This class introduces students to ceramic hand-building through coiling and slab techniques. By combining these skills, students will construct forms ranging from boxes to sculpture over the course of the class. They will also explore surface treatments and glazing methods that enhance and complement their work. All materials provided; all skill levels welcome. Ages 16+; 10 seats available.
Additional costs to students for ceramics classes, not included in registration fee, and due first day of class:
Students will refine their skills in this 8-week intensive, small-group ceramics course. With the support of demonstrations and constructive feedback from the instructor, students will focus on building stronger throwing skills while creating functional ware like cups, bowls and mugs. Students will also focus on surface design and glaze application. This class is a precursor to a more advanced wheel throwing class; pre-existing wheel knowledge is a requirement for registration. Ages 18+; 6 seats available.
Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work. Students registered for Classic Ceramics are also entitled to utilize open studio hours throughout the 10-week class session.
Additional costs to students for ceramics classes, not included in registration fee, and due first day of class:
Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work. Students registered for Classic Ceramics are also entitled to utilize open studio hours throughout the 10-week class session.
Additional costs to students for ceramics classes, not included in registration fee, and due first day of class:
Form, surface design, glazing, and firing are explored in greater depth during this class. Designed for advanced students, with a prerequisite of four ceramics classes completed at CMA, or instructor approval. Students who have taken five or more CMA ceramics classes, or individuals deemed to be working at an apprentice level are required to complete their own firing in cooperation with the Canton Ceramic Artists Guild to deepen their understanding of the process. Students registered for Advanced Ceramics are also entitled to utilize open studio hours throughout the 10-week class session.
Learn the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create springtime animals. All skill levels are welcome, all materials provided.
Learn the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create a flower most associated with beauty and femininity. All materials provided, all skill levels are welcome.
