Jump to these classes listed below:
Ceramics Mini-Class [MINI CLASS WORKSHOP – NEW!!!]
Creating Your Best Work [WORKSHOP]
Rattan Handles and Embellishments [WORKSHOP]
Throwing Together Ages 8 to adult
Beginning & Continuing With Clay
Stoneware and Porcelain
Pottery in the Making
Beginning/Intermediate Pottery
Dinnerware
Clay: Form and Surface
Clay Fridays

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Ceramics Mini-Class [MINI CLASS WORKSHOP – NEW!!!]
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill Level: B

Try a few hours in our ceramics studio and get a taste for working with clay. This mini-course will introduce you to a few basic techniques and acquaint you with our fabulous ceramics studio. Outstanding instructors will show you how to create a project that will be fired in our kiln and you can pick up later. Have fun working with clay! Enrollment limited to 12; ages 18 and up

Spring I
D993W
Wednesday, April 4
(1 session) 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$20 Members and Non-members!

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Creating Your Best Work [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Michon Weeks
Skill Level: All

You are invited to join your peers in a group critique session led by Michon Weeks. The purpose of the critique is to help each participant create his/her best artwork. You are invited to bring a work of art and describe the intent of your artwork to the group. The group is then asked to offer constructive feedback. Participating in a critique will help you gain confidence and focus in your work. The workshop will also address questions related to the critique process including: What is a critique? What do I do with the feedback I am given? Am I ready to accept a critique? Who do I ask for a critique? How do I critique the work of others? Enrollment limited to 30; ages 18 and up

Spring II
E437W
Monday, April 23
(1 session) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$33 Members / $36 Non-members

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Rattan Handles and Embellishments [WORKSHOP]
Instructor: Andy Juelich
Skill Level: All [WORKSHOP]

This workshop is designed for both new and continuing students who would like to learn how to use rattan for making handles and embellishments on pottery. Handles can be created on teapots, mugs, pitchers, and platters. These handles are not only functional, but allow the artist to create visual movement and to play with negative space to unify a piece. In the first hour, the instructor will demonstrate how to connect, join and build rattan handles. During the remaining time, students will work on their own piece with the instructor's guidance. At the end of the workshop, students will be able to build, dye, varnish and complete their own project. Note: students should bring a piece of their own work (pottery, wood, metal, or...) to the workshop. Enrollment limited to 20; ages 16 and up

Spring II
E920W
Wednesday, May 16
(1 session) 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$57 Members / $63 Non-members

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Throwing Together Ages 8 to adult
Instructor: Chris Singewald; Andy Juelich
Skill Level: All

This is a great introductory class for people of all ages who want to learn about wheel thrown ceramics. It’s also a great way for adults and children to spend time together creating and collaborating. Students will learn to make basic cylinders, bowls, plates and more. Discussions on how to modify, embellish and glaze pots will also be covered. Participation in this class does not include the use of open studio time. Participants will need to purchase clay and firing fees in addition to the class fee. Bring a towel and dress for mess! NOTE: Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 8 to adult

Chris Singewald:
Spring I
D160
Saturdays, March 3 - April 21
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$207 Members / $230 Non-members
Prices are per person

Andy Juelich:
Spring II
E160
Saturdays, April 28 - June 16
No Class May 26
(7 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$181 Members / $201 Non-members
Prices are per person

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Beginning & Continuing With Clay
Instructor: Robert Bowman
Skill Level: All

This course combines basic throwing and hand building techniques for beginners with more advanced techniques and individualized instruction for continuing students. Demonstrations and discussions will complement the hands-on experiences, and we'll explore a variety of firing methods for finishing our work. Materials not included. Bring a towel. Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D903
Mondays, February 27 - April 16
(8 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

Spring II
E903
Mondays, April 23 - June 11
No Class May 28
(7 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$218 Members / $242 Non-members

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Stoneware and Porcelain
Instructors: Robert Bowman & Lee Persell
Skill Level: All

Beginners learn the basics of working with stoneware or porcelain on the potter’s wheel while intermediate students expand their skills. handbuilding projects for students of all ability levels will also be presented. Class includes demos, critiques and an opportunity to try soda firing and raku firing techniques. Bring a towel. Materials not included. Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D918
Saturdays, March 3 - April 21
(8 sessions) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

Spring II
E918
Saturdays, April 28 - June 16
No Class May 26
(7 sessions) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$218 Members / $242 Non-members

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Pottery in the Making
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 work. Students will high fire their work as well as have the opportunity to raku fire. Materials not included. Bring a towel. Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

Tuesday Morning:
Spring I
D905
Tuesdays, February 28 - April 17
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members
Spring II
E905
Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

Thursday Morning:
Spring I
D906
Thursday, March 1 - April 19
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

Spring II
E906
Thursdays, April 26 - June 14
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

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Beginning/Intermediate Pottery
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill Level: B, AB, I

Beginners receive an introduction to basic throwing techniques and forms, while intermediate students expand their technical abilities and their understanding of ceramic form through demos, discussions and critiques. High fire firing as well as raku and high fire soda will be explored. Materials not included. Bring a towel. Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D900
Tuesdays, February 28 - April 17
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

Spring II
E900
Tuesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

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Dinnerware
Instructor: Andy Juelich
Skill Level: All

Join us for an exciting exploration of functional pottery. Each student will have the opportunity to create dinnerware thrown on the wheel and/or through handbuilding construction. Surface design of dinnerware will include carving, stencils, stamps, and slips. Glazing your dinnerware will transform your pieces into unique functional wares that you can use everyday. This class includes hands-on demonstration and instruction of many common and innovative handbuilding and wheel thrown techniques. We will focus on making traditional and contemporary pottery shapes that will be fired in a gas kiln. Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

Spring II
E947
Wednesdays, April 25 - June 13
(8 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$248 Members / $276 Non-members

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Clay: Form and Surface
Instructor: Ernest Miller
Skill Level: All

A relaxed evening class where beginners and experienced students are welcome. This class includes hands-on demonstration and instruction of the potter's wheel, slab roller and extruder. Cups, bowls, plates, vases, lidded jars, and teapots are a few examples made in class. Students will have the opportunity to highfire or raku fire their finished work. Enrollment limited to 16; ages 14 and up

Spring I
D976
Thursdays, March 1 - April 12
(7 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$218 Members / $242 Non-members

Spring II
E976
Thursdays, April 26 - June 7
No Class May 3
(6 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$186 Members / $207 Non-members

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Clay Fridays
Instructor: Ernest Miller
Skill Level: All

A morning session where beginners and experienced students alike are welcome to start their day. This class involves hands-on demonstration and instruction of the potter's wheel, slab roller, and extruder. Cups, bowls, plates, vases, lidded jars, and teapots are just a few examples made in class. Students have the option to highfire or raku fire their finished work.
Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

Spring I
D928
Fridays, March 2 - April 13
(7 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$218 Members / $242 Non-members

Spring II
E928
Fridays, April 27 - June 8
No Class May 4
(6 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$186 Members / $207 Non-members

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Faculty:

Robert Bowman
B.A., Studio Art, St Olaf College. Ceramics experience includes exhibitions and fairs, teaching classes for children and adults, and co-managing the ceramics studio at the Art Center. Bob is also the Art Center's Exhibits Director.

Andy Juelich
B.A., in Studio Arts from St. John’s University. Andy apprenticed under, and now collaborates with, potter Richard Bresnahan. Andy’s large vases are coiled and thrown over several days, allowing for carving and atmospheric records from soda-firing. He teaches clay, sculpture, and book-arts for the Art Center. www.andyjuelich.com

Ernest L. Miller, Jr.
B.A. in Three-Dimensional Studio Art, Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL. A ceramicist and sculptor, Ernest has extensive experience teaching adults and children in Minnesota and Illinois. An exhibitor and award winner in many juried shows, his work is widely collected. HYPERLINK "http://www.ernestmiller.com" www.ernestmiller.com

Lee Persell
University of Minnesota. Lee is the ceramics Studio Manager for the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. She exhibits in shows and galleries in the Midwest. She has extensive experience in ceramics and design consulting, and has taught at the Art Center since the mid-1990s

Chris Singewald
B.F.A. with an emphasis in Studio Ceramics from the University of Northern Iowa in 2006, completed an apprenticeship with internationally recognized ceramic artist Chris Gustin in 2009, and received a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Artisanry from the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth in 2010. Currently, Instructor and Resident Artist/Materials and Glaze Technician at the Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis.

Michon Weeks
M.F.A., Painting & Drawing, University of Minnesota, B.A., Art & Design, Iowa State University. Michon is a versatile and talented instructor with experience teaching as an Adjunct instructor at the College of St. Benedict and Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall. She recently completed a series of 20 etched glass drawings in windows for the Marshall-Lyon County Library. Her logo design “Stingray” was also recently featured on pint glasses sold exclusively at the Walker Art Center Shop.