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CERAMICS 

SUMMER 2024

See WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS for additional ceramics offerings. 

See MULTIGENERATIONAL, WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES, and CHILDREN AND TEENS for addtional ceramics offerings. 

Click here to view Spring 2024 Classes

 

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F90324 Introductory to Advanced Studio Lab AM, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Clarice Allgood
Skill Level: ALL

This course, open to all skill levels, covers basic throwing and handbuilding techniques for beginners to more advanced assemblage, subtraction and alteration on and off the wheel. Instruction on glazing, wax and other surface treatments for finishing work will be available. Individualized instruction, demonstrations and discussions will reflect the specific interests of students. Students may choose to work with suggested projects or may prefer to develop their ideas individually. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 6/17/2024 and ending 7/15/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 230.00 ea.

G90324 Introductory to Advanced Studio Lab AM, Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Clarice Allgood
Skill Level: ALL

This course, open to all skill levels, covers basic throwing and handbuilding techniques for beginners to more advanced assemblage, subtraction and alteration on and off the wheel. Instruction on glazing, wax and other surface treatments for finishing work will be available. Individualized instruction, demonstrations and discussions will reflect the specific interests of students. Students may choose to work with suggested projects or may prefer to develop their ideas individually. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 7/22/2024 and ending 8/19/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 230.00 ea.

F91224 Introductory to Advanced Studio Lab PM, Mondays, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Clarice Allgood
Skill Level: ALL

This course, open to all skill levels, covers basic throwing and handbuilding techniques for beginners to more advanced assemblage, subtraction and alteration on and off the wheel. Instruction on glazing, wax and other surface treatments for finishing work will be available. Individualized instruction, demonstrations and discussions will reflect the specific interests of students. Students may choose to work with suggested projects or may prefer to develop their ideas individually. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 6/17/2024 and ending 7/15/2024 at 1:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 230.00 ea.

G91224 Introductory to Advanced Studio Lab PM, Mondays, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Clarice Allgood
Skill Level: ALL

This course, open to all skill levels, covers basic throwing and handbuilding techniques for beginners to more advanced assemblage, subtraction and alteration on and off the wheel. Instruction on glazing, wax and other surface treatments for finishing work will be available. Individualized instruction, demonstrations and discussions will reflect the specific interests of students. Students may choose to work with suggested projects or may prefer to develop their ideas individually. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 7/22/2024 and ending 8/19/2024 at 1:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 230.00 ea.

F90524 Pottery in the Making, Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Sold Out)
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill Level: ALL

Expand your skills on the potter's wheel and/or handbuilding through demonstrations, discussions, critiques and an exploration into the art of glazing. High-fire, raku, and soda firing will be explored. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 15 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 6/25/2024 and ending 8/13/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 367.00 ea.

F90024 Beginning/Intermediate Pottery, Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m. (Sold Out)
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill Level: ALL

This class is for beginners and advanced potters alike. Beginners will be introduced to the potter's wheel as well as handbuilding. Experienced students will work with the instructor to develop their own projects. High-fire, raku and soda firing will be explored. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 15 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 6/25/2024 and ending 8/13/2024 at 6:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 367.00 ea.

F91024 The Hand and the Wheel, Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Andrew Rivera
Skill Level: ALL

Explore the possibilities of clay as an expression of hospitality and tradition as you learn to create functional ceramics for use in your home. Throwing and handbuilding techniques will be presented, along with techniques for enriching your creations with slip decoration and glazing. A variety of clays and firing methods will be available for your projects. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 6/19/2024 and ending 7/17/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 230.00 ea.

G91024 The Hand and the Wheel, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Andrew Rivera
Skill Level: ALL

Explore the possibilities of clay as an expression of hospitality and tradition as you learn to create functional ceramics for use in your home. Throwing and handbuilding techniques will be presented, along with techniques for enriching your creations with slip decoration and glazing. A variety of clays and firing methods will be available for your projects. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 7/24/2024 and ending 8/21/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 230.00 ea.

F94424 Ceramic Sculpture AM, Wednesdays, 9:30a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Sold Out)
Instructor: Krissy Catt
Skill level: AB, I, AD

In this off-the-wheel class, students create a wide variety of projects ranging from figurative work (animals and human) to realistic or abstract forms, to clay totems, and more. You will learn proper interior structure for a sculpture made of clay and have fun with surface design and textures. It's important that you come to the first class with an idea, sketch or image of the project you intend to create, so our studio time can be used to complete it. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 12
Ages 16 and up
Irregular classes scheduled starting 6/19/2024 and ending 8/14/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 367.00 ea.

F94124 Ceramic Sculpture PM, Wednesdays, 1 - 4 p.m. (Sold Out)
Instructor: Krissy Catt
Skill level: AB, I, AD

In this off-the-wheel class, students create a wide variety of projects ranging from figurative work (animals and human) to realistic or abstract forms, to clay totems, and more. You will learn proper interior structure for a sculpture made of clay and have fun with surface design and textures. It's important that you come to the first class with an idea, sketch or image of the project you intend to create, so our studio time can be used to complete it. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 12
Ages 16 and up
Irregular classes scheduled starting 6/19/2024 and ending 8/14/2024 at 1:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 367.00 ea.

F90624 Exploring Clay, Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Sold Out)
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill level: ALL

This class is for beginners and advanced potters alike. Beginners will be introduced to the potter's wheel as well as handbuilding. Experienced students will work with the instructor to develop their own projects. High-fire, raku and soda firing will be explored. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 15 and up
Irregular classes scheduled starting 6/27/2024 and ending 8/22/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 367.00 ea.

G97624 Summer Made of Clay, Thursdays, 6 - 9 p.m.
Instructor: Ernest Miller
Skill level: ALL

Clay can be everyday functional as well as a material to illustrate sculptural ideas. In this class, students will be wheel-throwing functional cups and teapots as well as large vessels such as vases and planters. There will be plenty of demonstrations for the beginning potter while encouraging independent idea exploration for the more experienced. Students will finish their work in a high-fire reduction kiln. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 14 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Thursday starting 7/11/2024 and ending 8/22/2024 at 6:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 322.00 ea.

F92224 Beginning/Intermediate Ceramics, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Brad Benn
Skill level: B, AB, I

Learn to throw, develop your throwing skills as a potter, and learn hand-building techniques in this class, open to beginning and intermediate students. A variety of projects and new ideas will be presented, with time available for individualized instruction. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Clay and tools may be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Irregular classes scheduled starting 6/21/2024 and ending 7/19/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 184.00 ea.

G92224 Beginning/Intermediate Ceramics, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Brad Benn
Skill level: B, AB, I

Learn to throw, develop your throwing skills as a potter, and learn hand-building techniques in this class, open to beginning and intermediate students. A variety of projects and new ideas will be presented, with time available for individualized instruction. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Clay and tools may be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Friday starting 7/26/2024 and ending 8/16/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 184.00 ea.

F91824 Stoneware and Porcelain, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Art Center Faculty
Skill level: ALL

Beginners learn the basics of working with stoneware or porcelain on the potter's wheel while intermediate and advanced students expand their skills. Handbuilding projects will be presented. Class includes demos, critiques and an opportunity to try raku-firing techniques. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Irregular classes scheduled starting 6/22/2024 and ending 7/20/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 184.00 ea.

G91824 Stoneware and Porcelain, Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Art Center Faculty
Skill level: ALL

Beginners learn the basics of working with stoneware or porcelain on the potter's wheel while intermediate and advanced students expand their skills. Handbuilding projects will be presented. Class includes demos, critiques and an opportunity to try raku-firing techniques. Bring a towel and a small (gallon or less) bucket for water. Tools and clay can be purchased in MCFTA's retail shop.

Enrollment limited to 15
Ages 16 and up
Classes scheduled every week on Saturday starting 7/27/2024 and ending 8/17/2024 at 9:30AM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 184.00 ea.

G922W24 Glazing Workshop: Working with Wax, Friday, July 19, 1 - 4 p.m.
Instructor: Clarice Allgood
Skill level: ALL

If you don't like working with wax, you're just not doing it right! Learn how to make the most of this useful glazing material to take your work to a new level. Pick up techniques, application tips and design ideas; we'll also discuss how to choose the glazes and clay bodies that will make the most of your efforts. Bring some test tiles (no bigger than 4" square) and small cups or cylinders - some bisque and some greenware - in your current clay body.

Enrollment limited to 12
Ages 16 and up

Single class scheduled on 7/19/2024 at 1:00PM
 
Attendees: 1 $ 61.00 ea.

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Hours
Monday          9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday         9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday    9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday        9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday             9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday         9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(mid-June through August, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)
Sunday            closed


The building is closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve through New Year's Day*, Memorial Day and the last week in August through Labor Day.* There is no open studio when the building is closed. 

 

* Phone lines will be open Monday-Friday, excluding holidays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. to take class registrations.  

 

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
   
The Minnetonka Center for the Arts is accessible to students with disabilities. If you require special assistance, please notify the Art  Center Registrar at 952.473.7361, ext. 160, and/or the Minnesota  Relay Service (for the hearing impaired) at 800.627.3529 at least two weeks in advance. We will be happy to accommodate your needs.


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