Join Sheila Mungai as she guides you through the process of learning how to work in clay, exploring your imagination. Hand building is an essential part of the ceramic process. Students will learn pinch, slab, coil techniques, and will work with colored slips, underglazes, stains and glazing. Bring your ideas and allow Sheila to help you bring them to life!
The purpose of this class is to re-introduce individuals to the basics of building and engaging the imagination to make something from concept to reality all on their own. The aim is to show how simple and fun it is to play in clay and the only limits are those one chooses to set. By the end of class they should have acquired the tools and confidence necessary for furthering their artistic ambition
Clay:
Each class includes a materials fee which covers the cost of firing and glazing. In addition to this fee, students will need to purchase clay through the Registration Office at ASLD, which must be done in person. Clay costs are $20 for 25lbs of stoneware, $25 for 25lbs of porcelain. Please only purchase clay from ASLD, unless approved by the studio manager. No low-fire clays may be used at ASLD.
Tools:
Community tools are available for student use, in exception of a small sponge. If you prefer personal tools, a basic ceramics tool kit, small sponges and large clean up sponges are available for purchase at the Registration Office.
Other supplies:
Students are encouraged to wear clothes that can get dirty to ceramics class, including close-toed shoes. We also recommend bringing an apron and a towel.
Please review the ceramics studio policies before attending the first class: CERAMICS STUDIO POLICIES
Rocky Mountain Clay 1220 W 1st Ave, Denver, CO 80223
Continental Clay 5303 East 47th Ave., Denver, CO 80216
Stoneleaf Pottery 6611 W 58th Pl, Arvada, CO 80003
Meiningers 499 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
