Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This adult class offers an introduction to the comprehensive process of ceramics and pottery, and students will practice both wheel throwing and hand building techniques. Other skills that will be covered include: wedging, trimming, and attachments. Each class will start with a specific skill-focused demonstration, and students can expect supportive guidance from our instructor.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. While participants will not be able to complete a project in a single class, they are encouraged to take another class and/or open studio to complete their project.
Firings occur when there is enough work to fill the kiln.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
What kid doesn’t like to play with clay?! Kids will learn the basics of working with clay while also exploring additional material possibilities. We’ll produce fun projects that will become treasured mantel pieces, however, they won’t be able to take projects home the same day. As is the nature of working with clay, all projects must thoroughly dry and be fired (which takes about 2 weeks). Then, you can enjoy your morning coffee out of the handmade mug your little one made for you.
Participants must be 6 or older to participate. The cost the class includes clay, tools and firing. Non-members $15 Members $12
Instructor: Kia Neill
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
To offer a high-quality experience for all participants, if you need to register for 4 or more spots, we recommend that you contact Drea Edwards at drea@breckcreate.org to arrange a private youth class.
Please note that if your youth is struggling to maintain appropriate behaviors, remain engaged with the class activities or is compromising the safety of themselves or others after several redirections from the instructor, we will contact you to pick them up before the end of class. No refunds will be issued.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will discuss and demonstrate proper ceramic glazing techniques for mid-range-firing. Perfect for the student who has made ceramic pieces and needs glaze instruction or for experienced students that would like to learn new glazing techniques.
This class is designed for past clay hand-building participants or BCA ceramics open studio patrons that need glazing instructions for their bisque ware. Please make sure your pieces are bisque fired and ready to be glazed before class. *No outside studio bisque ware allowed, only bisque ware made in BCA ceramics studio.
Participants must be 15 or older to participate. The cost of the class includes glaze, use of tools, and other studio equipment.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
For classes taking place on the Arts District campus, participants should check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This adult class offers an introduction to the comprehensive process of ceramics and pottery, and students will practice both wheel throwing and hand building techniques. Other skills that will be covered include: wedging, trimming, and attachments. Each class will start with a specific skill-focused demonstration, and students can expect supportive guidance from our instructor.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. While participants will not be able to complete a project in a single class, they are encouraged to take another class and/or open studio to complete their project.
Firings occur when there is enough work to fill the kiln.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
What kid doesn’t like to play with clay?! Kids will learn the basics of working with clay while also exploring additional material possibilities. We’ll produce fun projects that will become treasured mantel pieces, however, they won’t be able to take projects home the same day. As is the nature of working with clay, all projects must thoroughly dry and be fired (which takes about 2 weeks). Then, you can enjoy your morning coffee out of the handmade mug your little one made for you.
Participants must be 6 or older to participate. The cost the class includes clay, tools and firing. Non-members $15 Members $12
Instructor: Kia Neill
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
To offer a high-quality experience for all participants, if you need to register for 4 or more spots, we recommend that you contact Drea Edwards at drea@breckcreate.org to arrange a private youth class.
Please note that if your youth is struggling to maintain appropriate behaviors, remain engaged with the class activities or is compromising the safety of themselves or others after several redirections from the instructor, we will contact you to pick them up before the end of class. No refunds will be issued.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
During this class you will learn power tool safety along with the correct tool to use for each application. You’ll create simple projects that will enforce your newly learned skills and will be complete by the end of class.
Instructor: Allen Schapansky
Projects are listed below.
01/08/22: Snowcapped Mountain Shelf
01/22/22: Outdoor Planter Stand
02/05/22: Outdoor Art with Frame
02/19/22: Three Legged Stool
03/05/22: Snowcapped Mountain Shelf
03/19/22: Outdoor Planter Stand
04/02/22: Shadow Boxes
04/16/22: Three Legged Stool
04/30/22: Next Box/Bird House
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This adult class offers an introduction to the comprehensive process of ceramics and pottery, and students will practice both wheel throwing and hand building techniques. Other skills that will be covered include: wedging, trimming, and attachments. Each class will start with a specific skill-focused demonstration, and students can expect supportive guidance from our instructor.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. While participants will not be able to complete a project in a single class, they are encouraged to take another class and/or open studio to complete their project.
Firings occur when there is enough work to fill the kiln.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
What kid doesn’t like to play with clay?! Kids will learn the basics of working with clay while also exploring additional material possibilities. We’ll produce fun projects that will become treasured mantel pieces, however, they won’t be able to take projects home the same day. As is the nature of working with clay, all projects must thoroughly dry and be fired (which takes about 2 weeks). Then, you can enjoy your morning coffee out of the handmade mug your little one made for you.
Participants must be 6 or older to participate. The cost the class includes clay, tools and firing. Non-members $15 Members $12
Instructor: Kia Neill
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
To offer a high-quality experience for all participants, if you need to register for 4 or more spots, we recommend that you contact Drea Edwards at drea@breckcreate.org to arrange a private youth class.
Please note that if your youth is struggling to maintain appropriate behaviors, remain engaged with the class activities or is compromising the safety of themselves or others after several redirections from the instructor, we will contact you to pick them up before the end of class. No refunds will be issued.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
During this class you will learn power tool safety along with the correct tool to use for each application. You’ll create simple projects that will enforce your newly learned skills and will be complete by the end of class.
Instructor: Allen Schapansky
Projects are listed below.
01/08/22: Snowcapped Mountain Shelf
01/22/22: Outdoor Planter Stand
02/05/22: Outdoor Art with Frame
02/19/22: Three Legged Stool
03/05/22: Snowcapped Mountain Shelf
03/19/22: Outdoor Planter Stand
04/02/22: Shadow Boxes
04/16/22: Three Legged Stool
04/30/22: Next Box/Bird House
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
What kid doesn’t like to play with clay?! Kids will learn the basics of working with clay while also exploring additional material possibilities. We’ll produce fun projects that will become treasured mantel pieces, however, they won’t be able to take projects home the same day. As is the nature of working with clay, all projects must thoroughly dry and be fired (which takes about 2 weeks). Then, you can enjoy your morning coffee out of the handmade mug your little one made for you.
Participants must be 6 or older to participate. The cost the class includes clay, tools and firing. Non-members $15 Members $12
Instructor: Kia Neill
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
To offer a high-quality experience for all participants, if you need to register for 4 or more spots, we recommend that you contact Drea Edwards at drea@breckcreate.org to arrange a private youth class.
Please note that if your youth is struggling to maintain appropriate behaviors, remain engaged with the class activities or is compromising the safety of themselves or others after several redirections from the instructor, we will contact you to pick them up before the end of class. No refunds will be issued.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
What kid doesn’t like to play with clay?! Kids will learn the basics of working with clay while also exploring additional material possibilities. We’ll produce fun projects that will become treasured mantel pieces, however, they won’t be able to take projects home the same day. As is the nature of working with clay, all projects must thoroughly dry and be fired (which takes about 2 weeks). Then, you can enjoy your morning coffee out of the handmade mug your little one made for you.
Participants must be 6 or older to participate. The cost the class includes clay, tools and firing. Non-members $15 Members $12
Instructor: Kia Neill
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
To offer a high-quality experience for all participants, if you need to register for 4 or more spots, we recommend that you contact Drea Edwards at drea@breckcreate.org to arrange a private youth class.
Please note that if your youth is struggling to maintain appropriate behaviors, remain engaged with the class activities or is compromising the safety of themselves or others after several redirections from the instructor, we will contact you to pick them up before the end of class. No refunds will be issued.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
During this class you will learn power tool safety along with the correct tool to use for each application. You’ll create simple projects that will enforce your newly learned skills and will be complete by the end of class.
Instructor: Allen Schapansky
Projects are listed below.
01/08/22: Snowcapped Mountain Shelf
01/22/22: Outdoor Planter Stand
02/05/22: Outdoor Art with Frame
02/19/22: Three Legged Stool
03/05/22: Snowcapped Mountain Shelf
03/19/22: Outdoor Planter Stand
04/02/22: Shadow Boxes
04/16/22: Three Legged Stool
04/30/22: Next Box/Bird House
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
What kid doesn’t like to play with clay?! Kids will learn the basics of working with clay while also exploring additional material possibilities. We’ll produce fun projects that will become treasured mantel pieces, however, they won’t be able to take projects home the same day. As is the nature of working with clay, all projects must thoroughly dry and be fired (which takes about 2 weeks). Then, you can enjoy your morning coffee out of the handmade mug your little one made for you.
Participants must be 6 or older to participate. The cost the class includes clay, tools and firing. Non-members $15 Members $12
Instructor: Kia Neill
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.
To offer a high-quality experience for all participants, if you need to register for 4 or more spots, we recommend that you contact Drea Edwards at drea@breckcreate.org to arrange a private youth class.
Please note that if your youth is struggling to maintain appropriate behaviors, remain engaged with the class activities or is compromising the safety of themselves or others after several redirections from the instructor, we will contact you to pick them up before the end of class. No refunds will be issued.
Beginning November 1, 2021 as a requirement of entry, all guests 18 and older of BCA managed indoor public facilities must be fully vaccinated and will be required to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination along with a state issued driver’s license or ID. To be fully vaccinated, a guest must have received the second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or the first shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two weeks prior to the event date. Guests ages 2 to 17 will be required to wear a mask at all times regardless of vaccination status. You may read the full policy here.
This class will experience clay hand building through the method of slab construction and slab manipulation, pinching and coiling to create decorative and also functional pieces. Projects will include cylinder vessels, slab boxes and pockets, tumblers, cups, mugs and plates.
This class will also explore surface decorating techniques using underglazes and sgraffito as well as texture techniques and slip trailing that will make your utilitarian pieces come to life with design.
Please note that ceramics is a multistep process. Projects created in this class will not be completed until they are fired in a ceramic kiln. Kiln firings occur every 2 weeks. To pick up kiln fired pieces after two weeks, please see a Breck Create team member at Old Masonic Hall.
While participants will not be able to complete a fired project in one class, they are encouraged to take the Ceramic Glazing class or attend a Ceramic Open Studio to complete their projects.
Instructor: Melissa Michel
Class participants, even pre-registered, are required to check-in at Old Masonic Hall, 136 S. Main St., prior to class.