September 19, 2024 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Unlock your creativity and discover the art of wheel throwing in our ceramics class designed specifically for teens! This completely hands-on course will guide you through the essential techniques of pottery, from centering clay on the wheel to shaping and crafting your unique masterpieces. Learn the foundational skills of wheel throwing, including wedging, centering, and pulling up the clay. Explore your artistic side as you design and create various forms such as bowls, mugs, and vases. Understand the process of glazing your pieces and preparing them for the kiln to achieve beautiful, finished ceramics. Make things for yourself or gifts for your friends. No prior experience is necessary. Limited to 10 students aged 14 to 18 years. Participants will need basic tools.* One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 4 – 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 19 – Nov. 7
March 28, 2024 There are no spaces available at this time.
$100.00
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You will make flat shapes with wet pottery clay to be textured and painted on with non-ceramic paints. Then, using paper, you will press on the clay to make a painted print. No experience necessary.*
*Printing materials supplied. The instructor will give you ideas of what to bring to the second class to finish your projects.
Limited to 10 Students age 16 years & up
$100 for 4 weeks
Class meets weekly from 6 – 8 p.m. Thursdays, March 28 – April 18
April 7, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$245.00
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In this class, we focus on Raku firing and surface decoration experimentation. Clay-building demonstrations and specialized slips will enhance your work, while horsehair, feathers, copper, and glass can be incorporated for unique effects. Bring bisqueware pieces to glaze and fire at the first session.
Participants must have prior experience and be 18 years or older. The class is limited to ten students. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time are included.
Class details:
Duration: 8 weeks (April 7 – June 2)
Schedule: Meets weekly on Mondays, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Cost: $245
Due to our upcoming move, the spring session will not include a bonus week (week 9).
Please note: WAC will be closed from April 21 – 27. As a result, a make-up week has been added to the end of each class.
The Raku class focuses on firing and surface decoration experimentation. Clay building demos and slips for surface decorations will enhance your work. Add horsehair, feathers, copper and glass as alternatives or additives to create unique work. Bring bisqueware pieces to glaze and fire at the first session. Experience necessary. Limited to 10 students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 6 – 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 6 – Feb. 24
September 19, 2024 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Do you want to advance, but feel uncertain? Let’s develop those chops to take you to the next level. We will concentrate on developing and refining your throwing skills through demonstrations and guided practice. Experience suggested. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Thursdays, September 19 – November 7
January 9, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Do you want to advance, but feel uncertain? Let’s develop those chops to take you to the next level. We will concentrate on developing and refining your throwing skills through demonstrations and guided practice. Experience suggested. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 9 – Feb. 27
April 5, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$245.00
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Do you want to advance but feel uncertain? This class will help you develop the skills to take your wheel throwing to the next level. Through demonstrations and guided practice, we will focus on refining your technique and building confidence at the wheel.
Experience suggested. Participants must be 18 years or older. One 25 lb. bag of clay is included.
Class details:
Duration: 8 weeks (April 5 – May 31) Meets weekly* from Saturday, April 5 – May 31, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Cost: $245
Due to our upcoming move, the spring session will not include a bonus week (week 9).
Please note: WAC will be closed from April 21 – 27. As a result, a make-up week has been added to the end of each class.
January 11, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Do you want to advance, but feel uncertain? Let’s develop those chops to take you to the next level. We will concentrate on developing and refining your throwing skills through demonstrations and guided practice. Experience suggested. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 11 – Mar. 1 *Available for sale at the Willamette Art Center
September 28, 2024 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Explore the basic skills of wheel throwing and glazing. Students will learn a variety of throwing, trimming and glazing techniques. You will make plates, mugs and bowls in no time at all. Enrollees do not need any previous clay experience. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. Participants will need basic tools.* One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Sept. 28 – Nov. 16 *Available for sale at the Willamette Art Center
January 9, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Explore the basic skills of wheel throwing and glazing. Students will learn a variety of throwing, trimming and glazing techniques. You will make plates, mugs and bowls in no time at all. Enrollees do not need any previous clay experience. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. Participants will need basic tools*. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, January 9 – February 27
September 20, 2024 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Students will explore challenging pottery forms, functions and design as well as glazing techniques and spray application of glazes. Discover creative tips for lidded forms, throwing large pieces, making matching pieces and altered wheel thrown designs. Experience necessary. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fridays, Sept. 20 – Nov. 8
April 2, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$245.00
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In this class, you will create functional and sculptural art for your home and garden. Using a variety of techniques—such as the slab roller, extruders, balloons, and molds—you’ll have the opportunity to craft items like bird baths, totems, plant stakes, fountains, garden stones, flower vases, and pots. One or two classes will also include a hypertufa project.
Participants must be 18 years or older. One 25 lb. bag of clay is included.
Class details:
Duration: 8 weeks (April 2 – May 28)
Schedule: Meets weekly on Tuesdays, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: $245
Due to our upcoming move, the spring session will not include a bonus week (week 9).
Please note: WAC will be closed from April 21 – 27. As a result, a make-up week has been added to the end of each class.
September 18, 2024 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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Come create functional and sculptural art for your home and garden. You will build in a variety of techniques using the slab roller, extruders, balloons and molds. Bird baths, totems, plant stakes, fountains, garden stones, flower vases and pots are just a few of the possibilities. One or two classes will include a hypertufa project. All experience levels welcome.
Limited to eight students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 – Wednesday, Nov. 6
In this class, we begin with two pinch pot balls and create sculptural art pieces that bring a touch of whimsy to any home or garden. All experience levels are welcome.
Participants must be 18 years or older and will need basic tools (available for purchase at the Willamette Art Center). The class is limited to ten students. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time are included.
Class details:
Duration: 8 weeks (March 31 – June 2)
Schedule: Meets weekly on Mondays, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Cost: $245
Due to our upcoming move, the spring session will not include a bonus week (week 9).
Please note: WAC will be closed from April 21 – 27. As a result, a make-up week has been added to the end of each class. There will also be no class on Memorial Day (May 27), so an additional make-up week has been scheduled.
January 6, 2025 There are no spaces available at this time.
$234.00
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In this class, we start with two pinch pot balls and make sculptural pieces of art that will add a touch of whimsy to any home or garden. All experience levels welcome. Participants will need basic tools*. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 10 a.m. – 12:30 pm. Mondays, Jan. 6 – Feb. 24 *Available for sale at the Willamette Art Center
Want to expand your working ceramic vocabulary? Paper clay has endless possibilities. Cellulose fibers mixed with any clay harden, then fired and glazed. This material pushes the ceramic boundaries. You will build in solid and slip clay. Other materials bond well and can be fired with paper clay. Wet clay including paper clay bonds to bisque. Yes, it’s magic. It’s functional and sculptural so you can let your creativity flow. Limited to ten students aged 18 years and older. One 25 lb. bag of clay and open studio time included.
$234 for 8 weeks
Class meets weekly from 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm. Wednesdays, Jan. 8 – Feb. 26
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