Handbuilding 6pm-9pm
Tuesdays 6pm-9pm
Beginner-Intermediate
Meets every Tuesday from 6:00-9:00pm with Robert Abrams during the session you choose from the drop down menu below
Read more about the instructor here: Meet Our Staff
Session 1: Jan 7th- Feb. 11th (6 weeks)
Led by the skilled and engaging Robert Abrams, this class is perfect for students of all levels who aspire to master the art of Hancbuilding. Whether you're a novice eager to experience the thrill of shaping clay or an experienced potter seeking to refine your technique, this course has something for everyone. Robert, a master of both storytelling and pottery instruction, brings his unique blend of creativity and expertise to the classroom, ensuring a dynamic and enriching learning experience for all.
Throughout the course, Robert will focus on laying a strong foundation in handbuilding fundamentals, covering essential techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab work along with glazing and other slip and surface decoration techniques. Students are encouraged to reach beyond their comfort zone no matter the skill level. Along with weekly demos, Robert will work one on one with students to help with their projects.
Beginners will benefit from Robert's patient and hands-on approach, as he guides them through the basics and provides personalized instruction to address individual needs.
For intermediate to advanced students, the class will delve deeper into more advanced techniques. One on one guidance and valuable insights from Robert will elevate your individual projects and skills to the next level.
Please note: There will be no Pottery wheel instruction or guidance offered during this class. All instructional focus will be on handbuilding.
Price includes $50 materials fee to cover the cost of clay, glaze and firing services. In order to reduce our studio's environmental impact, all courses include 15 lbs of reclaim clay and one flat rate firing and glaze fee. All other clay bodies are still available for purchase in studio.
Adult students must have their own tools. Starter tool kits can be purchased on the first day of class at the studio for $25/kit (plus tax).
To sign up choose a session date from the drop down menu.