Spring 2023: Clay & Ceramics

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Beginning Wheel Throwing
5 weeks | 8 - Adult
Come get your hands dirty in this fun introduction to throwing clay class on a table top pottery wheel. Students will explore various techniques of centering, opening, and pulling clay. You will also explore the clay transformation process as it transitions from wet and moldable clay to bone dry pieces that are glazed and ready for the kiln. This class is designed for absolute beginners and for those who want to improve their basic throwing skills. A $20 supply fee is due to instructor by the first week of class.
Instructor: Allayne Seamans
Tue        4/4 - 5/2               6:30 - 7:30 pm
Tue        5/9 - 6/6               6:30 - 7:30 pm
Price: Resident $63 / Non-Resident $76
Supply Fee: $20 – due to instructor on the first day of class
 

Club Mud
4 & 5 weeks | 7 - 14 years
Students will learn methods in basic clay sculpture, explore clay building techniques, and learn basic wheel throwing in this fun five-week session. Special topics will include non-toxic spray paint with stencils, inlays, and much more. A $20 supply fee is due to instructor by the first week of class (Venmo or PayPal only, please).
Instructor: Allayne Seamans
*Thu         4/6 - 5/4               4:30 - 5:30 pm (No class on 4/27)
Thu          5/11 - 6/8              4:30 - 5:30 pm
*4 Week Price: Resident $50 / Non-Resident $60
5 Week Price: Resident $63 / Non-Resident $76
Supply Fee: $20 – due to instructor on the first day of class

Clay Workshops:

Garden Stacks | 13 - Adult
Join your peers as we create beautiful ceramic pieces to display in your home garden. These stacked creations will be a perfect addition to your home and neighborhood for all to enjoy. Our  ceramic instructor will guide you along the process with inspiration as you create your own, unique sculpture.
Instructor: Allayne Seamans
Thu        4/13       6:00 - 7:30
Price: Resident $30 / Non-Resident $36
 

Father’s Day Sgraffito | 13 - Adult
Enjoy an evening of creative art making, dedicated to the father figures in our lives! Our experienced teaching artist will instruct as you  decorate your own custom mug or cup using the technique of sgraffito, or scratching. Carve fun art into professionally made mugs in time to gift for Father’s Day.
Instructor: Allayne Seamans
Thu        5/11       6:00 - 7:30
Price: Resident $30 / Non-Resident $36

Family Clay Night:

Family Clay Nights: Register for one or ALL of these family clay nights! This is the perfect time to explore clay, techniques and create some fun pieces with the entire family.  All participants will need to register.

Mother’s Day Jewelry Keepsake | All Ages
Plan ahead and create something special for the Mom in your life. Grab your loved ones and come decorate personalized jewelry dishes for Mother’s Day.
Thu        4/6         6:00 - 7:00 pm
Price: Resident $15 / Non-Resident $18

Miniature Garden Stack Art | All Ages
Create a miniature garden stack to take home and display in your favorite window, plant or garden bed. A perfect addition to your home and neighborhood for all to enjoy. Local ceramic artist, Allayne Seamans, will guide you along the process with inspiration as you create your own, unique, tiny sculpture.
Thu        4/20       6:00 - 7:00 pm
Price: Resident $15 / Non-Resident $18

Spring Pots | All Ages
Decorate your own pre-made ceramic spring pot for planting! This makes for a lovely personalized gift or a great addition to your garden, windowsill or office space. 
Thu        5/4         6:00 - 7:00 pm
Price: Resident $15 / Non-Resident $18

Father’s Day Keepsake | All Ages
Get your Father’s Day present done early! Using air-dry clay, students will create unique, sentimental keepsakes for Dad.
Thu        5/18       6:00 - 7:00 pm
Price: Resident $15 / Non-Resident $18 

Teacher Appreciation Magnets | All Ages
School is coming to an end, which means it’s time to say thank you to your favorite teachers! Using air-dry clay, students will create unique personalized gifts - the perfect size to fit a classroom, desk or workspace.
Thu        6/1         6:00 - 7:00 pm
Price: Resident $15 / Non-Resident $18