Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel and make clay creations like cups, plates, and bowls. Kids Ages 8+ only.
Clay- Wheel Throwing
Wheel Throwing 2
Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel and make clay creations like cups, plates, and bowls. Kids Ages 8+ only.
Wheel Throwing 1
Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel and make clay creations like cups, plates, and bowls. Kids Ages 8+ only.
Glaze Mastery Workshop
Bring your completed bisque ware and immerse yourself in an inspiring workshop guided by Tom Caswell. Explore the intricacies of glazes, understanding their mechanisms and versatile applications. In this session, you’ll have hands-on experience mixing glazes and practicing diverse application techniques, including dipping, brushing, pouring, and spraying. Tom will showcase how slips can artistically enhance ceramic pieces, encouraging creative exploration and empowering students to craft truly unique pottery pieces.
This opportunity is tailored for our weekly students aiming to gain a deeper insight into achieving exquisite finishes for their creations.
Please note that the firing process takes 7-14 days, and your finished pieces will be available for pick-up only; shipping is not offered for class creations. Remember to collect your masterpiece within 60 days to avoid recycling.
Teacher: Tom Caswell
Plates and Platters on the Wheel Workshop
Learn how to throw plates and large platters on the wheel with Tom Caswell. Plates serve as a versatile canvas, allowing potters to unleash their creativity through imaginative designs and decorations. Tricks will be shared to prevent the most common errors such as “S” cracks and warping.
This class is best suited for ceramic artists who are comfortable on the wheel and want to take their skills to the next level. Plan on returning the following Saturday, during our open studio time, to finish your pieces (trimming or glazing).
Artwork will be fired by our dedicated clay studio staff.
Please note that the firing process takes 7-14 days, and your finished pieces will be available for pick-up only; shipping is not offered for class creations. Remember to collect your masterpiece within 60 days to avoid recycling.
Teacher: Tom Caswell
Introduction to Neriage Workshop
Experience Neriage on the pottery wheel in our introductory session. Learn the history of the technique, explore blending and layering colored clays to craft captivating patterns and designs. Master techniques to create visually stunning pottery that showcases your creativity.
Artwork will be expertly glazed and fired by our dedicated clay studio staff. An exception is made for currently enrolled weekly class students, who have the opportunity to both trim and glaze their workshop pieces during designated open studio hours.
Please note that the firing process takes 7-14 days, and your finished pieces will be available for pick-up only; shipping is not offered for class creations. Remember to collect your masterpiece within 60 days to avoid recycling.
Teacher: Tom Caswell