Using a variety of techniques, we will make a green man sculpture, that will look handsome hanging in your yard or garden. The history of the “Green man” is unclear. He can be found in many cultures going back centuries. The one thread that runs through all these cultures is the symbolism of rebirth. Given the last year, this seemed a fitting symbol to acknowledge and celebrate. History of green man
Join us as you are led through the steps to make your sculpture. This is a 3 day workshop. The first day will be spent making the the mask, adorned with leaves. While I will show you how to make the sculpture, there is no limit to how your creativity can influence what the final product will look like. This class will likely take the full 2 hours. The second class we will will finish the sculpture and clean it up and underglaze it so it is ready for the kiln. This class may take between 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how much was accomplished the first class. The last class will be spent glazing the sculpture. This last class will also likely take the full 2 hours.
The days of the classes will be Sunday, August 8, 13 and 29, from 3 – 5 pm. Click here for tickets: mask
The image of the green man was done by an unknown artist. We will be making something similar, about 15 inches square, limited only by your imagination. Your sculpture, once completed, could hang outside all year in a protected place. 
How many leaves do you recognize from the platter below? I love finding ways to incorporate nature into the things I make. This platter is not only very functional but really pretty, too! Using leaves and flowers from around my house, you are welcome to bring your own, you will make a ceramic platter that when finished is about 9 x 5 inches. It will be dishwasher safe, microwavable and oven proof.
This is a great project for you to do with your child. It is very easy, and everyone will find success with it, no matter the level of proficiency. The class will be offered Saturday July 17 and 24 from 10 am to 12 pm. The class will be limited to 8 students. The first class will focus on making the platter and arranging the leaves. This will take about an hour. The second class will focus on getting the platter ready for glaze and glazing. The second class will take about an hour. 
There is so much that is good about learning to make pottery! To take a lump of clay and transform it into something beautiful – that is also functional, is so incredibly satisfying. A spoon rest is one of those things that is functional, but also has so much versatility in terms of design. There is no end to how creative you can get with your design.
Working from a template and mold, you will make three spoon rests that reflects your own own style! One spoon rest will be similar to the one shown using a hosta leaf (or bring your own leaf from home), another will be the more traditional spoon shaped spoon rest, and last will give you more opportunity to tap into your own creativity. 
The first day of this two day workshop will be spent making the actual spoon rests. Depending on how much detail you include, or how much you branch out on your own design, it will take about a little over an hour. The second class will also take around an hour for glazing.
The class is limited to 8 people, and will take place on Tuesday evening, July 13 and 20, from 7 – 9 pm. 
Join us on August 11 and 18 from 6 – 8 pm to make the plate shown, or one very similar, that reflects your very own creativity! This plate, which is about 9 inches wide, and is oven and dishwasher safe, microwavable and food safe. This plate differs from the other plate workshop in that this plate is smaller and the plate has a rim. Because of the methods used in making the plate it is very hard to add a rim on the other method that will be used.
During this 2 day workshop you will be led through the steps to make your very own plate. The first day, which will take about 2 hours, we will make the plate, and cover different ways to decorate it. Once the plate is made, you can finish it any way you want. A number of different methods of decorating will be covered, including use of texture, use of underglazes and stencils, and sgraffito, a popular Italian method of decorating pottery. The second scheduled day, we will finish the plate. Depending on how much is done the first class, the second class could take an hour to 2 hours. Your plate will be ready for you to take home within 2 weeks of you finishing it.
No experience necessary!
The class is for 2 – 6 people. Grab a friend and make an evening of it.
I have been teaching pottery and ceramics in a variety of situations, for all age groups, for more than 30 years. I absolutely love teaching and sharing my love of clay with others.
Grab your friends and do something creative! On August 20 and 27, from 6 – 8pm, we will be making this butter dish, or one similar, that reflects your creativity. You will be led step by step on how to make a butter dish that is dish washer safe, microwavable and oven proof. Different methods on how to decorate will be covered allowing you to explore the versatility of clay! This project is all hand built and does not use the wheel. It is a great introduction to clay for those who have never experienced the satisfaction of working with clay as well as those who have experience.
For tickets, click here: butter dish
Learn to throw on a potter’s wheel. Group lessons limited to 4 students. I would like to keep the age group for students ages 12 – 15. I will be offering a similar class for students ages 16-18 on Wednesdays, 3 – 5 pm, July 7 through August 25. Either class would be a great opportunity for your children this summer. Price is for 8 two hour classes and includes materials. The class will cover centering, throwing techniques, trimming and glazing . Techniques to decorate a pot, including adding clay, carving, sgraffito, and use of underglazes and washes will be covered.
This is primarily focusing on beginner techniques. Click here for a course outline . 8 week class outline
Three classes are scheduled for the summer. One class will be for adults, and two classes for teens. This Teen class is for younger teens and will take place Thursday afternoons, from 4 – 6 pm starting October 8. It will run 8 weeks: October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, and Dec 1*.
5/17/21 – Due to covid, pottery wheels are backordered and delivery is expected mid-September 2021.
*If people’s schedules allow, I may try and have the last class during the last full week of November.
This 3 day workshop will take place during mid-winter break, February 21, 22, and 23, from 1 -3 pm. During this workshop, students will design and construct from clay, a fairy house or toad house.
Day 1 – February 21- Construct the House – wall and roof, textures for both, windows, and doors
Day 2 – February 22 – Adorn the house – chimney, trees, flowers, mushrooms…
Day 3 – February 23 – Paint/glaze using underglazes.
The houses will then be fired and a clear gloss coat of glaze applied over everything. Houses should be ready within 2 weeks of the last class for pick up.
To reserve your seat, click here: House
Toad and Fairy houses made by other students:
What a great way to spend Friday night! Join us for this fun creative event to make your own wine cooler. Working with a slab of clay, you will be led through the steps to make your own fully functional wine cooler. The first night will take the full 2 hours, so it would be great if you can arrive on time. The first evening will be spent making the the ceramic form. A variety of techniques for decoration will also be covered. The second class, the following week, will be spent glazing your cooler. Depending on how much detail you add, it could take the full two hours. No experience needed. The class will meet Friday evening, July 16 and 23 from 6 – 8 pm. The video below is an example of what the wine cooler will look like before it is glazed and fired. We will use actual grape leaves as part of the decorations. 
