Classes for Adults

 

Adult classes at Clay Space

FALL SEMESTER, SEPTEMBER 15TH-DECEMBER 14TH
12 week long summer session classes now available

Intro to Clay Making

Adult Beginner/Mixed Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • If you are a newbie to clay, this one’s for you!

    This class is for students to build with clay for the first time or to re-familiarize themselves with the various techniques in both wheel throwing and handbuilding. Each student will gain the fundamental knowledge of handbuilding and basic wheel throwing skills. Emphasis will be placed on the material of clay and students will handbuilding techniques of pinch, coil, slab, and extruded clay. Students will be introduced to the wheel, learning how to wedge, center, throw, trim, and glaze. Once students feel they have a good sense of each technique, students can focus their time on either handbuilding or wheel, or both. Various glaze and decoration techniques for finishing work will be introduced in this class. While this is geared towards beginners, it is open to anyone looking to brush up on these foundational skills or have access to both handbuilding and wheel in the same class.

Center & Throw

Adult Beginner/Mixed Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • Have you ever wanted to throw your own ceramic forms? Using a potter's wheel to make thrown objects is one of the most satisfying crafts to learn. We will teach you the basics of how to center a ball of clay on the wheel and turn it into a finished piece. You will be taught the basic steps and have plenty of time to practice, practice, practice! From wedging to glazing, you will finish the course with pride. Perfect for beginners and those with experience alike.

Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding For All

Adult All Levels
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • Students across all skill levels are welcome to join our adult Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding For All course! New students will be introduced to the foundations of using a variety of handbuilding methods and/or the potter's wheel: centering, opening the form, throwing cylinders, cups, bowls, and glazing their work. Intermediate students can take rudimentary practices to the next level by learning how to perfect your forms and create other elements to build on. Advanced participants will have the opportunity to choose their focus and customize their instructional experience based upon their interests and abilities. When we say “For All”, we mean everyone!

Leveling Up

Adult Intermediate Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • Prerequisite: have taken at least one beginning wheel-throwing class and are quite comfortable with the basics.

    Students across all skill levels are welcome to join our adult Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding For All course! New students will be introduced to the foundations of using a variety of handbuilding methods and/or the potter's wheel: centering, opening the form, throwing cylinders, cups, bowls, and glazing their work. Intermediate students can take rudimentary practices to the next level by learning how to perfect your forms and create other elements to build on. Advanced participants will have the opportunity to choose their focus and customize their instructional experience based upon their interests and abilities. When we say “For All”, we mean everyone!

 

Coil & Slab

Adult Intermediate & Advanced Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • Handbuilding is not only an effective way to create functional and sculptural work, but its applications are accessible and endless. For beginners, this class will focus on the basics of how clay works using the fundamental techniques of pinching, coiling, slab building, and extrusion. For those with some experience, you will learn how to push the limits and enhance your mastery. Advanced students will have the opportunity to work on individual goals with exceptional guidance. You will have the opportunity to move from one technique to another, using the gambit of tools and skills to create what you envision.

Handbuilding Tableware

Adult Intermediate & Advanced Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • Handbuilt tableware is fun and accessible to all. Plates, bowls, mugs, candleholders, you name it. These can all be made in clay without using the wheel. You’ll learn the basic techniques of pinching, coiling, slab building, and extrusion. These methods all lend themselves to creating objects for the table. Create that set of dinner plates or a cherished mug. You will be guided to the technique that fits your goals best and through firing and glazing, you’ll finish the semester with ware that will adorn your home or the perfect gifts.

Next Level

Adult Intermediate & Advanced Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • Prerequisite: have taken multiple beginning/intermediate wheel-throwing classes and have confidence in all wheel throwing basics, including wedging, centering, and have knowledge of ceramic process.

    Now that you’ve mastered the basics and have grown your practice with more complex wheel thrown work, you’re ready to dive into this mixed-level advanced class. You’ll be challenged to throw a variety of more advanced forms and learn how to create components such as lids, spouts, handles, and matching sets. You’ll be combining handbuilding techniques and will finish your work with surface decoration and more in depth glazing.

Independent Study Ceramics

Adult Advanced Level
$750 PER 12 WEEK FULL SEMESTER

  • *Permission from the instructor is needed for registration by emailing Min. Once approved, you may register.

    In this independent study environment, you will gain a wealth of information, knowledge, and exposure that a semester class cannot provide. You will grow in your desired areas and receive the attention you need.
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    Student will be meeting once a week in group or individually by appointment with Min.

    In this independent study class, students receive personalized instruction from Min Choi, an experienced maker and teacher. Whether you're advanced or a professional, you can bring your plan, ideas, technical difficulties, or inspiration to work with Min to achieve your goals. Each student has access to Min for questions, answers, and guidance.

    This "open studio" style class allows ceramists of all interests and skill levels to improve their craft in a collaborative setting. There are no weekly group classes, but students will meet with Min once a week for an hour by appointment. Demonstrations are based on student requests and there is unlimited bench time.

 
 

Class Details

Supplies:

  • The class fee includes clay and glaze.

  • Firings are 6 cents per cubic inch for both firings.

  • As a registered student you will have 3 hours per week of bench time. 12-week Session students can purchase a $100 Unlimited Bench time Card for extra practice hours! [Summer only, 8-week card here]

  • Depending on your class selection, please be prepared to purchase Clay Space Tool Kits and supplies if you do not already have them. Each class registration has descriptions and links to all products sold in our shop! They can be stored in the classroom and towels and aprons should be taken home weekly for cleaning.

  • Clay Space is open to students M-Sa 10am-9.30pm, Su 10am-9pm during every semester.

COVID-19 Protocols:

Clay Space is mask optional. If the CDC guidelines change at any point before or during the session we will follow the state’s requirements. In the event of a shut down, wherever possible, we will provide materials and online instruction to fulfill the remainder of the session. Where this is not possible, we will give you credit towards another current or future class, firing, or materials.

Missed Class Policy:

We do our best to work with your schedule and offer up to 3 makeups to our students to be used within the current semester only. To make up a class, you must arrive at a comparable class on time and wait to see if there is an open spot. If there is not, you cannot make up the class at this time. If there is a spot, ask the instructor if you can attend. They have the option to agree or not. Makeups cannot be guaranteed and there is no refund for missed classes. If you cannot fulfill a makeup class, you can receive an additional 3 hours of benchtime for this missed class. Email Education@clayspacebk.com with your class information to receive these accommodations, but do not ask us to arrange a make up.

Cancellation Policy:

If you register for the wrong class, please email to be transferred, do not double book, or you will be charged a change of registration fee of 3%.

To request a cancellation and full refund minus a $50 processing fee, you must contact us in writing within 10 days prior to the first class of your session. A refund of 50% (of the entire class fee) will be honored if requested within 1 week of the first class. There are no refunds or tuition applied to another semester once the session begins. Students are responsible to pay for the entire semester if they have chosen the payment plan. Email Education@clayspacebk.com with your cancellation request.

Because of the uncertainty with COVID-19, if the CDC guidelines change at any point before or during the session we will follow the state’s requirements.

Waitlist:

If open spots become available in a waitlisted course, waitlisted students will be contacted to register. Please note, we notify the whole waitlist at once and space in classes is first come first serve.

We May Cancel:

If the class does not fill sufficiently, we may cancel and try to move students to another class, apply tuition to another class or semester, or provide a full refund.

Video & Photographs:

Clay Space reserves the right to use photographs and/or videos taken during classes & workshops to market and promote our programs. Any student or legal guardian who does not wish to have his or her child photographed will be able to opt-out during registration.