Ceramic surfaces leave a lot of space to “play” with, whether wheel thrown or slab constructed, there is a lot of surface to creatively consider and utilize to enhance the look of a finished pieces. 

 

During this 8-week class, Melanie will teach you resist techniques using latex, wax, cut-outs, and shellac to create amazing surfaces that will take your pots to the next level! She will also teach you how to make your own colored slips, engobes, and terra sigillata using mason stains and oxides to enhance your “resist” techniques. 

 

Please CLICK HERE to read our current Teaching Center Policies & Procedures. Registration for class signifies agreement and compliance with these policies.

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Skill Level 102/201/202

View our full SKILL LEVEL GUIDE FOR CLASSES.

TYPE OF STUDENT:

This class is designed for students growing in confidence working with larger and/or more complex forms who wish to become more intentional with their work

EXISTING SKILLS SET RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS:
In order to be successful in this class, it is recommended that students are comfortable making either wheel-thrown or handbuilt forms with 1-3 lbs of clay. Students should also be familiar with the basics of glaze application and in a position to begin layering and/or adding more complex application techniques. 

• Our facility is wheelchair accessible via a ramp entrance at the Gallery.
• During daytime classes, please park across the parking lot and not directly in front of the building.
• Enter the teaching center through the double gray doors to the left of our gallery entrance.
• Report any problems or concerns immediately to your instructor or to a member of The Village Potters.
• Public Bathrooms are to be used and located down the hall from the classroom. Follow signs.
• No cell phone use in class unless you are taking pictures of pots.
• Only students enrolled in classes may sign up for the open studio time.
• Ask before you use use a piece of equipment that you aren’t familiar with.
• No smoking in or outside of The Village Potters.
• Because of space and liability issues, guests are not allowed in the Teaching Center during classes or Open Studio.
• Open Studio access must be signed up for in advance using the online calendar link via Calendly. Your instructor will share that sign up link with you.

Cancellation Policy:

1. Cancellation up to 30 days prior to the start of class, students receive a full refund (minus a $50 administrative fee).
2. Cancellation within 29-0 days of the start of class, students receive no refund.