Adult

This class provides an opportunity for artists of intermediate and advanced levels to refine and strengthen their creativity in a relaxed and supportive studio setting. Receive individual guidance or work independently in any medium. Pursue your own original subjects and projects, or choose to work from a still life arrangement. Optional visual themes to learn from, and relevant examples of great art, will be presented to the class.

Improve your skills by learning the “Details of Craftsmanship” that make your work more personal and more finished. We will focus primarily on throwing skills. Exercises will be given to improve throwing technique.  A variety of lids, handles, and spouts will also be demonstrated. More advanced students will have the opportunity to set individual goals with the help of the instructor. We will also learn more about the glazing and firing process.

Charcoal is one of the oldest, most versatile, and least expensive drawing mediums. This course will emphasize tonal value, perspective, and composition and will include demos, discussions, and critiques. The opportunity to progress your drawing to painting is available. Students will work from a live model for three of the sessions.