What these classes will look like:
Fridays at 1 pm or 3:45 pm (September 5,12,19, and 26)
4 sessions of two to three people.
Day 1 - wheel intro ($75)
Day 2 - wheel work continued ($75)
Day 3 - trim and carving ($75)
Day 4 - glazing ($75)
The class will be 2 hours long. All clay, glaze, and firing services are included. Clay is limited to five pounds per person per throwing session. That is approximately 5 lumps of clay which in times past has been a good amount. If you want extra, you can purchase more from me at the time.
How to book:
Choose from the dates and times below to join a class. There is a minimum of two people per class. If the minimum is not met within 48 hours of the class, the class will be cancelled. Usually this is booked as a group of friends so it isn't an issue.
Location: 38 Elevator Road, Whitemouth, MB
My space is located in a big brown shop. My brother has graciously given me space. It is a large open area. Be prepared, the guys might be working on the drill rigs or trucks so it may get noisy and smelly. It may be cold in winter and hot in summer. This is a work space, not a party space. (note: we are an hour east of Winnipeg.)
Notes: Working with clay is FUN, but messy. We do have aprons. If I forget to point them out, feel free to ask. Typically the clay doesn't stain clothes, but an apron is nice to help with the mess.
Be prepared to have pieces break and crack. This is very common in pottery. Even now in my work there is frequent cracking and breaking. Please do yourself a favor and only love a piece once it is finished.
As for rings and bracelets, although beautiful, please remove them before working on the wheel. Extras just get in the way of the clay. That goes for long and freshly manicured fingernails. Fingernails are best short. Plan your manicure for after the event if possible. Your fingers are so involved in making the bowls.
The course is non refundable. If you simply can't make it in, you will get store credit towards purchasing something.
Pieces must be picked up and finished in a timely manner. If pieces are not picked up within a month of me contacting you that they are ready for pick up, there will be an option to have the pieces shipped to you. There will be a charge for that. If there is no interest or response, then the pieces will be disposed of.
