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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
We offer classes and workshops for youth and adults in hand building, on the wheel and seasonal special topics (Storytelling Through Clay, Ornament Making etc.). All levels of experience and background are welcome. Select classes are noted as Introduction, Continuing and or Advanced familiarity with ceramics. 
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ABOUT OUR STUDIO
We fire in an electric kiln to mid-range cone 5 (approx 2160* f). The studio is equipped with 9 pottery wheels, work tables, and a slab roller. Typically, our studio has about 10-12 different glazes, with a combination of dip and paint-on types and underglazes available. We typically use Laguna B-Mix or Standard 112 clay bodies. 
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Spring Offerings
Questions? Please email Sarah, [email protected] or call 781-862-6040
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Polymer Clay
Grades K-4 Wednesdays 4:00-5:30pm 4/8-6/10 Instructor: Jamie Magid $327 For our youngest artists - roll up your sleeves and create with colorful clay! Learn to mix colors and experiment with textures as you sculpt 3D animals, magical creatures, miniature worlds, beads, and more. REGISTER |
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Introduction to Handbuilding - REGISTER
Grades 4-8 Mondays 4:00-5:30pm 4/6-6/8 Instructor: Jamie Magid $359 + 40 materials fee Learn the art of ceramics through hand-building! Experiment with coils, pinch pots, and slabs to explore form, texture, and patterns. Glaze your functional or sculptural creations in a variety of earthy and colorful tones. Introduction to the Wheel - REGISTER Grades 5-8 Tuesdays 4:00-5:30pm 4/7-6/9 Instructor: Courtney Apgar $359 + 40 materials fee From functional vessels to decorative creations, learn the process and stages of ceramics created on the wheel. Begin throwing and sculpting different types of clay and discover the transforming effects of glazing. |
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Teen Ceramics
Grades 6-12 Learn the fundamental skills for handmade ceramics through regular demonstrations and themed projects. This class will blend approaches between techniques of the pottery wheel and handbuilding, allowing students to develop their personal preference, style, and eye for detail throughout the semester. Feel free to explore sculptural and functional projects while practicing techniques. Thursday 4:00-5:30pm REGISTER 4/9-6/11 Instructor: Drew Moss $398 + 40 materials fee Fridays 4:00-5:30pm REGISTER 4/10-6/12 Instructor: Drew Moss $398 + 40 materials fee |
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WORKSHOP
Printing on Clay Saturday May 2 10am-1pm Instructor: Anya Krupnik $65 Create your own designs using linocut relief printing techniques. Use specifically formulated inks to transfer images on to unfired clay. Final pieces will be fired in the kiln and ready for pick up in a few weeks after the workshop. REGISTER |
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Introduction to Ceramics - REGISTER
Friday 10am-1pm
May 15 - June 12
Instructor: Alejandra Cuadra
$238
In this introductory class, students will learn what clay is, how to wedge the clay, center it and throw a variety of shapes on the wheel, including cylinders, bowls and more. Students will also learn how to trim, glaze and decorate their pieces. Students will also get an overview of how kilns interact with different clay bodies and glazes. All materials included.
Beginner friendly in a warm, supportive, community studio setting.
Friday 10am-1pm
May 15 - June 12
Instructor: Alejandra Cuadra
$238
In this introductory class, students will learn what clay is, how to wedge the clay, center it and throw a variety of shapes on the wheel, including cylinders, bowls and more. Students will also learn how to trim, glaze and decorate their pieces. Students will also get an overview of how kilns interact with different clay bodies and glazes. All materials included.
Beginner friendly in a warm, supportive, community studio setting.
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Creative Wheel Focused Ceramics
Learn the fundamental skills for handmade ceramics, whether functional or sculptural/decorative, through regular demonstrations. New students can learn and practice foundations from start to finish, while returning students can continue to build their experience through exploration. Mondays 10am-1pm 4/6-6/8, no class 4/20, 5/25 Instructor: Anya Krupnik $492 + 40 materials fee Register Mondays 6:00-9:00pm 4/6-6/8, no class 4/20, 5/25 Instructor: Annie Thompson $492 + 40 materials fee Register Tuesdays 6:00-9:00pm 4/7-6/9, no class 4/21 Instructor: Alejandra Cuadra Teachers $554+ 40 materials fee Register Thursdays 10am-1pm 4/9-6/11, no class 4/23 Instructor: Anya Krupnik $554+ 40 materials fee Register Thursdays 6:00-9:00pm 4/9-6/11, no class 4/23 Instructor: Alejandra Cuadra $554+ 40 materials fee Register |
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Creative Handbuilding
This class will cover the basics of hand building: pinch, slab and coil, as well as different surface techniques. Students will analyze the ways one can use, alter and combine these elements to push creative possibilities, use one’s imagination, and one’s life, and be inspired by ceramics of different artists and cultures. Throughout the class, images of other pieces will be shown, both in-person and digitally, for inspiration. Students can spend time sharing works in-progress, discussing ideas and aesthetics, and exploring technical challenges. Expanded class demonstrations, one-on-one assistance, and group conversations with student input will all be an important part of the process. Tuesdays 10am-1pm 4/7-6/9, no class 4/21 Instructor: Judith Cooper $554+ 40 materials fee Register Wednesdays 10am-1pm 4/8-6/10, no class 4/22 Instructor: Judith Cooper $554+ 40 materials fee Register |
Sedna Spirit // Judith Cooper
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