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About This Class:
This class meets Thursdays from 9a-12p, Sept 18th – Nov 13th (9 weeks)
POTTERY II is a 9-week intermediate-level clay class which has been called the “Frequent Flyer” class!
Since so many exciting new clay skills and techniques are introduced, most students choose to repeat the class several times, each time to focus on mastering a specific area of their personal interest.
Pottery II students work semi-independently in a series of broad assignment options which develop new skills and insights in clay as an art form.
Pottery II students are able to focus on either wheel or handbuilding, or both.The students will:
• set individual goals for their area(s) of interest.
• work to develop excellent craftsmanship and demonstrate an awareness of the elements & principles of design in their clay work.
• learn advanced pottery techniques including: making lids and sets, mastering handles, using colored clays, combining wheel and handbuilt forms, etc.
• learn more advanced decorating techniques including: underglazes on both raw and bisqued clay, wax and paper resist, embossing, sgraffito, mishima, monoprinting, airbrushing, screenprinting, etc.
• have options to work in various stoneware and porcelain clay bodies.
• participate in an ourdoor RAKU firing
• research the techniques and work of contemporary potters through current publications, books, and internet resources.
• participate in group discussion, analysis and critique.
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Additional studio times for pottery students:
Wednesdays 6 – 9 pm, Fridays 9 am – 12 pm, Saturdays 9 am – 12 pm, and other times by arrangement with instructors.
Note: Missed classes due to vacation or illness can be made up during open studio times or by special arrangement with instructors.
About the studio: The Museum Pottery Studio is a well-equipped, safe workspace which includes 12 wheels, 3 large electric kilns, a slab roller, a pugmill for recycling clay, 2 extruders, and all tools for classes. A studio library offers books, DVDs, magazines and publications. Extensive storage and shelving provides each student with a designated shelf for her/his on-going work and personal supplies.
About the instructors: Jeff & Jane Boswell have a long history with teaching, with clay, and with each other. They both have done graduate work in pottery and have enjoyed exhibiting and selling their work. The Boswells developed the Museum’s popular pottery program in 2010 and continue to oversee all classes which now include a talented team of assistant instructors.
Prerequisites:
Pottery I or permission of Instructors. Note: Potential students who have NOTtaken Pottery I at the Museum are encouraged to read the summary, “Starting Pottery II? What You Already Know” (Click Here for PDF). Please contact the instructors.
Class Fees:
$200
Fee includes 25 lbs clay and ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING ELSE: glazes, firings, and use of all tools, supplies and studio equipment. Additional clay is available at $17 per 25lb bag. Note: students have the option to recycle their own clay after being trained to use the studio pugmill.
For More Information, Contact:
Jeff and Jane Boswell
home: 765-742-4388
Jeff cell: 765-414-1407
Jane cell: 765-414-1406
JeffandJaneBoswell@comcast.net
