handbuilding in Clay
Dive into the world of clay as you learn coil, slab, and pinch techniques to create unique sculptures and functional pieces. Unleash your creativity, make new friends, and explore the art of hand-building in a supportive environment with the guidance of an experienced instructor and different projects each day. All work will be fired and ready for pick up at the Kimball Art Center 14 days after your class. We do not ship class work.
Whimsical Clay Creations
In this teen clay camp imagine and engineer sculptural machines using hand-building techniques such as coil and slab building. These whimsical contraptions, reminiscent of Rube Goldberg designs, can serve various purposes: they can perform tasks, enhance decor, or contribute to personal rituals. For example, you might create a clay machine that clears negative thoughts or perhaps a decorative piece that doubles as a candle holder. In this class, the possibilities are endless as we make our clay sculptures interactive!
All work will be fired and ready for pick up at the Kimball Art Center 14 days after your class. We do not ship class work.
Mugs, Bowls, And Plates for Kids
Using a variety of different techniques, kids will learn how to create cups, bowls and plates out of ceramics with their hands. On the final day we will paint and glaze them to make them truly unique!
Garden Creations
Make a one-of-a-kind bird feeder, garden gnome, and pot out of clay. Perfect for the garden, front porch, or anywhere our feathered friends can be found.