The Clay CoOp offers classes for adult students 18+ in its expanded space, ‘The Classroom’. We will be continuing to offer many new opportunities for our community to connect with clay and learn from our artist instructors. Check out the information below to see what best suits your needs.
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Fall Classes 2024
Please read prior to enrollment:
We will be continuing to build two absences into the schedule and cost calculation for our classes. This means that an eight week class will be priced at what was previously the cost of a six week class! Feel free to attend all eight weeks as a bonus! We do reserve the ability to use one of these absences in the event of inclement weather. Please be aware that we do not offer additional make ups. Our shorter classes may have different absences built in as noted in the descriptions below.
Classes
Intermediate Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Monday (9/9-10/28) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Chris Landers
8 weeks - $390
In this class existing students will be exposed to more complex ideas of aesthetics, architecture, and utility. In addition to developing a working knowledge of the ceramic process, participants will be introduced to design as well as contemporary ceramics topics and aesthetic sensibilities.
Intro to the Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Monday (11/4-12/23) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Chris Landers
8 weeks - $390
In this class participants will learn the basics of the wheel. As a class we will throw, trim, and glaze. Two weeks after the classes end, students may pick up their finished pieces..
Beginner & Intermediate Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Tuesday (9/3-10/22) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Miranda Caswell
8 weeks - $390
In this class students will learn more fundamental skills of the wheel while being exposed to more complex ideas of aesthetics, architecture, and utility. In addition to developing a working knowledge of the ceramic process, participants will be introduced to design as well as contemporary ceramics topics and aesthetic sensibilities.
Beginner & Intermediate Handbuilding (Full, Waitlist Available)
Tuesday (10/29-12/17) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Miranda Caswell
8 weeks - $390
In this class participants will learn the basics of handbuilding. As a class we will use pinch, slab, and coil methods. The last class we will glaze our works to create finished functional objects. More advanced students will be given to opportunity to create two independent projects during this class. In recognition of the upcoming holidays, this program will have optional holiday components. Two weeks after the classes end, students may pick up their finished pieces.
Intro to the Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Wednesday (9/4-10/23) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Will Wilson
8 weeks - $390
In this class participants will learn the basics of the wheel. As a class we will throw, trim, and glaze. Two weeks after the classes end, students may pick up their finished pieces.
Intro to the Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Wednesday (10/30-12/18) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Will Wilson
8 weeks - $390
In this class participants will learn the basics of the wheel. As a class we will throw, trim, and glaze. Two weeks after the classes end, students may pick up their finished pieces.
Beginner & Intermediate Handbuilding and Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Thursday (9/5-10/24) 10am-12:30pm
Instructor: Chris Landers
8 weeks - $390
Beginners in this class will learn the basics of working with clay both on and off the wheel. We will focus on building a strong foundation of how to work with the materials while starting to explore esthetic sensibilities. Intermediate students will be given the opportunity to develop independent projects with the help and guidance of an instructor.
Beginner/Intermediate Handbuilding and Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Thursday (10/31-12/19 No Class 11/28) 10am-12:30pm
Instructor: Chris Landers
8 weeks - $390
Beginners in this class will learn the basics of working with clay both on and off the wheel. We will focus on building a strong foundation of how to work with the materials while starting to explore esthetic sensibilities. Intermediate students will be given the opportunity to develop independent projects with the help and guidance of an instructor. Please note this class only has one built in absence and one planned Holiday (Thanksgiving).
Beginner & Intermediate Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Thursday (9/5-10/24) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Will Wilson
8 weeks - $390
In this class students will learn more fundamental skills of the wheel while being exposed to more complex ideas of aesthetics, architecture, and utility. In addition to developing a working knowledge of the ceramic process, participants will be introduced to design as well as contemporary ceramics topics and aesthetic sensibilities.
Beginner & Intermediate Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Thursday (11/7-12/19 no class 11/28) 6-8:30pm
Instructor: Will Wilson
6 weeks - $325
In this class students will learn more fundamental skills of the wheel while being exposed to more complex ideas of aesthetics, architecture, and utility. In addition to developing a working knowledge of the ceramic process, participants will be introduced to design as well as contemporary ceramics topics and aesthetic sensibilities. Please note this class has one built in absence and one planned Holiday (Thanksgiving).
Intermediate Handbuilding and Wheel
Friday (9/6-10/25) 10am-12:30pm
Instructor: Chris Landers
8 weeks - $390
In this class, participants will explore both handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques to create dynamic and unique objects. By combining these methods, you'll be encouraged to think creatively and push the boundaries of traditional wheel throwing. This course is perfect for those looking to expand their skills and discover new possibilities in ceramics.
Beginner/Intermediate Handbuilding and Wheel
Friday (11/1-12/20 no class 11/29) 10am-12:30pm
Instructor: Chris Landers
8 weeks - $390
Beginners in this class will learn the basics of working with clay both on and off the wheel. We will focus on building a strong foundation of how to work with the materials while starting to explore esthetic sensibilities. Intermediate students will be given the opportunity to develop independent projects with the help and guidance of an instructor. Please note this class only has one built in absence and one planned Holiday (Thanksgiving).
Beginner & Intermediate Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Saturday (9/21-10/26) 10am-12:30pm
Instructor: Miranda Caswell
6 weeks - $325
In this class students will learn more fundamental skills of the wheel while being exposed to more complex ideas of aesthetics, architecture, and utility. In addition to developing a working knowledge of the ceramic process, participants will be introduced to design as well as contemporary ceramics topics and aesthetic sensibilities. Please note that there is only one built in absence for this class.
Beginner & Intermediate Wheel (Full, Waitlist Available)
Saturday (11/2-12/21) 10am-12:30pm
Instructor: Miranda Caswell
8 weeks - $390
In this class students will learn more fundamental skills of the wheel while being exposed to more complex ideas of aesthetics, architecture, and utility. In addition to developing a working knowledge of the ceramic process, participants will be introduced to design as well as contemporary ceramics topics and aesthetic sensibilities.
One Day Workshops
Slab Built Mug (Full, Waitlist Available)
Instructor: Chris Landers
Saturday (9/7) 10am-12pm
1 day workshop - $65
In this one day class you will build your very own mug from slabs. You will pick your glaze and come back two weeks later to pick up your finished piece.
Practicum Program
Monday-Wednesday 10am-2pm
16week(9/3-12/18) $825 (Full, Waitlist Available)
8week(9/3-10/23) $425 (Full, Waitlist Available)
8week(10/28- 12/18) $425 (Full, Waitlist Available)
Instructor: Chris Landers
Beginning this September, we will offer a new Practicum program! Participation in this program will give you access to The Clay Coop Monday through Wednesday from 10 am to 2 pm (except federal holidays). Each day will begin with an optional hour for instructor check-ins, demonstrations, or critiques. Participants may choose to work in both Hand Building and Wheel Throwing, as long as they have sufficient experience to work confidently without supervision.
The program will run for 16 weeks, with an option to sign up for 8-week segments. Those enrolled in the full 16-week program will have a guaranteed spot in subsequent cycles. All participants may opt into the next session/cycle by making a full payment 2 calendar weeks before the next cycle begins. Spots will be opened to the waitlist if current participants choose not to make this payment.
The cost of this program is $425 for an 8-week segment or $825 for the full 16-week practicum. This price includes one 25-pound block of clay provided every 8 weeks. Additional clay may be purchased for $55. This clay cost covers access to glaze, firing, and studio expenses associated with additional production. It also helps control the reclaiming of clay and the firing of unnecessary objects.