6 Tuesdays: November 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th and December 1st & 8th

6:00PM – 9:00PM

Ready to think bigger? Students will explore techniques for creating larger and taller pottery, including throwing with coils, collaring, throwing in sections, joining, and supporting substantial forms. Students should already be comfortable centering clay and throwing basic cylinders and bowls. Clay will be provided during class.

Erin Hoekzema, Pi Benio & Cyndi Timoszyk - Instructors

6 Sundays: October 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th and November 1st & 8th

11:00 AM–2:00 PM

Explore the unpredictable and exciting world of alternative firing in this hands-on course. Students will build and prepare work while learning Traditional Raku for metallic and crackled surfaces, Naked Raku for bold black-and-white patterns, and horsehair and feather firing for delicate carbon markings.

The course will also cover burnishing techniques and Pi’s coffee-can sawdust reduction process, which uses sawdust and heat to create a smooth, shiny jet-black surface inspired by the celebrated pottery of Pueblo artist Maria Martinez.

The final sessions will focus on hands-on outdoor firings and the dramatic results created through fire, smoke, and reduction.

6 Mondays: November 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th and December 7th

1:00pm to 4:00pm

Have a clay idea you’ve been wanting to try or a project you’d like help completing? This class provides relaxed, instructor-supported studio time with demonstrations, troubleshooting, and individualized guidance in wheel throwing, handbuilding, and surface design.

Students will pursue projects of their own choosing while receiving help with planning, technique, and problem-solving along the way. This class is best suited for students with basic clay experience who are comfortable working independently.

25lbs of clay included. Addional clay available to purchase. Open studio time included.