2019 Class Schedule
Class Sessions–2019: REGISTER EARLY
Session 1 Jan 2—Mar 2
Session 2 March 17—May 11
Session 3 May 26 – July 20
Session 4 Aug 11 – Sept 28
Session 5 Oct 13 – Dec 7
Beginning Wheel:
An overall introduction to clay for beginners and experienced beginners who wish to work on the potter’s wheel. Students will learn methods for centering clay, throwing cylinders and bowls.
8 weeks: $280.00 (clay not included)
Sun. 4-7 p.m. Fran Newquist
Tue. 7-10 p.m. Fran Newquist
Wed. 10-1 p.m. Fran Newquist
Wed. 7-10 p.m. Jane Cullum
Fri. 1-4 p.m. Jane Cullum
Intermediate Wheel:
Concentration on functional forms. Emphasis on skill building, form, decorating and glazing. Students may complete work for gas kiln for an additional firing fee.
8 weeks: $280.00 (clay not included)
Tue. 10-1 p.m. Fran Newquist
Thu. 7-10 p.m. Jane Cullum
Sat. 1-4 p.m. Jane Cullum
Focus on development of an individual style through demonstrations and informal critiques. Special emphasis on decorating techniques. May complete work for gas, Raku and soda/kiln for an additional firing fee.
8 weeks: $280.00 (clay not included)
Mon. 6-9 p.m. Fran Newquist
Thu. 10:30-1:30 p.m. Jane Cullum
Hand Building Classes:
Exploration of hand building techniques using several methods of construction: pinch, coil, and slab to create functional pottery.
8 weeks: $280.00. (clay not included)
Tue. 7-10 p.m. Fran Newquist
Sat. 12-3 Susan Stamper
Beginning Wheel for Teens:
Geared for the younger student. Great chance to learn the basics of the potters’ wheel in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Students will learn basic throwing techniques – centering, opening and throwing small bowls and cylinders.
8 weeks: $225.00 (clay not included)
Thu. 4-6 p.m. Jay Lerch
Class Clay: $35.00 / 25 lbs.
Private Class: $60.00 per hour
Open Studio: $15.00 per hour
Student Lab:* $80.00 for 10 hours
Non-Student Lab: $90.00 for 10 hours
Studio Rental: $125.00 per month
(1 shelf & use of studio wheel)
Resident Studio: $200.00 per month
(24/7 access; must furnish own wheel)
Glaze Kitchen: $15.00 per hour plus cost of dry materials
Kitchen Procedure: Check in at front desk for a form, print out your recipe and information. Clean up required or future use of kitchen will be restricted. Use safety precautions – respirator, gloves, no food or drink in glaze kitchen area.
Glazes: We will make your glaze for a per pound cost which includes cost of dry materials, packaging and handling.
Pre-registration required for all classes.
Make up: Students may make up one (1) missed class per session. You will receive a 3-hour make-up card to be used on your own not during a class. Card expires after session.
Refund policy: 100% of class will be refunded with request prior to first class or if class is cancelled. 50% refund prior to second (2nd) class. No refund after 2nd class.
Class fees listed are for instruction only. Students should anticipate additional costs for clay and tools.
*Student Lab available for students registered for current session.
I’m a beginner and am interested in learning the wheel. When do the classes begin? I travel some..can a class be made up? Thanks.
Shelley
Hi Shelley,
We welcome beginners who want to learn to throw on the wheel and would suggest you start with the class “Beginning Wheel”. Here’s the schedule for that class:
Sun. 4-7 p.m.
Tue. 10-1 p.m.
Tue . 7-10 p.m.
Wed. 10-1 p.m.
Wed. 7-10 p.m.
Fri. 1-4 p.m.
Sat. 1-4 p.m.
Each time slot is a different class, so you just pick what class is most convenient for you. Classes run in sessions and it would probably be best if you join a class at the beginning of a session. Here’s the session schedule:
Session 1: Jan 5 – March 1, 2014
Session 2: March 16 – May 3, 2014
Session 3: May 18 – July 12, 2014
Session 4: August 3 – September 27, 2014
Session 5: October 12 – December 6, 2014
Also, we do allow for make up classes if you miss a week. That’s no problem. We are very flexible. Please feel free to call the studio at 703-330-1040 if you need any clarification or have further questions.
I’d be interested in getting class notices, especially for fused glass classes. Thanks!