Adult and Youth Classes and
Studio Rental Opportunites
Our next session of classes will start in April, 2012. Class descriptions will be posted in early March. Please check back for more information.
ADULT CLASSES STARTING IN JANUARY 2012:
Our classes are a great way to explore your creative side and have a good time. We invite you to join us for the fun! Call today to enroll: 406-543-0509
The tuition cost of all classes at the Clay Studio of Missoula includes: a 25 lbs. bag of clay, use of studio facilities at all times (24/7--except the hours when other classes are in session), a personal storage cubby, use of studio glazes. Firing in our gas and electric kilns is covered by your tuition for your first 25 pounds of clay. Additional clay and firing can be purchased for a nominal fee.
Note: Students must provide a non-refundable, half-tuition down payment to reserve their spot in a class.
Beginning Pottery (FULL)
Monday Nights: January 23 - March 26, 2012
6 - 9 PM
Instructor: Ron Geibel, UM MFA Candidate
10-week session
$195 for members
$205 for non-members
Students will learn about clay bodies, wheel- throwing and hand building techniques, as well as processes for glazing and firing. Participants will practice making a variety of ceramic forms and be given demonstrations on the creation of cups, handled mugs, bowls, vases, and plates.
This class is suitable for first-time students (meaning: no previous experience in ceramics necessary!) and for returning introductory level students.
Cone 6 Surface Decoration
Tuesday Nights: January 17 - March 20, 2012
6-9 PM
Instructor: Alison Reintjes, Artist in Residence
10-week session
$195 for members
$205 for non-members
Learn more about cone 6 electric glazing. Ali will demonstrate a variety of techniques and surface treatments. Students will start with glazing tiles, and can advance to forms of their choice as the class develops.
This class is open to students of all skill levels, but some experience in ceramics will be helpful.
Cone 6 Soda Firing
Sunday Nights: January 22 - March 25, 2012
6 - 9 PM
Instructor: Suzanne Lussier, UM MFA candidate
10-week session
$195 for members
$205 for non-members
Students may explore handbuilding or wheel-throwing, sculptural or utilitarian forms, and will be encouraged to set personal goals for development with the instructor. Work will be fired in our soda kiln to cone 6. Students are expected to take an active role assisting in the loading, unloading, and soda firing process.
This course is an intermediate level class, and some experience working with clay is recommended.
Intermediate Pottery: Throwing Large and Small for the Wood Kiln (FULL)
Thursday Nights: January 19 - March 22, 2012
6 - 9 PM
Instructor: Perry Haas, Artist in Residence
10-week session
$195 for members
$205 for non-members
PLUS a $40 lab fee to cover wood firing costs.
Participate in our winter Anagama wood firing, and learn about creating larger utilitarian and sculptural forms that are enhanced by the ash and flame produced in the wood fired atmosphere.
This course is an intermediate level class, and some experience working in clay is recommended. Students should expect to put in time outside of class to help with the wood firing that will be scheduled near the end of the class session.
Open Instruction (FULL)
Thursday Daytime: January 19 - March 22, 2012
1 - 4 PM
Instructor: Perry Haas, Artist in Residence
10-week session
$195 for members
$205 for non-members
Our one daytime class, suitable for all levels. Bring your ideas to create your own projects. Weekly demonstrations will include new ideas and techniques, as well as demos designed to suit the needs of the students enrolled.
WINTER YOUTH CERAMICS AT THE CLAY STUDIO:
Our youth classes provide a fun and educational environment where children and teens can explore
their creative interests in ceramics.
No prior ceramics experience is needed for these classes. Sign your child up today!
Handbuilding: Exploring Your Creativity
Kids ages 5-8
Wednesday afternoons: January 18 - February 15, 2012
4:30-6 PM
tuition: $85
Learn pinching, slab, and coiling techniques to create monsters, animals, cups, vases, bugs, race cars, or whatever your kids love best! Students will have a handbuilding project assignment for each class.
Pottery for Kids
Kids ages 9-14 (class size limited to 10 students)
Wednesday afternoons: February 22 - March 21, 2012
4:30-6 PM
tuition: $100
Learn how to use the potter’s wheel to create your own cups, bowls, and vases.
CALL TODAY TO REGISTER!!! 406-543-0509 or email us info@theclaystudioofmissoula.org
Contact Information
If you would like to enroll in a class, please contact the studio at 406-543-0509 or via email at info@theclaystudioofmissoula.org. We genuinely appreciate your support!
Pre-registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. A student will only be registered for a class upon receipt of a non-refundable deposit amounting to half of the class tuition. Class tuition covers instruction during scheduled meeting times, use of the studio, 25 pounds of clay, glazes, and the firing of your first 25 pounds of clay. Additional clay may be purchased through the studio at $10 per bag, and there is a nominal firing fee.
In the event that the Clay Studio is forced to cancel a class, a full refund will be issued. If a student choses to cancel, refunds of the class tuition minus the 50% non-refundable deposit will be given up until the first class session.Tuition is due in full by the first class.
COMMUNITY STUDIO SPACE RENTAL
Advanced ceramicists seeking studio workspace are encouraged to become a Clay Studio of Missoula
studio artist! A monthly rental fee provides studio artists with three 4' long shelves of storage space and
use of community workspace, tools, and equipment. Additional costs apply for clay and firings.
Monthly Rental Fee: $95 (3 shelves) or $105 (5 shelves)
Note: Studio artists must possess a current Clay Studio of Missoula membership.
Find out more about membership here.
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