ADULT WORKSHOPS
These workshops are for those with little or no experience in clay. They are designed to introduce you to the basics and the best way to start working with clay. It helps to take the Intro handbuilding class even if you are interested in the pottery wheel.
Our class sizes are kept small so that sessions can be structured around the individual student.
INTRODUCTION TO THE POTTERY WHEEL 3 WEEK WORKSHOP
Never used the pottery wheel before? This 3 week workshop will introduce you to the basics of throwing. You will have a chance to take a spin through the process. There will be demonstrations, drills and one on one support. The first 2 weeks making the vessels, and trimming, the 3rd week you will be able to glaze your work. There is a 2 week turnaround where you can then pick up your finished piece. Ages 18 and up
SATURDAY 10:00AM - 12:30PM
#PS 5 4/12, 4/26, 5/3
#PS 6 5/10, 5/17, 5/31
#PS 7 6/7, 6/14, 6/21
Tuition: 3 week session $180
Additional non-refundable minimum $20 fee towards firing.
TOTAL $200
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INTRO HANDBUILDING 3 WEEK WORKSHOP
Handbuilding is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using the hands, fingers, and simple tools. This class will introduce the basic handbuilding techniques used to build functional pottery forms. The class will focus mostly on slab building techniques using bisque molds and stamps, but will also cover the basics of pinch pots and coil building. No previous experience in clay is needed for this class. The first 2 classes you will be building your projects and the 3rd class you will glaze. There is a 2 week turnaround for pick up. Ages 18 and up
WEDNESDAY 6:30PM - 9:00PM
#W -5 4/9, 4/23, 4/30
#W-6 5/7, 5/14, 5/21
#W-7 5/28, 6/4, 6/11
Tuition: 3 week session $180
Additional non-refundable minimum $20 fee towards firing
TOTAL $200
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HANDBUILDING AND POTTERY WHEEL SUNDAY SAMPLER ages 12 and up
Want to try out working with clay? In this class you will get a feel for handbuilding, an important technique to understand the material, Many clay artists use this method to make all kinds of functional and sculpture work. You will also get a chance to take a spin on the pottery wheel. Having a taste of both will give you an idea of both options to see if it’s for you without a long commitment to a full session. Ages 12 and up
Please note that you will not create a finished piece to take home in this class.
SUNDAY 1:30-4:00PM 4/6, 4/13, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15
Tuition: Single session $70
Cancellation Policy
Refunds requested more than one week prior to the first class are refundable tuition minus $75 administration fee. Refunds requested within one week of the first class are 50% refundable. There will be no refunds once the class begins in any circumstance, nor can we transfer you to a later semester.
Missed Classes
There are no make ups. Please schedule according to your availability
*CANCELED CLASSES If Manhattan Youth has to cancel a class due to weather, emergencies, etc. we will schedule an open studio during that semester for students who are enrolled for that particular class.