FIGURATIVE SCULPTURE

All level class


Tuesdays
9:30 am - 12:30 pm


ARLENE SIEGEL

Model fee: $25

This class will focus on sculpting the figure in clay. Working from a live model, students will build solid, using the same pose for the first 4 weeks. Upon completion of the figure, students will learn to hollow out their piece, at which point sculptural finishing surfaces will be discussed.

EARTHENWARE: Construction & Surface

All level class


Wednesdays
9:30 am - 12:30 pm

KARI SMITH

Lab fee: $20

This class offers an in-depth study of the potential in working with earthenware clays. Students will be introduced to various earthenware clay bodies, as well as commercial and non-commercial decorating materials including colored slips, underglazes, terra sigillata, and colored glazes. Through these materials and processes, students will gain an understanding of the brilliant range of both color and surface unique to low-fire temperatures. Various handbuilding techniques will be demonstrated, and wheel throwers are also welcome.

 

SANTA FE CLAY SAMPLER

Handbuilding Class

All level class

Fridays
9:30 am - 12:30 pm


Michael Corney,
Richard Garriott-Stejskal,
Mike Jabbur,
Siddiq Khan,
Avra Leodas,
Jane Miller,
Kari Smith

Come and experience some of Santa Fe Clay’s past and present instructors in this wonderful seven week class with a different teacher each week! Each instructor has unique expertise, viewpoints, information and handbuilding methods to share. What a great way to get to know all of us and to benefit from seven different artists’ ways of working in clay!

HANDBUILDING AND SCULPTURE


All level classes


Mondays
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
SIDDIQ KHAN

Tuesdays
6:00 - 9:00 pm
LEE AKINS

Our handbuilding and sculpture classes focus on developing and refining clay forming skills and exploring form and surface for both functional and sculptural work. Basic construction techniques such as coil, slab, and assemblage will be covered, along with surface treatment, texture and glazing. This class is structured for all levels of experience and will combine group demonstrations with individual attention from the instructor.

 

WHEELTHROWING


All level classes


Wednesdays
6:00 - 9:00 pm
MIKE WALSH

Thursdays
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
SEAN FAIRBRIDGE

 

Wheel throwing classes concentrate on the basics of the craft for beginners as well as those with throwing experience who want to improve their skills. Fundamentals of throwing, trimming and glazing techniques will be taught for many functional forms including bowls, plates, mugs and pitchers. Demonstrations and technical information are provided with attention to individual needs. This class allows students to work within its structure at all levels of experience.

FUNCTIONAL HANDBUILDING


All level class


6 week class, tuition: $200

Saturdays
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
CHERYL CROWNOVER

Have you ever wanted to make your own dinnerware without a wheel? This class will focus on making functional ware using a variety of molds for slab construction. This method can be particularly efficient for making multiples. Emphasis will be placed on integrating form, function and surface to make useful objects for your home.