Pottery Classes at the Guild

If you are interest in one of the following classes, registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, so you are encouraged to call the coordinator responsible for the class. Please note that classes will only run if there are enough students, so timely registration is important. For more information on details about costs you can view the sign-up sheet accessible either through the home page, or the following link Membership and Classes.htm.

Introductory course:

This course lasts 12 weeks and costs $265 (which includes GST) plus a refundable key deposit of $25. The course has 2 components: 1) 3 hours
of instruction once a week and 2) use of the pottery studio to practice for the 12 weeks the class runs. It's a great **opportunity to learn the many
aspects of pottery making while having the oppportunity to improve your skills in the studio.The contact person for this course is Shelagh Mirski shelagh.mirski@queensu.ca
  or  alternate contact is Linda Abbott, 549-3546 or linda.potteryclasses@gmail.com. The course starts on Thursday, Jan.31/08, from 7 to 10pm, and requires a minimum of 7 people to proceed. Maximum class enrollment is 10.

Continuing/Intermediate Class:

This class is open to all Guild members and will be taught by Patty Petkovich. If you are not a Guild member you are welcome to join. Those participating must be able to center with ease and throw a cylinder, bowl and a plate without too much difficulty. The class is held from 7 to 10 pm and runs for 12 weeks starting Tuesday, Jan.29.  It will include limited firings (2 bisque and 3 glaze) of pieces made during class time only. Part of the
curriculum will include glaze making and application, and preliminary instruction on using the kilns. The fees do not include the cost of clay, tools or glaze materials. Students will work together, in and out of class, on making their own glazes with the help, guidance and approval of
the teacher. Preference will be given to new students but those who have taken previous intermediate classes are welcome to register. The cost of this
class is $215 (which does not include GST or  Guild membership). This course requires a minimum of 7 people to proceed. Maximum class enrollment is 10. Those interested should contact Shelagh Mirski  shelagh.mirski@queensu.ca   or Linda Abbott 549-3546 or linda.potteryclasses@gmail.com.

 

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