Introduction To Clay

About this event

This is an introduction 4-session class, taught by Emma Plater, our skilled ceramic instructor who brings a wealth of experience. Throughout this course, Emma will guide you through a variety of hand building techniques. You will learn methods such as pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction, which are foundational skills in the world of ceramics.

In addition to hand building, the class will also cover the art of wheel throwing. Emma will demonstrate the proper techniques for centering clay on the wheel, shaping it into forms, and trimming your creations.

Emma will help you understanding how to properly use the pottery tools, with an emphasize on safety and maintenance. You will also learn the importance of cleaning up after each session and keeping the studio environment organized.

The Clay Cove is designed to be a welcoming space for creativity and learning, and this class is open to individuals of all skill levels, ages 13 and older. Join us for this exciting journey into the art of pottery.

The Dates of this class are:

December 5th 5-7:30pm

December 6th 5-7:30pm

December 12th 5-7:30pm

December 13th 5-7:30pm

Please dress to get clay on you. It may get messy!

We ask that long hair be tied back, especially during the wheel class.

You are welcome to bring a water or a non-alchoholic beverage of your choice.

This is a non-refundable class.

We do have a minimum number of students we must meet in order to hold this class.

If it is not met, you will be notified and fully refunded.

Please Note:

We require all monthly members to take this introduction to clay series.

Once the series is completed, you will be welcome to come in and build anytime you would like.