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This exciting firing technique involves pulling ceramic ware out of a kiln at 1850 degrees Fahrenheit and placing the ware into combustible chambers to interact with the glazes.
Pots will be available for purchase all you need to do is glaze the pot of your choice and join in the firing process.
This is a quick, fun and easy way to get your own glazed pot that you can take with you at the end of the workshop.
Get in touch with your creative side during Ceramics Open Studio at the Jansen Art Center. Punch cards can be purchased in the Jansen Art Center Gallery Shop.
Raku Workshop
1 Day
Class Date: Saturday, July 24 from 3:00pm-5:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
This exciting firing technique involves pulling ceramic ware out of a kiln at 1850 degrees Fahrenheit and placing the ware into combustible chambers to interact with the glazes. The unpredictable nature of this firing technique can yield a wide variety of stunning glaze results. One ready to be glazed pot is included in the workshop price. Additional pots will be available for purchase all you need to do is glaze the pot of your choice and join in the firing process.
This is a quick, fun and easy way to get your own glazed pot that you can take with you at the end of the workshop.
Because of the nature of this firing process, pots are not food safe.
AGES:
Adults & Teens 13+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $61.20
Non-Members: $68.00
CLASS SIZE:
Minimum 4 people.
Maximum 8 people.
MATERIALS:
No fee, materials included with class price
Wear appropriate clothing. Shoes, long pants and a long sleeved shirt. No synthetic clothing.
Hand Stretched Slab: Cups
1 Day Workshop
Class Date: Saturday, July 31 from 3:00pm-5:30pm
Instructor: Kay Babineau
Learn to make a clay slab by hand without the use of a slab roller. A useful technique for anyone that does not own a slab roller or a wheel and wants to make cups and other functional and sculptural pieces.
In this class we will be focusing on learning to throw a slab by hand and out of that slab making a cup and decorating it by adding clay decoration: the use of stripes, dots, swirls, flowers and stars among other things.
The cup will then be bisque fired and glazed white, to be picked up two weeks later, on August 14th, between 10 am and 3 pm.
AGES:
Adults 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $61.20
Non-Members: $68.00
CLASS SIZE:
Maximum 8 people
PREREQUISITES NEEDED:
None
MATERIALS:
No fee, materials included with class price
Wear closed toed shoes. All tools at the Jansen Art Center Clay room will be available. You do not need to buy anything special or bring any tools.
We will be using a round edge flexible scraping rib tool, cloth covered board, a straight edged ruler to measure and cut along, a small artists paint brush, size 8, a dull kitchen knife, slip and a scoring tool.
Creative Clay Workshop: Boats and Birds
1 Day Workshop
Class Date: Saturday, August 7 from 3:00pm-5:30pm
Instructor: Pam Fredback
In this class we will make a row boat, decorated as you wish and a silly, fun bird.
AGES:
Kids (Ages 6-12)
CLASS FEES:
Members: $31.50
Non-Members: $35.00
CLASS SIZE:
Maximum 10 people
PROTOCOLS:
Masks are required for all students and instructors.
PREREQUISITES NEEDED:
None
MATERIALS:
No fee, materials included with class price.
Please wear closed toe shoes. Face masks are required and a water bottle. Wear clothes that okay to get a bit messy.
Whatcom Artists of Clay and Kiln (WACK) is opening studio doors so the public can see artists in action. This three-day event will be September 24-26 from 10AM to 5PM. The WACK Studio Tour will showcase over 22 clay artists at 11 different studios that include pottery and sculptures. You can see artists demonstrating throwing pots on the potter’s wheel, sculpting, raku firing and even a 3D clay printer. Some studios will have hands-on activities as well!
Studio Locations:
1. Brian O’Neill – 2985 Goshen Rd, Bellingham
2. Jansen Art Center – 321 Front St, Lynden
3. Yates Fine Arts – 2614 Aldergrove Rd, Ferndale
4. Deco Ceramics – 2727 Mountainview Rd, Ferndale
5. TacTile Co. – 4395 Davis St, Bellingham
6. Baker Creek Ceramics – 4058 Hammer Dr, Bellingham
7. Burnish Clay Studio – 2006 N State St, Bellingham
8. Silver Beach Pottery – 2227 Electric Ave, Bellingham
9. Chris Moench, Axis of Hope Prayer Wheels – 1896 Yew Street Road, Bellingham
10. Dawn Sodt – 2216 Donovan Ave, Bellingham
11. Good Earth Pottery – 1000 Harris Ave, Fairhaven
Whatcom Artists of Clay and Kiln (WACK) is opening studio doors so the public can see artists in action. This three-day event will be September 24-26 from 10AM to 5PM. The WACK Studio Tour will showcase over 22 clay artists at 11 different studios that include pottery and sculptures. You can see artists demonstrating throwing pots on the potter’s wheel, sculpting, raku firing and even a 3D clay printer. Some studios will have hands-on activities as well!
Studio Locations:
1. Brian O’Neill – 2985 Goshen Rd, Bellingham
2. Jansen Art Center – 321 Front St, Lynden
3. Yates Fine Arts – 2614 Aldergrove Rd, Ferndale
4. Deco Ceramics – 2727 Mountainview Rd, Ferndale
5. TacTile Co. – 4395 Davis St, Bellingham
6. Baker Creek Ceramics – 4058 Hammer Dr, Bellingham
7. Burnish Clay Studio – 2006 N State St, Bellingham
8. Silver Beach Pottery – 2227 Electric Ave, Bellingham
9. Chris Moench, Axis of Hope Prayer Wheels – 1896 Yew Street Road, Bellingham
10. Dawn Sodt – 2216 Donovan Ave, Bellingham
11. Good Earth Pottery – 1000 Harris Ave, Fairhaven
Whatcom Artists of Clay and Kiln (WACK) is opening studio doors so the public can see artists in action. This three-day event will be September 24-26 from 10AM to 5PM. The WACK Studio Tour will showcase over 22 clay artists at 11 different studios that include pottery and sculptures. You can see artists demonstrating throwing pots on the potter’s wheel, sculpting, raku firing and even a 3D clay printer. Some studios will have hands-on activities as well!
Studio Locations:
1. Brian O’Neill – 2985 Goshen Rd, Bellingham
2. Jansen Art Center – 321 Front St, Lynden
3. Yates Fine Arts – 2614 Aldergrove Rd, Ferndale
4. Deco Ceramics – 2727 Mountainview Rd, Ferndale
5. TacTile Co. – 4395 Davis St, Bellingham
6. Baker Creek Ceramics – 4058 Hammer Dr, Bellingham
7. Burnish Clay Studio – 2006 N State St, Bellingham
8. Silver Beach Pottery – 2227 Electric Ave, Bellingham
9. Chris Moench, Axis of Hope Prayer Wheels – 1896 Yew Street Road, Bellingham
10. Dawn Sodt – 2216 Donovan Ave, Bellingham
11. Good Earth Pottery – 1000 Harris Ave, Fairhaven
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Wednesdays, October 6–November 10, 2021
Time: 2:00–4:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 5, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Wednesdays, October 6–November 10, 2021
Time: 2:00–4:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 5, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Wednesdays, October 6–November 10, 2021
Time: 2:00–4:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 5, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Wednesdays, October 6–November 10, 2021
Time: 2:00–4:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 5, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Wednesdays, October 6–November 10, 2021
Time: 2:00–4:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 5, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Wednesdays, October 6–November 10, 2021
Time: 2:00–4:30pm
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 5, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Tuesdays, November 16–December 21, 2021
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 15, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Tuesdays, November 16–December 21, 2021
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 15, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Tuesdays, November 16–December 21, 2021
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 15, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Tuesdays, November 16–December 21, 2021
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 15, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Tuesdays, November 16–December 21, 2021
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 15, 12:00pm
Intro to Pottery
6 Week Class
Dates: Tuesdays, November 16–December 21, 2021
Time: 6:30–9:00 PM
Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen
Learn the art of making pottery and create decorative and functional vessels in a spacious studio.
This class is for the beginner and for those who have taken beginning pottery classes in the past. The course will cover basic and intermediate level workings in clay – this class is mainly focused on wheel-thrown vessels (centering, pulling walls, shaping and trimming). Topics on cups, mugs, bowls, plates, cylinders, and aesthetics related to these shapes will be covered.
Advanced students are welcome and individual instruction will be given on topics such as lids, two-part pots, slip decoration, large vessels, production techniques, and more.
Each student will create a small series of functional vessels on the wheel (6-8). Various styles of vessels will be discussed during this course and an introduction to glaze and firing techniques will also be covered.
The cost of this course includes 23 hours of free open studio time per week for extra practice.
AGES: Adults & Teens 16+
CLASS FEES:
Members: $175.50
Non-Members: $195.00
MATERIALS FEES: (Paid to the J)
Bag of Clay: $28.00
Tool Set: $15.00
MATERIALS TO BRING:
Basic pottery tools are available for purchase at the J ($15 for a basic pottery tool kit), or you can bring your own.
Old towel
Small bucket for water (an ice cream pail works great)
Appropriate clothes for getting dirty and having fun
PREREQUISITES: None
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Masks are required for all students and instructors.
We continue to closely follow the guidance of our local health departments. If there are any changes to the safety protocols at the J we will update you promptly.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 15, 12:00pm