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COMPLETE CLASS TITLE: Functional Vessels Combining Wheelthrown and Handbuilt Pots with Visiting Artist Bonnie Seeman (SWA-CE-01-1)

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Instructor: Bonnie Seeman

Tuition: $79 members; $99 non-members

Saturday, Apr 18, 10:00am – 4:00pm, (1 session)

Location: Studio 4

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Bonnie Seeman is very interested in the utilitarian object and how it can be used as a means of narration. Seeman’s demonstration will focus on throwing and the combining of thrown and handbuilt forms to create complex functional vessels. Using basic wheelthrown parts, she will demonstrate a variety of altering and assembling techniques. She will also demonstrate surface treatments from drawing into wet clay, carving, and stamping. A variety of surface decorations and glazing techniques will be discussed.

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Bonnie Seeman has participated in numerous international and national exhibitions, including Art Basel, Switzerland; the World Ceramic Biennale, Korea; Arco Art Fair, Spain; and FIAC, France. Her works are in many public and private collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Mint Museum of Craft and Design, and The Carnegie Museum of Art. She is the recipient of grants; such as, the Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation Biennial Award and two Florida Individual Artist Fellowships. She has demonstrated and lectured throughout the US, and her work has been widely published. She currently serves on the board of Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts, and has been a Florida Arts Fellowship panelist. She received a BFA from the University of Miami and an MFA from the University of Massachusetts/Dartmouth.
Single class scheduled on 4/18/2015 at 10:00AM
Instructor: Barbara Middleton



Tuition: $39 members; $49 non-members

Saturday, May 16, 1:00 – 5:00pm, (1 session)

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: May 9

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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Cutting darts into a pot and rejoining the clay can transform an ordinary shape into the extraordinary. See how various shapes of darts give different results. Darting adds movement to pots, creating more interest.

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Bring several soft clay pots to experiment on. These should be dry enough to handle but soft enough to manipulate without causing cracking. Cylindrical shaped pieces are especially suitable for darting. The cylindrical pieces should be 5″ (a good mug size) or taller and can be handbuilt or wheelthrown. If you want to try something other than a cylinder, that could also be interesting. Wide rims on plates and sides and rims of bowls could also be darted. Darts work best when the clay is about ¼” thick. Also, bring your pottery tools and an X-acto knife. These tools will also be available for purchase. Dart right in and join the fun!
Single class scheduled on 5/16/2015 at 1:00PM
Instructor: Barbara Middleton



Tuition: $39 members; $49 non-members

Saturday, May 30, 1:00 – 5:00pm, (1 session)

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: May 23

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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Are you afraid of cutting into your newly thrown pot? Here is your support group to help get past that! Learn how to give an average pot more personality by carving and piercing. If you are already fearless, carving and piercing will add a new level of interest to your pots! This technique is useful for handbuilt or wheelthrown pieces.

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Bring several leather-hard pieces, with walls at least ¼” thick. Clay without grog gives the best results. Bring your tools. Scalpel type knives (X-acto type) and carving tools will be available for purchase or bring your own, if you have them.
Single class scheduled on 5/30/2015 at 1:00PM
Instructor: Beth Lambert



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Mar 30 / Ends Jun 1

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 13 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 23

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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Explore what you can create using your hands! Learn basic pinch, slab, and coil construction methods as well as the use of molds. Decorative treatments will include stamps, slips, and stains. Students will also learn how to glaze and finish their pots using high-fire glazing techniques. No previous clay experience is required, but please do not miss the first class! This class is a prerequisite for all clay classes.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. During the first class session students will need to purchase a 25 lb. bag of clay from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 3/30/2015 and ending 6/1/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Jean Mross



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Mondays, 9:00am – 12:00pm

Begins Mar 30 / Ends Jun 1

Location: Studio 4

Class limit: 13 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 23

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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Explore what you can create using your hands! Learn basic pinch, slab, and coil construction methods as well as the use of molds. Decorative treatments will include stamps, slips, and stains. Students will also learn how to glaze and finish their pots using high-fire glazing techniques. No previous clay experience is required, but please do not miss the first class! This class is a prerequisite for all clay classes.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. During the first class session students will need to purchase a 25 lb. bag of clay from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 3/30/2015 and ending 6/1/2015 at 9:00AM
Instructor: Hamid Ebrahimifar



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Apr 2 / Ends Jun 4

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 10 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 26

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Beginning Handbuilding or equivalent. Using the basic handbuilding techniques of coil and slab, students will learn to sculpt animals in clay with both expression and form. Since prehistoric times, artists have used the depiction of animals as a way to communicate ideas, thoughts, and feelings. Many cultures created ceramic pieces that blended the forms of animal and vessel. These vessel forms will be examined as well as methods on how to achieve detail and add character to each clay animal sculpture.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Thursday starting 4/2/2015 and ending 6/4/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Ashley Morrison, Resident Artist



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Thursdays, 10:30am – 1:30pm

Begins Apr 2 / Ends Jun 4

Location: Studios 3 & 4

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 26

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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These classes are for advanced level students only. Develop and refine your handbuilding and throwing skills and expand your range of forms through individual projects. Demonstrations will include more complex forms and advanced techniques in throwing, handbuilding, and glazing. This class is designed for students with moderate to extensive experience. Wheelthrowing will be in Studio 4 only and students must be able to master basic centering and pulling skills.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Thursday starting 4/2/2015 and ending 6/4/2015 at 10:30AM
Instructor: Kelly Edwards



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Fridays, 10:30am – 1:30pm

Begins Apr 3 / Ends Jun 5

Location: Studios 3 & 4

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 27

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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These classes are for advanced level students only. Develop and refine your handbuilding and throwing skills and expand your range of forms through individual projects. Demonstrations will include more complex forms and advanced techniques in throwing, handbuilding, and glazing. This class is designed for students with moderate to extensive experience. Wheelthrowing will be in Studio 4 only and students must be able to master basic centering and pulling skills.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Friday starting 4/3/2015 and ending 6/5/2015 at 10:30AM
Instructor: Beth Lambert



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Wednesdays, 11:00am – 2:00pm

Begins Apr 1 / Ends Jun 3

Location: Studios 3 & 4

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 25

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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These classes are for advanced level students only. Develop and refine your handbuilding and throwing skills and expand your range of forms through individual projects. Demonstrations will include more complex forms and advanced techniques in throwing, handbuilding, and glazing. This class is designed for students with moderate to extensive experience. Wheelthrowing will be in Studio 4 only and students must be able to master basic centering and pulling skills.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 4/1/2015 and ending 6/3/2015 at 11:00AM
Instructor: Fletcher Larkin



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Apr 1 / Ends Jun 3

Location: Studio 4

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 25

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Basic Handbuilding AND Introduction to the Wheel or equivalent. This class covers both handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques, with an emphasis on creating a more refined form. Students can create projects using one or both techniques and will be encouraged to design and pursue their own projects. Demonstrations will include more complex forms and advanced techniques in throwing, handbuilding, and glazing. All firing options are available.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 4/1/2015 and ending 6/3/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Ashley Morrison, Resident Artist



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Apr 2 / Ends Jun 4

Location: Studio 4

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 26

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Basic Handbuilding AND Introduction to the Wheel or equivalent. This class covers both handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques, with an emphasis on creating a more refined form. Students can create projects using one or both techniques and will be encouraged to design and pursue their own projects. Demonstrations will include more complex forms and advanced techniques in throwing, handbuilding, and glazing. All firing options are available.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Thursday starting 4/2/2015 and ending 6/4/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Ashley Morrison, Resident Artist



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Tuesdays, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Begins Mar 31 / Ends Jun 2

Location: Studios 3 & 4

Class limit: 15 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 24

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Basic Handbuilding AND Introduction to the Wheel or equivalent. This class covers both handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques, with an emphasis on creating a more refined form. Students can create projects using one or both techniques and will be encouraged to design and pursue their own projects. Demonstrations will include more complex forms and advanced techniques in throwing, handbuilding, and glazing. All firing options are available.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 3/31/2015 and ending 6/2/2015 at 10:00AM
Instructor: Celia Storey



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Wednesdays, 6:00 – 9:00pm

Begins Apr 1 / Ends Jun 3

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 13 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 25

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Basic Handbuilding or equivalent. This class is for the student who wants to build on their basic handbuilding skills. Students will be able to work at their own skill level as they explore both functional and sculptural forms. There will be plenty of one-on-one time with the instructor. Raku, high-fire, and low-fire are available options as well as glazing assistance. A Supply List will be available on the AAC website at arkansasartscenter.org/museum-school—supply-lists.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Wednesday starting 4/1/2015 and ending 6/3/2015 at 6:00PM
Instructor: Kelly Edwards



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Mar 31 / Ends Jun 2

Location: Studio 4

Class limit: 18 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 24

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Introduction to the Wheel or equivalent. This class is designed for experienced students who have mastered basic centering and pulling techniques. Take your throwing skills to the next level. Students will continue to develop basic skills such as trimming and pulling handles, yet be challenged to throw more complicated forms such as serving bowls, lidded vessels, platters, and altered forms. This class provides students the opportunity to work at their own skill level and progress at their own rate.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 3/31/2015 and ending 6/2/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Jean Mross



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Mondays, 12:30am – 3:30pm

Begins Mar 30 / Ends Jun 1

Location: Studio 4

Class limit: 12 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 23

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Basic Handbuilding or equivalent. Previous experience with handbuilding is required. If you need an intro. to the wheel class or just some help refining your existing skills, get your week off to a robust start — sign up for a throwing class! Students will learn to throw a cylinder, mug, bowl, vase, and various other functional pots. They will also learn how to finish their pots using standard decorating and glazing techniques. High-fire, low-fire, and Raku are available.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 3/30/2015 and ending 6/1/2015 at 12:30PM
Instructor: Kelly Edwards



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Mar 30 / Ends Jun 1

Location: Studio 4

Class limit: 18 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 23

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Basic Handbuilding or equivalent. Previous experience with handbuilding is required. This is an introduction to the potter’s wheel for beginning students only. The class will focus on the basic skills of wedging, centering, opening, pulling, and trimming a pot. Students will learn to throw a cylinder, mug, bowl, vase, and flower pot. Students will also learn how to finish their pots using standard decorating and glazing techniques. Students need to bring a bath towel to each class.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 3/30/2015 and ending 6/1/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Julia Baugh



Tuition: $259 members; $324 non-members

Mondays, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Begins Mar 30 / Ends Jun 1

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 12 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 23

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Beginning Handbuilding or equivalent. If you love the beautiful, bright colors of low-fire earthenware, then this is the class for you! Students will explore a variety of glazing and decorating techniques using a low-fire, terra cotta clay body. The instructor has several projects planned, with plenty of time allowed for working on your own ideas.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Monday starting 3/30/2015 and ending 6/1/2015 at 10:00AM
Instructor: Julia Baugh



Tuition: $130 members; $162 non-members

Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins Mar 31 / Ends Apr 28

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 12 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Mar 24

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Beginning Handbuilding or equivalent. Try something new this quarter! We are breaking the 10-week class into two 5-week classes in order to offer an extended “booster class” during the evening! You may sign up for one session or both, taught by our newest clay instructor, Julia Baugh.

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Extruder Class – 1st 5-weeks: Learn how to create beautiful, functional work using the extruder. Students will explore various techniques to get the most out of our extruders. Lidded containers, boxes, woven ceramic baskets, teapots, and vases will be covered.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 3/31/2015 and ending 4/28/2015 at 6:30PM
Instructor: Julia Baugh



Tuition: $130 members; $162 non-members

Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30pm

Begins May 5 / Ends Jun 2

Location: Studio 3

Class limit: 12 maximum / 5 minimum

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CLASS WILL CANCEL if minimum not registered by: Apr 28

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IF CLASS IS CLOSED please click here to be placed on a wait list for the current term. If we receive sufficient interest we may be able to offer another session.

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PREREQUISITE: Beginning Handbuilding or equivalent. Try something new this quarter! We are breaking the 10-week class into two 5-week classes in order to offer an extended “booster class” during the evening! You may sign up for one session or both, taught by our newest clay instructor, Julia Baugh.

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Screen Printing on Clay – 2nd 5-weeks: Learn the basis of screen printing on clay. During this 5-week session, students will create screens from images and learn how to print those images directly onto your work, using a variety of colorful underglazes. The indirect method of printing on clay with plaster bats will also be covered.

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ONLY clay purchased at the Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) is allowed for use in AAC ceramics classes. A 25 lb. bag of clay may be purchased from your instructor. The cost is $30. This covers all firing and glazing fees.
Classes scheduled every week on Tuesday starting 5/5/2015 and ending 6/2/2015 at 6:30PM