Intro to Clay Basics
Instructor:  Patti Kramer
 
WHEN: Saturdays, October 25 (to create) & November 8 (to glaze)
TIME: 1:00-4:00 
WHAT: 2-afternoon workshop 
SKILL LEVEL:  Beginner - for anyone new to ceramics
AGE: Adults 14+
TYPE OF EVENT: 2-day Workshop + pickup
SUPPLIES: All supplies included
FEE: $45 (includes clay)
INSTRUCTOR: Patti Kramer, desertbrush.com
NOTES: Wear paint shirt or apron
 
All supplies are provided, including clay, underglazes and glazes.
 
This handbuilding class is for those who would like to create things from clay but don't know the basics. After taking this class you will know the basics and can feel confident joining in on other clay opportunities and classes here or anywhere. Handbuilding means you will form things with your hands and other tools. It does not involve a pottery wheel. 

Get to know the feel of clay and learn how to create small pinch, coil, and slab pots.  Learn the correct ways to attach pieces of clay together so they won't separate and pop off when drying. You will add textures to clay, find out the differences between glazes, underglazes, and the drying process and how things are fired.    
 
This is a two-part class. You will learn to form the pieces during the first afternoon, and the second afternoon you will learn about glazing and firing. You'll go home with at least three small pots and if there is time, you can make anything you'd like using your new skills!   
 
Each of your pieces will be fired in a kiln two times in the process (after each class once dry).