Nuala Creed Butterfly Child
Ceramic stoneware, multi-fired, cones 4, 04 and 06, colored with
stains, colored clay and underglazes,
39 x 10 x 10 inches, 2009
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Sandy Simon
Porcelain jar with red seeds from the Amazon
wax thread, nichrome wire
Spring 2010 Classes: March 23 May 29, 2010
DROP-IN POLICY: Per day drop-ins are allowed in some adult classes with the consent of the instructor or where noted in the description. Students may drop-in ONLY 3 times before they are required to purchase a half or full class (no other fractional classes allowed), unless otherwise noted.
= classes appropriate for beginners
= teens under 16 may enroll with instructor's permission
Please Note: Ceramics course fees include a $10 lab fee, but do not include
tools (which vary by class) or clay, which is sold for $10 per 25-lb. bag.
beginning & intermediate wheel-throwing
Kay Coffee
You can do it! Learn to use the potter's wheel to make mugs, bowls, plates and more. Fundamentals of glazing and design problems unique to ceramics will be covered. Experienced potters will sharpen their skills and explore larger, more difficult forms. Please wear tennis shoes and bring a small towel.
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wednesday morning wheel & sculpture
Steve Allen
Explore wheel-throwing, hand-building and sculptural techniques. Students can create their own projects or be inspired by a variety of techniques demonstrated each week. Traditional and alternate firing processes including saggar and raku are available.
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wheel-throwing & hand-building
Geared toward the intermediate/advanced potter, this class will cover techniques for creating vases, cups, bowls and platters. Focus will be on altering wheel-thrown forms, high-temperature glazing and throwing tall cylinders of up to 25 lbs.
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thursday night ceramics
Jennifer Brazelton
Students will have the opportunity to focus on individual projects incorporating various techniques. Demonstrations will cover different approaches to the medium and explore the creation of form, surface and imagery. Optional Davis walking tour of CCACA art shows Sat. May 1. All levels welcome.
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Monday night wheel throwing
Instructor: Saadi Shapiro
Learn all aspects of wheel-throwing from start to finish and make those projects you want to make. Clay work will also include slab construction and altered forms. Additional topics as time permits. Technique demonstrations, surface decoration and glazing included. Individual projects and all levels welcome.
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beyond the classroom ceramics
Take advantage of the Center's well-equipped ceramics facility to work on your own projects. Students may use the studio during the hours listed for a maximum of 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: Must have taken one ceramics class at RAC in the last year. Not intended for production work. Day drop-ins not allowed.
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Students enrolled in classes SP1C – SP6C are entitled to 3 additional hours of studio time per class, each week during scheduled Supervised Open Studio hours. Students may use the studio only at the times stated when safety supervision is provided and must sign in upon arrival at the studio. Please check studio door for times..............................................
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tile explorations
Investigate both traditional and non-traditional methods of tile making. Slab construction and press molds will be covered, along with adapting pre-made tiles using both glazes to be fired and the cold process. Texture, color, design and narrative will be considered. Methods for surface applications will be explored including monoprinting with slips and stamping. Bring ideas and your sketchbook for inspiration. Materials list available. $10 materials fee is due to instructor.
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focus on firing saggar with steve
Explore the magic and immediate effects of saggar firing. Learn burnishing techniques, how to make and use terra sigilatta and how to get pit fire effects in the raku kiln. Bring a burnished and bisque fired piece ready to fire and some food and/or drink to share.
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mosaics pique assiette
This style of mosaic (broken china) incorporates pieces of broken ceramics, dishes, tiles and other found objects into the art of recycling, for a unique and fun design. You supply your own broken tiles, plates and a wooden board - primed in advance before class - as your substrate. Instructor provides tools, adhesives and grout for your use in class (metal objects are not advised for this project). Wear art clothes and bring a lunch or snack. $15 materials fee due to instructor day of workshop.
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clay print workshop
Create vibrant monotype prints using only potters clays and pure pigments with this unique and innovative process. Make a clay slab and build up several layers of colored slips and pull multiple prints. $30 materials fee includes a reusable plywood board. Hand tools only. Supply list is available.
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inside clay culture: northern californias artistic legacy
This seminar-style class takes place over 4 weeks and features known and aspiring Northern California artists working in ceramics today. A historical perspective will precede a discussion of artists creating traditional vessel ware, sculpture, and installation. Topics will be discussed using image-illustrated presentations. All classes will take place in the Resource Room.
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visiting ceramic artist lecture & demonstrations
Join us for slide presentations by known artists in the Bay Area. This is a unique opportunity to talk with and participate in unique events in an intimate setting.
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Mar 5 — Bill Abright
Stretching pre-textured slabs of clay into human figures, fish, insects and large-scale masks is at the core of Bill Abrights art. He is guided by the belief that the twist of an individuals imagination is one trait that accounts for our different perceptions of reality. Abright is known for his post fired constructed sculptures and his use of a variety of adhesives and cold finishes to connect forms and mimic glazes to conclude his artworks. He exhibits throughout the U.S. and teaches at the College of Marin.
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Apr 30 Sandy Simon
Sandy Simon keeps her ceramic functional ware minimal, highlighting the beauty of form. Detailed wire handle or subtle alterations including cutting, piercing, and relief are her stylistic hallmark. Simon, a celebrated studio potter, is the owner of TRAX Gallery in Berkeley. She exhibits her work internationally.
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May 21 Nuala Creed
Ceramic sculptures of precious babies and endearing children command our attention and entice our interest. Children cradling endangered species and babies bearing weapons challenge our sensibilities. Creed is a CCA alumn who exhibits her work throughout the United States. Her work is included in numerous public and private collections.
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clay print workshop
