Class Sessions–2022: REGISTER EARLY
Session 1 Jan 2 – Feb 26
Session 2 Mar 13 – May 7
Session 3 May 22- July 16
Session 4 July 31 – Sep 24
Session 5 Oct 16 -December 10
Mixed Level Wheel:
Students of all skill levels—beginning, experienced and intermediate students are welcome. Beginner will learn the basic of working on the wheel—centering, opening, pulling, finishing—while more experienced students will be able to practice and hone skills to produce a body of work or one-of projects.
8 weeks: $280.00 (clay not included)
Sun. 4-7 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
Advanced Wheel:
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
Mixed Level Hand-Building/Wheel:
All skill levels. Class covers instruction in hand-building, wheel, various glazes and decorating techniques. Students may choose to hand build, work on the wheel or a combination of wheel and hand. We will discuss studio glazes and application and other decorating techniques. Students may use the slab roller, extruder, and all available studio resources for making their projects.
8 weeks: $280.00. (clay not included)
Tue. 7-10 p.m. – Fran Newquist
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.
Is there still room in the fifth session, beginning next week? I’m interested in the Wednesday time slot. Also, how much should I anticipate spending on clay and tools throughout the 8 weeks?
Hi, Meghan,
The Wednesday morning and the Wednesday evening classes are closed for the next session beginning on October 17.
We will be taking registration for the Winter Class (January 2, 2022) in early December.
There is an opening in the Tuesday evening mixed level handbuilding and wheel class that runs from 7 to 10.
Thank you for your interest and I apologize for my tardiness.
Fran
Hello! I’m interested in registering for your mixed level wheel class Wednesday 10-1pm beginning Oct 17th thanks!
Michelle
Hi, Michelle,
I apologize for being tardy in getting back to you.
There is room in the Wednesday morning class if you are still interested.
You may register by calling 703-330-1040 and pay by credit card.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Fran
Hello! I am a beginner and interested in registering for the Wednesday nights mixed level wheel class. Is there still room? If so, how do I register? Thanks in Advance, Maria
Hi, Maria,
The Wednesday evening class is closed for this session. Our next session will begin after the holidays–on January 2.
We will open registration around the first of December. We do not have on line registration so the best way to register is to call
703-330-1040.
Look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in class in 2022.
Fran
What if you just want to do one class? How much would that be?
One private class with an instructor is $60.00 per hour. Student must call two weeks in advance.
Our telephone is 703-330-1040