New to clay or looking to build a strong foundation in handbuilding? This 6-week class is designed with beginners in mind, while still offering room for more experienced students to explore and refine their skills.
You’ll learn core handbuilding techniques including slab, coil, darting, and extrusions, and apply them to create both functional and sculptural pieces. Projects may include mugs, bowls, plates, planters, vases, and more.
Each class includes demonstrations, guided projects, and individualized support to help you feel confident working with clay. The focus is on building foundational skills, understanding form, and enjoying the process.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a collection of finished pieces and a solid introduction to handbuilding.
The class includes: Class includes 12.5lbs of clay and use of glazes, oxides and slips.
Enrollment Notes:
- Firing fees: 6 cents per cubic inch per firing
- Clay: 12.5lbs of clay is included. Additional clay is available for purchase, prices vary
- Tool Kits are available for purchase
Class Requirements: Open to those with some prior clay experience and confident beginners
What you'll learn:
- Students who complete the class will leave with an understanding of clay & how to make their own finished hand built forms
- Coil Building: Create smooth and even coils for structural forms like bowls, planters, and vases.
- Slab Construction: Roll and shape slabs to construct items like plates, trays, and boxes.
- Darting: Adjust forms to add unique angles and designs for functional and sculptural pieces.
- Extrusion Techniques: Use extruders to produce consistent shapes for functional or decorative use.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Registration requires full semester commitment and payment.
- Requests for a full semester refund must be made at least 7 days prior to the start of class and incurs a $75 processing fee per person per refund.
- Requests for cancellation made within 7 days of the semester start are 50% refundable.
- We cannot honor refunds requested within 48hrs of class start, no exceptions.
- Transfers must be requested 7 days prior to the start of class.
- There are no refunds or credit once a semester begins.
- There are no refunds for missed class but we do offer make-up classes according to our policy.
- Requests for cancellation must be emailed to [email protected].
Note: Wear comfortable clothing that can get dirty and closed-toe shoes.
