Adult Clay
For students at every stage of the creative process
Winter
NEW! Date Night: Wheel Throwing
Instructor: Abigail Wentz
Fridays, 5-7PM
Tuition: $80/couple
Location: Clay Studio
Have a date night at the studio! Couples will explore this captivating medium and learn about wheel throwing while spending some quality time together. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. Create memories and possibly some masterpieces to treasure in this 1-night class! Clay will be provided and each participant will be able to fire 1 piece which will be glazed by a staff member. All levels/no experience required. BYOB/Ages 21+
Tuition includes registration for 2 people. Please provide the name of the other participant when registering.
NEW! Adult Wheel Sampler
Instructor: Dasha Kalisz & Abigail Wentz
Saturday, 10-11:30am
Tuition: $25
Location: Clay Studio
Have you ever wanted to try a wheel-throwing pottery class? This 1-day class is a great introduction to this magical medium. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. This class is suited for anyone who is interested in trying out the wheel before committing to a longer class.. Pieces made in this class will not be fired. This class is focused on practicing the process, so students will not take home a finished product. Adults/Teens
Introductory/Beginner level but more experience is welcome.
NEW! Friday Night Wheel
Instructor: Kristi Tolgyesi
Friday, 5-7PM
Tuition: $40
Location: Clay Studio
Have you ever wanted to try a wheel-throwing pottery class? This 1-day class is a great introduction to this magical medium. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. Clay will be provided and each participant will be able to fire 1 piece which will be glazed by a staff member. All levels/no experience required. BYOB/Ages 21+
March 21 REGISTER>
NEW! Wheel Throwing Basics
Instructor: Dasha Kalisz
Saturdays, 10-11:30am
Tuition: $60
Location: Clay Studio
Have you ever wanted to try a wheel-throwing pottery class? This 2 week class is a great introduction to this magical medium. Experience using a wheel while getting your hands in some clay. Learn about centering, shaping, and the process of making a pot on a wheel. Next, try out some trimming techniques to finish off the form. Each participant will be able to make up to 2 pieces, which will be glazed and fired by a staff member. Introductory/Beginner level but more experience is welcome. Adults/Teens
February 8 & 15 REGISTER>
Monday Evening Wheel
Instructor: Dasha Kalisz
Mondays, 6:30-9PM
Location: Clay Studio
This class is for students of all skill levels. For beginners the focus is on basic skills. Students who have mastered centering will be challenged with projects that match their interests. We will all stretch and grow no matter where we begin! All levels/Teens welcome
Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.
Winter Session 1: January 6-February 17, Tuition: $270 FULL/WAITLIST>
Monday Afternoon Hand Building
Instructor: Kathy Clarke
Mondays, Noon-2:30PM
Location: Clay Studio
Come sit around the table in the time honored activity of making pottery and sculpture using hands, tools, stamps, slips. Appropriate for beginners and professionals. Project ideas will be offered, independent projects welcome, and serious fun will be had! All levels
Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own
January 6-27, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
February 3-24, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
March 3-31, Tuition: $225 REGISTER>
Tuesday Hand Building
Instructor: Kathy Clarke
Tuesdays, 10AM-12:30PM
Tuition: $180
Location: Clay Studio
Come sit around the table in the time honored activity of making pottery and sculpture using hands, tools, stamps, slips. Appropriate for beginners and professionals. Project ideas will be offered, independent projects welcome, and serious fun will be had! All levels
Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.
January 7-28, Tuition: $180 FULL/WAITLIST>
February 4-25, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
March 4-25, Tuition: $180 REGISTER>
Thursday Morning Wheel
Instructors: Kathy Clarke & Cath Manegold
Thursdays, 10 AM-12:30PM
Tuition: $315
Location: Clay Studio
This wheel class will focus on improving skills as needed for each student to grow in their abilities. We will cover centering, pulling up, shaping, trimming, surface treatment before bisquing and glazing after. Gaining confidence in the basics allows for self exploration in specific areas: rims, feet, lids, handles, spouts, altering, throwing larger and generally challenging yourself. Historic and contemporary pottery will be our inspiration. Join us for a fun class! All levels
Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own.
Winter Session 1: January 9-February 13 FULL/WAITLIST>
Thursday Evening Wheel
Instructor: Saisorn Peemanao
Thursdays, 6-8:30 PM
Tuition: $270
Location: Clay Studio
This class will focus on making functional pottery using the potter’s wheel. Students will learn how to make bowls, cups, and plates. Several altering techniques will be demonstrated for making oval, square, and irregular forms in addition to round pots. Appendages such as handles, feet, and spouts will be considered in relation to form and function. Clay can be purchased at the beginning of class. All levels/Teens welcome
Students may purchase clay at the start of class. It is recommended that students bring their own aprons for class. Aprons are available at the studio for students who are unable to provide their own
Winter Session 1: January 9-February 13 FULL/WAITLIST>
We have classes that are suitable for beginners and more experienced artists and potters. There are two comfortable studio spaces at the main building and an offsite painting studio. We encourage all students to go at their own pace in a relaxed environment.
Gift Certificates: Gift certificates are available to purchase. To use a gift certificate, please get in touch. We can tailor your gift to suit you.
Open Studio is for currently enrolled clay students, and monthly independent study. Independent Study students are invited to sign up on a monthly basis.
How to Register: Come join us! Sign up for classes at middleburystudioschool.corsizio.com.
How to pay?
Credit cards are accepted when registering at middleburystudioschool.corsizio.com. Payments can also be made by cash or check. Checks should be made out to the Middlebury Studio School and mailed or delivered to the Middlebury Studio School, 2377 Rte. 7, Middlebury, VT 05753. Please pay promptly to guarantee your space.
Refund Policy: No refunds given for student cancellations less than 7 days from start of class.
Questions? Please email info@middleburystudioschool.org or call us at (802) 458-8979.
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Middlebury Studio School
Clay Studio
2377 Route 7 South
Middlebury, VT 05753
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63 Maple St #8A
Middlebury, VT 05753
Office/MSS Marble Works Phone:
802-458-8187
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802-458-8979
