of art & design
For clay classes and studio use, participants must be age 14 or older. All classes include a pass for access to the clay studio for the current semester. Workshops do not include a studio pass but workshop participants may purchase a studio pass at the level I price.
The studio is
also available for use without taking a class.
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Cancellations: For a refund, the Crafts Center staff must be notified of a cancellation at least 7 days before the class or workshop begins; $10 is non-refundable. If the class or workshop is cancelled by the Crafts Center, you will receive a full refund.
Absences: To receive the best experience and get the most out of your class, attendance at all classes is important as there are no provisions for make-up sessions for missed classes.
For NCSU Students Only - Wood you like to Clay a game of Chess? and Beat the Heat: Session A. Find all the details on the NCSU Students Only page & view more classes especially for NC State Students.
INTRODUCTION TO THE POTTER’S WHEEL
Instructor: Jennifer Siegel
Would you like to learn how to work on the pottery wheel? This class covers the fundamentals of throwing basic forms: wedging, centering, forming and pulling walls to make cylinder forms, mugs, bowls and vases. You then will learn to trim and glaze to create finished pots. Practice time outside of class is strongly suggested to develop throwing skills. Supply fee includes initial bag of clay.
Section A: Tuesday evenings for 6 weeks, 6:30 – 9:30 pm,
beginning May 21
Section B: Thursday evenings for 6 weeks, 6:30 – 9:30 pm,
beginning May 23
Supply fee
$18
Class fee
I = $49
II = $88
III = $98
THE 3-WEEK CUP CHALLENGE
Instructor: Barbara McKenzie
Join Barbara in making 2 dozen handbuilt cups (you may make less or more!) in just three weeks. At the beginning of the first 2 class sessions, different forming techniques will be demonstrated. They vary from using slabs and templates to using coil and pinch methods. Methods of combining these techniques, as well as employing various surface treatments, will be shown, with emphasis on discovery and experimentation. Traditional pulled handles will be demonstrated in addition to other handle techniques. Glazing techniques will be demonstrated during the third session. By the end of the class, you should have an assortment of cups that are both personal and useful. Supply fee includes initial bag of clay.
Tuesday evenings for 3 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning May 28
Supply Fee
$18
Class fee
I = $25
II = $44
III = $89
CONTINUING HANDBUILDING
Instructor: Jo Ellen Westmoreland
For students who have already had an introductory class in handbuilding and are ready to continue on with more advanced projects and techniques. Lidded boxes, trays, and pouring vessels such as a teapot, ewer, or pitcher will be some of our projects in this class. Surface decoration and glazing will also be discussed. Supply fee includes initial bag of clay.
Prerequisites: Previous handbuilding experience required.
Monday evenings for 5 weeks, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning July 1
Supply Fee
$18
Class fee
I = $41
II = $74
III = $82
For NCSU Students Only - Wood you like to Clay a game of Chess? and Beat the Heat: Session A. Find all the details on the NCSU Students Only page & view more classes especially for NC State Students.
CRAFTS CENTER INFORMATION: 919.515.2457