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This class presents Art History with storytelling and a thematic approach. Instead of presenting art through a chronology, each lecture will present art within a particular theme, such as art about portraiture, art about food and shelter, and art about nature and technology. By focusing on a theme for each class, we hope to show…
This is the perfect entry level class for beginning wheel students. It will cover the basic techniques of throwing, glazing, and firing. Students will also learn the important safety guidelines and procedures of the ceramics studio. Projects on the wheel will focus on small forms (cups, bowls, saucers).
This class will explore advanced forms or a series of work. Examples of projects may include handles, thrown and altered forms, bowls, and lidded jars. Prerequisite – 2 Beginner Level Wheel classes.
Tai Chi Chuan is a Chinese Martial Art that combines self-defense with meditation and breath control. This class will improve flexibility, balance and overall wellbeing. Continuing students need instructor’s approval.
Find a fresh approach in developing your creative expression as you explore new forms, techniques, and surface designs in handbuilding. Projects primarily will focus on small to large functional works, but sculptural and individual or collaborative ideas also are encouraged. Prerequisite: Beginning Handbuilding. For all virtual and onsite Pottery classes, the tuition includes a $98…
This class explores the firing process of Callanwolde Pottery Studio’s Cross-Draft Soda Kiln. Students will study the effects of introducing Soda into the kiln and the effects that can be achieved with flashing slips and glaze. Our main spring quarter throwing project will focus on lidded vessels. For all virtual and onsite Pottery classes, the…
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Reconnect breath with body. In this class we’ll use meditation and breathing techniques (pranayama) to calm the nervous system, move through postures (asanas) for strength, flexibility and balance, cultivate mindfulness and relax into a state of well-being. This class is appropriate for beginners as well as seasoned practitioners. You’ll leave feeling restored and renewed. Please…
Learn the difference in the two types of powder pastels and how to use them together to create colorful works of art. We will use still life, nature and landscape to develop your drawing skills. You will also develop your use and understanding of color. Color Theory will naturally be discussed in every class. Students…