Welcome to clayspace
Clayspace is a fully equipped ceramic studio offering artists of all ages and levels of experience a comfortable and supportive environment to explore their creative potential. Clayspace provides a unique venue to relax with friends, meet new people, share thoughts and ideas, and create personal works of art with clay.
Classes
You can still register for the second session of summer classes. Beginning July 7 we will have a seven week introductory class Tuesday evenings, and a seven week intermediate class Wednesday evenings. Evening classes meet from 6:30-8:30 and are taught by resident artist Todd Hickerson. Classes on the potter's wheel are limited to six students which ensures a high level of personal attention. Registration includes open studio time between classes so students can work on new skills. Each session concludes with a raku firing and gallery show.
Summer programs
Clayspace is inviting kids and teens ages 7-17 to participate in a series of clay classes offered in two week sessions. Each session will offer an opportunity to create with clay, develop an understanding of ceramics and to have fun with their imaginations!
Exploring handbuilding
July 13- July 24
Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel
August 3- August 14
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Time: 9am-12pm Monday-Friday
Cost: $250 per session (all materials and firings included)
Clay classes are instructed by resident artists Emily Hutton and Todd Hickerson
Clayspace is also offering hand building classes and open studio for ages 7-17 Tuesday & Thursday afternoons from 1-3 through August 7. Cost is $80 per child for 4 classes, materials are included.
Sunday glass workshops
Sunday afternoons 12-3
July 12, 19, 26, Aug 9 & 16
Beginning Kiln Casting and Pate de Verre
During this course students will have the opportunity to make several one of a kind plaster based molds that will then be fired in the kiln to make hollow (pate de verre) and solid (kiln cast) forms. Basic mold making techniques will be covered and students will gain the experience of making more precise three dimensional forms in glass, adding to skills they may already possess. Pate de verre involves making a paste of glass that is applied to the surface of the mold, then fired. Kiln cast objects are soild, while Pate de Verre objects are hollow and have more detailed color applications. Open to students 16 and older, no previous glass experience necessary. Bring your ideas and an apron or studio clothes and be ready to work!
$225 includes instruction and materials.
Sunday afternoons 3:30-6
July 12, 19, 26, August 9 & 16
Beginning Alternative Kiln working techniques- imagery on glass
Students will learn basic information about image making on glass using pre-made and custom waterslide decals (which can also be used on ceramics). Students will have the opportunity to make multiple pieces using original and found imagery on sheet glass and found glass objects. Projects can include small panels, coasters, magnets and jewelry. Open to students 16 and older, no previous glass experience necessary. Bring your ideas and be ready to work! $195 includes instruction & materials.