*Designed for advanced students looking to expand their knowledge and skills in raku firing, this workshop is an intensive, one-day experience focused on advanced glazing and firing techniques. Participants should come prepared with 4-5 bisque-fired pieces ready for glazing.

Students will explore innovative approaches to surface design and color development, while also learning how to control and manipulate the unique effects of the raku process. *Final enrollment contingent upon pre-approval by raku instructor, Sarah DeBaun. 

Ceramic artist, Susan Mentrak, will demonstrate her unique approach to building large-scale coil vessels and creating textured surface decoration. Students will complete one large coiled vessel during this 5-part series. Designed for students who have completed one ceramics class and/or are familiar with the basic techniques of working with clay. 

Advanced ceramics students are eligible for independent study at CMA. This option is available for a limited number of students who have taken at least three ceramics classes at CMA. Tuition fee provides access to the studio during open studio hours, a locker for storage, access to studio tools and equipment, and a professional teaching artist mentor who is available during set times. Studio hours run concurrently with the Museum’s open hours and the seasonal  ceramics class schedule.

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.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.

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.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.

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.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.

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.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.