Join RAC for a throwing class! This course is an excellent introduction to the potter’s wheel. Participants will gain experience in basic methods of centering clay, forming functional shapes like cylinders and bowls, and trimming and adding handles. Students will also learn how to finish their pots using standard decorating and glazing techniques. This class is open to students with no prior pottery wheel experience, as well as returning students who have previously taken a wheel throwing class. All are welcome!

Learning Objectives
Wedging, centering, throwing cylinders and bowls, surface decoration & additions, trimming, learning about the possibilities of clay as a medium for creative and functional expression.

All supplies included.  Maximum of 6 students.

Ages 18+

Week One: Demos and Throwing
Week Two: More Throwing on the Wheel
Week Three: Trimming Completed Pieces
Week Four: Glazing all Bisque-fired Pieces

EXPLORE: In this workshop you'll have the opportunity to create two pieces of stunning glass jewelry. You will learn glass safety, how to cut glass, and how to design an original fused glass pendant. Using regular and dichroic fusible glass, you will take away one-of-a-kind wearable masterpieces! During class you'll design and build your two jewelry pieces. You'll then pick them up at a future date after the instructor fires them in the kiln. All materials and tools provided. BYOB allowed for Ages 21+

In this three-week class, you'll learn the techniques, tools and materials involved in creating mosaic art! You'll have time to design a larger piece while learning essential skills like cutting, using proper adhesives and grouting. Experiment with color and texture to discover all the possibilities of mosaic. All materials, supplies and use of tools are provided. Experience the endless possibilities of this beautiful art form!