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14-week sessions:
Wheel Throwing: Foundations & Explorations       Tuesday Evening, 6-9 pm                     Jan 6 - April 14                Instructor: Sav Conrad
Wheel & Hand Building: Intro to Ceramics                Wednesday Evening, 6-9 pm            Jan 7 - April 15                Instructor: Jon Van Eck

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​Wheel & Hand Building: Intro to Ceramics

This course introduces students to both practical and expressive forms in clay through handbuilding and wheel throwing techniques. Students learn to make forms for multiple vessels (cups, mugs, bowls, etc) through wheel, slab and coil processes, surface decoration, glazing methods and more. There will be an opportunity for students to participate and try two additional firing techniques which produce unique surfaces to finished work. Students may repeat this course to develop a strong foundation in ceramics. ​Includes clay, glaze, and firing.

Wheel Throwing: Foundations & Explorations

This course is designed for both beginners and continuing students interested in wheel-thrown pottery. We’ll start by building a strong foundation in basic techniques, then apply those skills to a variety of creative projects. Students will explore wheel throwing and learn methods for altering wheel thrown objects, with projects increasing in complexity as the course progresses. We’ll also experiment with surface decoration techniques to enhance each piece. All students are encouraged to complete projects to the best of their ability. The course will include at least two specialty firings to showcase and finish your work. Includes clay, glaze, and firing.

7-week sessions:
Hand Building: Bring 2D ideas to life!             Wednesday Morning, 10am-1pm                 Jan 7-Feb 18               Instructor: Rae Baxter
Throwing with Rose                                                    Wednesday Morning, 10am-1pm                 Feb 25-April 15        Instructor: Rose Pengelly

Hand Building: Bring 2D ideas to life!

Throwing with Rose

Bring Your 2D Imagination to Life! Got sketches, doodles, or patterns waiting to leap off the page? Let’s turn them into real, touchable creations! In this class, you’ll transform your ideas into everything from a charming 3-inch plate or a stylish drinking vessel to an intricate birdhouse or even a bold 10-inch flower brick. Each week, we’ll dive into one to three exciting new forms, exploring how to design patterns, build structures, and make your concepts actually work in 3D. It’s the perfect mix of creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on fun—come build something amazing!

Get Ready to Spin! Have you ever wanted to master the art of throwing? Or maybe level up your skills? Join Rose on Wednesday mornings for a VPG Throw Down! Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you'll get hands-on wheel experience, creating unique, functional pieces that are as fun to make as they are to use. Don't miss out on this creative spin—let's make some magic happen with clay!
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Note:
No classes March 20-27 due to NCECA’s 60th Annual Conference, Volumes, in Detroit and VPG’s Workshop with Annie Chrietzberg 

All classes

• Open studio: The Guild is open to all current students Thu & Sat 10 am - 1 pm during the same weeks that classes are held, plus extra open studio session November 29.
• Student show will be held April 23 - invite your family and friends - details to be announced!
• Clay, glaze and firing is included. Crystalline glazing and Raku  firing is available to all classes - scheduling subject to instructor and kiln technical lead.
• Students will be expected to follow the syllabus and complete each project.  
• All classes are open to adults (18+) only.

• Fee: $455 for 14 week session ($15 discount if registered prior to  December 1 at midnight)
  $255 for 7-week session  ($15 discount if registered prior to  December 1 at midnight)
  
• Students will be accepted in the order in which registration is received.
• VPG reserves the right to cancel classes if minimum class sizes are not met, or due to unforeseen circumstances.
• Payment must be made to Village Potters Guild to secure a spot in the class.
• By registering, you agree to our Cancellation/Refund Policy.