Monday
9:00am - 12:00pm

Wheel: Mark White

Mark's class is geared toward beginner and intermediate pottery wheel students. Instruction starts with a focus on the basics of working on the wheel and builds on increasingly interrelated techniques to develop a student’s pottery skills. This includes a mid-session class on techniques for glazing pottery, followed then by a 2nd half of lessons on more advanced forms that students will find challenging and inspiring. The goal is for students to incrementally learn the skills needed to work independently on their own projects. Students should plan on practicing once a week outside of class to build proficiency and confidence. Please do not come to class with long fingernails. 

Clay Recommendation is based on skill level: beginners consider Recycled or B-Mix, for others, Soldate or Rods Bod clay. Order 1 bag only to start.

Monday
6:30pm - 9:30pm

wheel: JOEL PARK

This class is for wheel throwers of all skill levels. My objective is to build your abilities so you can create the work you want to make. Strong fundamentals are a large part of the focus for the class as well as new forms. We will be working on utilitarian pieces and decorative work. Most of all my hope is that you enjoy the work and embrace clay as a positive medium.

I suggest for the beginners soldate as a clay body to start as it is easier to throw and form. For the more advanced I suggest working with a body you are comfortable with. I am looking forward to a fun and productive class with you all.

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:
Soldate; whatever you're comfortable with for experienced potters. Order 1 bag only to start.

Tuesday
6:30pm - 9:30pm

Wheel: Vince Hazen

For students who wish to have fun exploring their creativity through the manipulation of clay. Learn to create unique: mugs, bowls, plates, platters, vases, and lidded jars. Primarily a wheel-throwing class but the instructor has extensive handbuilding experience. Classes will begin with demonstrations, followed by individualized coaching. Self-expression, craftsmanship, design, and creativity are emphasized.

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:  Soldate 60 or any clay with grog. Order 1 bag only to start.

Wednesday
9:00am - 12:00pm

Wheel: KEN KANG

The class is open to all levels covering a variety of thrown forms. I’m open to questions, requests for demonstrations and individual help during the class. The last class will be at my home with students participating in a raku firing.

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:
Rods Bod or any clay with grog. Order 1 bag only to start.

Wednesday
6:30pm - 9:30pm

Wheel: daven hee

Wheel-throwing skills will be developed to create forms such as bowls, mugs, plates, bottles and vases. These skills will be further developed to create whimsical, playful, and personalized forms. 

Multiple thrown pieces will be joined to create expressive functional and non-functional forms. Basic glazing techniques, kiln firing theory and group discussions will also be included. Individualized instruction will be emphasized to meet all skill levels from the beginner to the advanced wheel-thrower. Individualized instruction will be emphasized to meet intermediate and advance wheel-thrower. 

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:
Soldate 60 or any clay with grog. Order 1 bag only to start. 

Friday
9:00am - 12:00pm

Handbuilding: Karen Lucas

Karen Lucas is a renowned figure sculptor with numerous large public works across the state. In our hand-building class, sculptural techniques meet creative expression. Figure sculptor Karen Lucas will provide a welcoming environment for all skill levels. Dive into the versatility of clay, from fun animal forms to the human figure. Learn essential techniques such as hollowing out solid forms, building from coils, slabs, and extrusions. Whether you are a beginner or looking for a new challenge, you will find inspiration and guidance every step of the way. Discover more about her work at karen-lucas.com. Occasionally, guest artists will join us in the studio to share their own particular creative spark. 

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:
Recycled clay. Order 1 bag only to start.

Saturday
9:00am - 12:00pm

Handbuilding: Rayna Galati

In this class we’ll explore clay surface treatments: nerikomi and inlaid colored porcelain, underglaze transfers, silkscreens, gelli plate printing, stencils, botanical imprinting, and molds while making decorative and functional ware. Students may work on independent projects if desired. 

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:  BMix; order 1 bag to start.

Saturday
9:00am - 12pm

Wheel: gerald toyama

In this class, designed for beginner and returning students, Gerald will provide students with a solid foundation in wheel-throwing principles and techniques. With focus on basic forms such as cups, bowls and handles, this class offers a direct path to mastery of the fundamentals. 

Clay Recommendation for Beginning Students:
Bmix with Grog. Order 1 bag only to start.