CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
The Fine Line is a
501(c)3 not for
profit organization
Wheelthrowing and Handbuilding Classes
POTTERY BASICS
Instructor: Martha Griffith
These ongoing pottery classes will incorporate all skill levels from beginner (no experience necessary) to advanced in both hand building and wheel. Beginning students will learn the characteristics of clay, forming methods, various decoration techniques and glazing.
After basic skills are attained, students are challenged and taught new techniques, more shapes, glaze mixing and kiln firing. They are encouraged and aided in pursuing their individual focus or to work on a class project. Options will be discussed at the first class meeting.
Supplies:Bring to class notebook, pencil, basic tool kit plus fettling knife, small
bucket, towel, and sponge. Additional items can be added as needed.
Location: Kavanagh Building Ceramics Studio
SESSION A:
Tuesdays: Jan 5 – Mar 16 (11 weeks), 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Member: $290; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $310; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION B:
Tuesdays: Jan 5 – Mar 16 (11 weeks), 6 - 9 PM
Member: $290; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $310; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION C:
Thursdays: Jan 7 – Mar 18 (11 weeks), 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Member: $290; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $310; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION D:
Tuesdays: Mar 30 - Jun 1 (10 weeks), 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Member: $260; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $280; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION E:
Tuesdays: Mar 30 - Jun 1 (10 weeks), 6 - 9 PM
Member: $260; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $280; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION F:
Thursdays: Apr 1 - Jun 3 (10 weeks), 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Member: $260; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $280; Materials Fee $18 . . .
BEGINNING POTTERY
Instructor: Kevin Foy
This class will introduce students to basic hand building and wheel throwing techniques. Various vessel forms will be explored with an emphasis on functional pieces. Pinch, coil and slab building
methods will be covered. Basic cylinder and bowl forms will be the main focus of the wheel work. Basic glazing and decorating techniques will also be introduced. All skill levels are welcome.
Supplies: Bring to class notebook, pencil, Kemper Tool Kit (or comparable), small bucket, towel, and sponge. Additional items can be added as needed.
Location: Kavanagh Building Ceramics Studio
SESSION A:
Days: Wednesdays: Jan 6 - Mar 10 (10 weeks); 6 PM – 9 PM
Member: $260; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $280; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION B:
Days: Wednesdays: Mar 17 - Jun 2 (No class on 3/31)
Member: $290; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $310; Materials Fee $18 . . .
CERAMICS
Instructor: Jay Walsh
This class will cover areas of ceramics with an emphasis on wheel thrown work.
Students set goals and projects at the first class meeting for the remaining sessions. Students will also be involved in all areas of the ceramics process from glazing to loading
and firing kilns. Alternative firing methods
can be explored if the class expresses interest.
Supplies: Basic ceramic tool kit, 2 bats, and notebook.
Location: Kavanagh Building Ceramics Studio
SESSION A:
Days: Thursdays: Jan 7 - Mar 18; 6 – 9 PM
Member: $290; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $310; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION B:
Days: Thursdays: Apr 1 - Jun 3 (10 weeks);
Member: $260; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $280; Materials Fee $18 . . .
CERAMICS & INDEPENDENT STUDY
Instructor: Kevin Foy
This class will offer a unique opportunity to explore ceramics at your level focusing on what interests you. Emphasis is on continuing development of personal expression, technical competency and craft for functional and sculptural ceramics. The independent study student will be able to pursue individual goals set at the start of the session and explore, improve and learn different hand building and wheel throwing techniques.
Supplies: Sketch book, Kemper tool kit (or comparable) and small bucket, towel and sponge.
Location: Kavanagh Building Ceramics Studio
SESSION A:
Days: Saturdays: Jan 9 - Mar 13 (NO CLASS 2/20); 10 AM – 1 PM
Member: $245; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $265; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION B:
Days: Saturdays: Mar 20 - Jun 5 (NO CLASS 4/3 & 5/29); 10 AM - 1 PM
Member: $260; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $280; Materials Fee $18 . . .
A NEW SURFACE FOR CERAMICS
Instructor: Jay Walsh
This class will cover pre-firing surface decoration and enhancements. Students will be exposed to hands on decorating techniques as well as discussions on alternatives to your basic surface treatments. Some areas to be explored will be slip, vitrious engobes, texture/inlay, underglazes, and terra sig to name a few. This is the class for those wanting something other than your basic glazing. All techniques appropriate for functional or sculptural work. We will work on wet clay and dry clay prior to being bisque fired.
Supplies: Basic ceramic tool kit, brushes, clay of your choice and notebook.
Location: Kavanagh Building Ceramics Studio
Days: Mondays: Jan 18, Feb 22, Mar 29, April 19; 6 - 9 PM
Member: $120; Materials Fee $12 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $140; Materials Fee $12 . . .
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO WITH CLAY?
Instructor: CJ Niehaus
What do you want to do with clay? Are you a
beginner or someone who handbuilds but wants
to try the wheel? Have you wanted to create a
birdbath but have only thrown bowls? Or do you
want the freedom to work without being interrupted
by the class project? This Monday afternoon
session will be an on-going class where you
decide what you need and are interested in. I will
be there to instruct on wheel, do demonstrations
of projects that YOU are interested in, or stay out
of the way when you’re focused on your work.
Beginners as well as advanced are welcome. If
you have a specific idea of what you want to do,
please come to the first class or contact me so that
I can prepare. I will be happy to offer suggestions
as well. Let’s have some fun!
Supplies: Bring a basic tool kit, towel, bats if
you want them, a notebook and ideas!
Location: Kavanagh Building Ceramics Studio
SESSION A:
Days: Mondays: Jan 4 - Mar 15 (11 weeks); 1 - 4 PM
Member: $290; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $310; Materials Fee $18 . . .
SESSION B:
Days: Mondays: Mar 29 - May 24 (9 weeks); 1 - 4 PM
Member: $245; Materials Fee $18 . . . . . .
Non-Member: $265; Materials Fee $18 . . .