Adult and Children's Pottery Classes

Adult Pottery Classes Include: - 8 weeks wheel instruction - unlimited use of studio - 25 pounds of clay - free glazes, firing $1/lb

Adult pottery classes are offered starting on the following dates in 2008:
Winter: January 28 - March 22
Spring: April 14 - June 7
Summer: June 16 - August 9
Fall: September 8 - November 1

Please call (847) 864-7778 to inquire about class availability

General Information
Adult Classes last 8 weeks and meet once a week for 3 hours. Class size is limited to 19 students so that each student has use of the wheel for the entire class period. Students are allowed and encouraged to sit in on other classes when a wheel is available. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a space in the class with the balance due at the beginning of the first class. For those students who register early and pay in full, classes are $245.00. Otherwise, classes are $265.00.

Missed Sessions (Adult Classes Only)
Students are encouraged to attend every class during the 8 week course. When necessary, a missed session may be made up by attending one of the other classes in session as long as there is a free wheel available.

Studio Hours
Students have unlimited use of the studio and are encouraged to practice frequently.
Mon. - Fri. 11:00am - 6:00pm
Sat. 10:00am - 5:00pm

Clay
Class fees include 25 pounds of clay. If needed, additional clay can be purchased at the Pot Shop.

Firing and Glazing
Firing Fees Bisque fire (cone 06) $1.00 per lb
Glaze fire (cone 6) $1.00 per lb
Use of Glazes No Charge

Class Policies
Due to space limitations in the studio, all supplies must be removed from bins at the end of the class session. All pots must be removed from the studio within 30 days of class session ending.

Beginning Pottery - Wheel Throwing
Tues. 10:00am-1:00pm
Tues. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Sat. 10:00am-1:00pm
Demonstrations and discussions include: Clays and their classifications, basic firing and glazing techniques. Students will learn fundamental skills and become proficient in executing basic shapes such as cylinders, mugs, pitchers, and covered jars. Tools can be purchased the first night of class

Intermediate Pottery I - Wheel Throwing
Tues. 10:00am-1:00pm
Tues. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Sat. 9:00am-12:00 noon
Demonstration and discussion include: Aesthetics of form and design. Fundamental skills are reviewed and practiced enabling more challenging projects such as plates, larger bottles, vases and bowls.

Intermediate Pottery II - Wheel Throwing
Mon. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Tues. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Sat. 9:00am-12:00 noon
Demonstrations and discussions include: Further exploration of form, design and decorating technique. Students have the opportunity to experiment with new surface treatments such as underglazes, stains and slips. Increased skill level allows students to create more advanced shapes such as platters, teapots and casseroles.

Advanced Pottery - Wheel Throwing
Mon. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Wed. 7:00pm-10:00pm
Sat. 9:00am-12:00 noon
Demonstrations and discussions include: Glaze formulation and production pottery techniques. Shapes are geared toward individual style with an emphasis on originality. Personalized instruction enhances creativity. Pre-requisite: Intermediate Pottery.

Children's Classes - Let's Play in Clay!

Children's pottery classes are offered starting on the following dates in 2007:

Winter: January 29 - March 19
8 wk class meets once a week, 4:30-5:30pm
Tues or Wed - $140 (Early Registration Before Jan 15, $160 after)

Spring: April 15 - June 4
8 wk class meets once a week, 4:30-5:30pm
Tues or Wed - $140 (Early Registration Before April 1, $160 after)

Summer Session 1: June 17 - July 10
4 wk class meets twice a week, 3:00-4:00pm, or 4:30-5:30pm
Tues and Thurs - $140 (Early Registration Before June 1, $160 after)

Summer Session 2: July 15 - August 7
4 wk class meets twice a week, 3:00-4:00pm, or 4:30-5:30pm
Tues and Thurs - $140 (Early Registration Before July 1, $160 after)

Fall: September 9 - October 29
8 wk class meets once a week, 4:30-5:30pm
Tues or Wed - $140 (Early Registration Before September 1, $160 after)

Please call (847) 864-7778 to inquire about class availability.Age 5-7 Handbuilding, Age 8-12 Wheel Throwing

Children will have fun learning to manipulate clay using it to express their ideas while mastering basic techniques. Age 5-7 classes will cover pinch, coil and slab handbuilding techniques as well as glazing. Age 8-12 classes will cover beginning wheel skills such as centering, cylinders and basic shapes. All clay, tools, and materials are provided for Children's Classes. Class size is limited to ten students. Make-up sessions are not available for Children's Classes.
Class Policy
There is no make up for children's classes. All pots must be removed from the studio within 30 days of class session ending.