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About the Course

Clay Workshop Sessions with Ethan McKellar

This class was built for intermediate level students who want to improve their throwing technique, learn new forms, and receive troubleshooting help. Each session will be offered seperately, feel free to sign up for all four!


Week 1 Session: Throwing & Altering Form - $30 - April 22nd from 6pm - 8pm

An all-in session on improving throwing, working with students on their individual goals (throwing more consistently, throwing larger etc.), and introducing different methods of altering the form (collaring, bellying, and spouts). Open for students who want to work on their throwing.

Week 2 Session: Trimming and Decorating - $30 - April 29th from 6pm - 8pm

Continuation of Week 1, working with the clay at a proper state of trimming and handles (pulling and handbuilding). Additional information on slip and sprig molding to further the surface decoration. Open for students who are want to work on their design and details (mixed level), come with leather soft-hard clay.

Week 3 Session: Glaze and Surface - $30 - May 6th from 6pm - 8pm

Now that the work has been bisque-fired, we'll go over the best methods of glazing, various oxides, and different application methods (glaze trailing, wax resist, and spray). Open for students who want to improve their glaze application and learn different techniques, come with bisqueware.

Week 4 Session: Feedback and Progress - Free, registration required - May 13th from 6pm-8pm

Post-glaze firing, we'll examine the work that has come from the kiln and identify what we like, what we expected, and what we didn't expect. We'll use the notes to understand what to do next time. Open for students who want feedback and discuss their results, come with finished work and glaze notes.


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Registration fee: $30/session, last session free

You do not need to bring any materials.

Registration is required 3 days before the start of a class or workshop.

You are not registered unless paid in full.

You will need to register each person separately to get all discounts.

Please review our refund policy.

Need help? Call Emily at 864.633.5051

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