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Learn the art of handbuilding ceramics in NYC as you explore techniques such as pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction to create your own unique clay masterpieces.

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Hand-Building Workshops

AlterWork Studios @ 30-09 35th Ave, Long Island City, NY

Hand-building is an ancient art of creating objects out of clay with just simply your hands and some basic tools. Unlike wheel- throwing, hand-building allows for numerous variations in form, so come in ready to be creative, experiment and explore. These 2 hour workshops are part of an ongoing series that will cover different hand building methods, as well as various decorating techniques like carvings, sgraffito and glazes. You can sign up for...

(9) All levels 15 and older
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Templates and Ceramic Forms

92nd Street Y

In this class students will about the use paper templates to plan out future vessels. Form and function will be discussed. Through the use of non-traditional materials, we will experiment with texture and explore pattern. Ideas generated in this class will be able to be transferred and used once back in the studio. Click below for the supply list: Supply List

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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Raku Weekend Retreat Workshop

Choplet Ceramic Studio

Escape to a weekend of intense and fun pottery firing at the tranquil Sullivan County retreat. Experiment with over 20 glazes and create stunning turquoise, red/bronze, and white crackle pieces. Immerse yourself in the Raku firing technique for a fulfilling and creative experience.

(459) All levels 15 and older
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$435

3 sessions

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Greece, Egypt, Byzantium, Persia, Weiner Werkstatte

92nd Street Y

Greece, Egypt, Byzantium, Persia, Weiner Werkstatte and More  Elisabeth Kley discusses her work and historical sources and influence  Elisabeth Kley is a New York artist known for her black and white ceramic sculptures, drawings and site-specific paintings. She draws motifs from historic ornamentation found in cultures and styles including Roman, Egyptian, Byzantine, Islamic and Wiener Werkstate. Collapsing geography and history, she...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Handbuilding & Surface

Educational Alliance Art School

In this five-week virtual pottery course, students will deepen their understanding of handbuilding with clay and decorating the surface of their ceramic forms. Students will explore a variety of techniques, focusing primarily on carving from a solid block of clay to produce functional tableware and decorative art objects. Through demonstrations, students will learn how to embellish and adorn the surface of these vessel forms with stamps, etching,...

(29) All levels 18 and older
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Children's Wheel Throwing

Stilclay

Younger students will be introduced to the potter's wheel. Students will explore different methods of throwing, and altering. Students are given  options  to built functional wares, such as cups, bowls, and even more elaborate wares like teapots. They are also taught to use the wheel as a tool for sculptural pieces, where they can cut, and alter thrown objects to abstract forms. 

Beginner 11 and older
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Advanced Wheel Throwing

Stilclay

At this level, we begin to explore the more advanced techniques of throwing. Personal development, and style is encouraged. Techniques such as sgraffito, and altering forms are introduced. Students also have the option of using specialty clay bodies. More complex forms are also introduced such as teapots, jars with lids, and much more!  Clay included Prior experience on the wheel is recommended Glazing= 4 cents per cubic inch 

Advanced 18 and older
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Children's Hand Building

Stilclay

Younger students will create functional, and sculptural objects by learning both basic, and advanced techniques. They will learn how to properly handle the material, and construct their ideas with clay. They build anything from head busts, to functional plant pots. We will assist them in building out their ideas.

Beginner 6 and older
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Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak

The Jewish Museum @ Virtual Learning

Teachers, librarians, and school staff are invited to explore the work of renowned children’s book author and illustrator Maurice Sendak, subject of the 2005 Jewish Museum exhibition, Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak.  Arthur Yorinks, award-winning author and director, will speak about his collaborations with Sendak, including most recently, Presto and Zesto in Limboland, published after Sendak’s death, and will discuss how Sendak...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Intro to Mold Making Lecture

Cesar Castro @ Virtual Class, Online, NY

Beginner lecture for those interested in learning about mold making methods to use for your specific needs. This course will help people acquire the necessary knowledge to make molds. This course is not meant for people who make molds; this is a course for people who want to know how to make molds. Know the pros and cons of materials such as silicone, resin, polyurethane, gypsum, fiberglass. Other topics that will be covered include mold types;...

(2) Beginner 12 and older
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Introduction to Wheel Thrown Pottery

Newark Museum @ 49 Washington St, Newark, NJ

Participants will learn techniques for wheel thrown pottery. Starting with inspiration from the Newark Museum’s ceramic collections, participants will create functional and decorative objects using throwing methods to stretch and bend clay as it spins on a potter’s wheel. The course will cover the basics of working with clay and allow participants to trim, embellish, and glaze their works. Registration includes instruction, use of studio equipment...

Beginner 18 and older
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$200

6 sessions

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Wheel Thrown Pottery (Ages 15+)

Newark Museum @ 49 Washington St, Newark, NJ

During a six-session weekly course, participants will learn techniques for wheel thrown pottery. Starting with inspiration from the Newark Museum’s ceramic collections, participants will create functional and decorative objects using throwing methods to stretch and bend clay as it spins on a potter’s wheel. Registration includes instruction, use of studio equipment and tools, and 25 pounds of clay along with glaze and kiln firings. Additional...

All levels 15 and older
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$175

4 sessions

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