Pottery Classes (post COVID-19)
We’re not quite ready to hold pottery classes again yet, but the facility is now open for Open Studio Members. In an effort to maintain a safe environment for everyone, Open Studio is now a by-appointment process. Please just call or email the gallery to schedule a time and we’ll book you in the studio calendar. You may feel more comfortable working in solitude, or maybe you’ll want to coordinate with a friend who is also a studio member. Either way is up to you, but by booking studio appointments, we’re hoping everyone will be able to get their creative fix while still working safely within their own personal comfort levels.
As a store wide policy, we are asking everyone to wear a mask at all times in the building, and to sanitize their hands upon entry. We’ll continue to sanitize frequently touched surfaces (counters, doorknobs, handrails, etc) but ask that you please wash your hands with soap and water before and after using the studio to help keep our community safe.
Scheduled Classes
Get creative! Sign up online to join a scheduled class. Full tuition is due at registration to reserve your seat. A full refund less a 10% registration fee will be given if you withdraw from a class more than 7 days prior to the first day of class. No refund will be given after that time. A minimum of 3 students is required to hold a class. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to inadequate enrollment and other circumstances beyond our control. In the event of a cancellation a full refund will be given.
Perfect for beginners and intermediates alike! Led by Jennie Blair, this 10-hour class is an excellent introduction to pottery making, as well as a great way to improve your skill. Students will explore wheel throwing, trimming, making handles, decorating and glazing techniques. (All materials and firings are included in price.)
Wednesday evenings at 5pm | 4-week class starting March 29
Class 1: 3 hours, throwing
Class 2: 2 hours, throwing
Class 3: 3 hours, trimming and handles
Class 4: 2 hours, glazing
(The listing below has been left online to provide an example of our classes before COVID-19.)
Adult Classes 2020
Please register at least 3 days before your class is scheduled to begin. Full tuition is due at the time of registration. A full refund less a 10% registration fee will be given if you withdraw from a class at least five days prior to the first day of class. No refund will be given after that time. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to inadequate enrollment and other circumstances beyond our control. In the event of a cancellation a credit or full refund will be given. Click here to view the Class Calendar.
March 2020
Lids and Spouts
An advanced class for potters who are ready for the next step! Students in this class will learn a variety of different approaches to making spouts and lids for a variety of vessels. Explore what you can do with casseroles, teapots, chowder bowls, cookie jars and more! Two 12-hour classes are recommended as a prerequisite for this advanced class.
W20P12 Monday Mornings 10am-1pm 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
Two 12-hour classes are recommended as a prerequisite for this advanced class.
W20P14 Tuesday Evenings 5-8pm 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
Two 12-hour classes are recommended as a prerequisite for this advanced class.
Pottery on the Wheel
Perfect for beginners and intermediates alike! Led by Jennie Blair or Karissa Masse, these classes are an excellent introduction to pottery making, as well as a great way to improve your skill. Students will explore wheel throwing, trimming, making handles, decorating and glazing techniques.
W20P13 Tuesday Afternoons 1:30-4:30pm 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
W20P15 Wednesday Evenings 5-8pm 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
W20P16 Easy Plates on the Wheel
Throwing plates on the wheel can be physically demanding and anticlimactic, but not with this technique! Learn some hybrid wheel /slab-roller cheats to make plates simple and fun! A great way to stock your kitchen with your own stack.
Teacher: Karissa Masse
Thursday Evenings 4-6pm 3/12, 3/18, 3/25 (three 2-hour classes)
Ages: Teen-Adult Tuition: $100 (includes all materials and firings)
April 2020
Pottery on the Wheel
Perfect for beginners and intermediates alike! Led by Jennie Blair, these classes are an excellent introduction to pottery making, as well as a great way to improve your skill. Students will explore wheel throwing, trimming, making handles, decorating and glazing techniques.
SP20P1 Tuesday Mornings 10am-1pm 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
SP20P2 Tuesday Evenings 5-7pm 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
SP20P3 Wednesday Afternoons 1:30-4:30pm 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29 (four 3-hour classes)
Teacher: Jennie Blair Ages: teen-adult Tuition: $180
SP20P4 Bottles and Vases
Want to improve your throwing skills and learn to make tall narrow forms? Join Jennie Blair for tips and tricks to help you draw the clay up higher, to make bottles, vases, or pitchers. This class will help get you to the next level! Two 12-hour classes are recommended as a prerequisite for this advanced class.
Teacher: Jennie Blair
Wednesday Evenings 4-8pm 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29 (four 3-hour classes)
Ages: Teen-Adult Tuition: $180 (includes all materials and firings)
Two 12-hour classes are recommended as a prerequisite for this advanced class.
SP20P5 Easy Plates on the Wheel
Throwing plates on the wheel can be physically demanding and anticlimactic, but not with this technique! Learn some hybrid wheel /slab-roller cheats to make plates simple and fun! A great way to stock your kitchen with your own stack.
Teacher: Karissa Masse
Thursday Evenings 4-6pm 4/16, 4/23, 4/30 (three 2-hour classes)
Ages: Teen-Adult Tuition: $100 (includes all materials and firings)
Kids Classes
Giving Gnome
Learn basic hand building techniques and make an adorable Giving Gnome for the holidays! This is a great project for children, as well as adults, so bring the whole family! Your Giving Gnome can help your kids save money for Christmas gifts, or support your favorite charity during the season of giving.
Teacher: Karissa Masse Jacobs
Date/Time: Thurs/Friday November 7/8, 4pm-6pm (two 2-hour classes)
Ages: 5-Adult
Tuition: $59 (includes all materials and firings)
Space is limited! Call 603-356-2441 to reserve a space in your class!
We’ve been adding classes to meet the demand, so please check back soon to see new classes listed since your last visit!
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