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Unleash your creativity with pottery classes in Chicago. Learn the art of shaping clay, creating unique pieces, and find your inner artist while gaining a new skill that will bring joy and relaxation to your life.
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Off the Wheel Workshop
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unlock your creativity and immerse yourself in the art of pottery in a hands-on experience where you will learn to shape and mold clay into beautiful and unique masterpieces.
Learn to Throw
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Taught at your individual skill level. Learn and become comfortable with the basic techniques in throwing, such as centering, opening, and pulling cylinders, and glazing. Create mugs, bowls and plates using high-fire reduction.
Have Kiln, Get Zoom and Fire! (Ages 16+)
Learn new techniques to use in your home kiln! Start with the basics of sifting enamels and utilizing your own enamels fire new pieces learning sgraffito, Limoges, graphite pencil techniques and more. Demonstrations and individualized attention will be given. Some previous kiln experience required. Note: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class: www.zoom.us You will be emailed Zoom...
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Ceramic Vessel Fusion
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Using nature as a source, you will create decorative vessels by combining various parts utilizing handbuilding and wheelthrowing. Focus on patterning and unifying layers of surface. Additional decorative techniques will be demonstrated; color and glaze will be discussed.
$160
Adaptive Ceramics (Ages 13+)
In this inclusive class for adults of all abilities, use different items from your home to add texture to your pottery. Explore basic handbuilding techniques, including slump molds and new projects that interest you! Clay and firing available for additional cost. Note: This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class: www.zoom.us You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including...
Surfaces for Ceramic Sculpture (Ages 16+)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the secrets behind creating stunning ceramic sculptures as you explore various surface treatments in this hands-on seminar. Unleash your creativity and learn the best strategies for finishing your masterpieces at Evanston Art Center. Join us and bring your sculptures to life!
$130
Form and Function
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
For students with some experience in throwing and hand-building, add to your repertoire of form and techniques to explore how function relates to form working with high-fire reduction stoneware.
Ceramics in the Maker Lab
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create a unique stencil using the laser cutter in EAC’s Maker Lab! We will introduce the variety of technology EAC’s Maker Lab has to offer, and how it can be catered to meet your ceramics practice! Come with a basic image from which you would like to create a stencil.
$95
Beginner Handbuilding / Sculpting
Muze Arts @ 1624 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
Guided by experienced instructors, participants will mold and sculpt clay into small conceptual art forms, making this class an ideal choice for those seeking to master the basics of hand building pottery.
Beginner
18 and older
Bronze Casting & Mold Making
The Fire Arts Center of Chicago @ 1830 N Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL
This class is designed to familiarize students with the basics of lost wax casting process. Depending on the project students will learn wax casting and working technique, gating and venting, ceramic shell and investment molding techniques. Students will be required to complete at least 3 finished projects. Repetition of this class will provide more advanced foundry education. Please note: Students should complete their classes within a...
Ceramics (Middle School)
Magical Minds Studio @ 110 Madison St, Chicago, IL
In our ceramics studio we teach students how to handle clay in order to make functional and artistic ceramic pieces. We'll start with hand-building and then we'll introduce them to the potter's wheel where they'll make bowls, cups and more. All materials will be supplied.
Teen Wheel Throwing (Ages 12-16)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Independently create work on the pottery wheel. All experience levels are welcome, including first-time throwers. Once experienced, the instructor will act as facilitator, helping you create own, unique ideas. Examples of items are mugs, cups, bowls and lamp bases. Purchasing a beginner’s pottery set from a local art store is suggested. In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. Includes COVID-19...
Adaptive Ceramics (Ages 16+) - Online
Evanston Art Center @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
In this inclusive class for adults of all abilities, use different items from your home to add texture to your pottery. Explore basic handbuilding techniques, including slump molds and new projects that interest you! Clay and firing available for additional cost. Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate Recommended supplies: Muslin or canvas, the size of your workspace Bucket Rolling pin, Farberware Classic Wood Rolling Pin, Natural, 17.75-Inch...
Spring Break Camp: Ceramics Central (Ages 9-13)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore the possibilities of working in clay using different hand-building techniques, such as pinch, slab and coil. Design a pinchpot for succulents, design and build a box that tells a story, or create some gifts for friends and family. . . the possibilities are endless once you learn the basics! Ceramics projects will be ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. Caregivers will be contacted via email when projects are ready.
Youth Intro to Ceramics (Ages 13-17)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a creative journey in Youth Intro to Ceramics, where ages 13-17 explore both wheel and hand-building techniques. From mastering the fundamentals of creating cylinders and bowls to delving into advanced processes, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to ceramic artistry. Receive personalized guidance and encouragement to explore your unique interests and expand your skills in a supportive environment.
Creative Handbuilding Ceramics (Ages 9-11)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore the possibilities of working in clay! Students will use different hand-building techniques, such as pinch, slab, and coil. They will design a pinch pot for little succulents, design and build a box that tells a story, or create some gifts for friends and family. The possibilities are endless! Ceramics projects will be ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. Caregivers will be contacted via email when projects are...
BYOB Mushroom Pottery
Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and bring nature into your home with a unique ceramic masterpiece. Join us for a night of pottery and learn how to craft a stunning mushroom-themed bowl and clay mushroom. No experience is required. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event!
Apr 21st
5–6:30pm CDT
$15
100 Seats Left
May 19th
5–6:30pm CDT
$15
100 Seats Left
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Sun, Apr 21st, 5–6:30pm CDT
(90 minutes)
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BYOB Make a Ceramic Mug and a Bowl
Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and create personalized handmade pottery at an expert-led workshop. Discover the art of hand-building with clay and take home unique mugs and a bowl that reflects your style.
Apr 24th
7:30–9pm CDT
$50
18 Seats Left
May 1st
7:30–9pm CDT
$50
18 Seats Left
May 8th
7:30–9pm CDT
$50
18 Seats Left
May 15th
7:30–9pm CDT
$50
18 Seats Left
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Wed, Apr 24th, 7:30–9pm CDT
(90 minutes)
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BYOB Make a Ceramic Candle Holder
Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and explore the art of pottery in this engaging and hands-on class at the Color Cocktail Factory. Join skilled instructors as they teach you to create a beautiful and functional ceramic candle holder. Reserve your spot today and embark on a journey of self-expression and artistic discovery.
Apr 28th
5–6:30pm CDT
$30
25 Seats Left
May 12th
5–6:30pm CDT
$30
25 Seats Left
May 26th
5–6:30pm CDT
$30
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Sun, Apr 28th, 5–6:30pm CDT
(90 minutes)
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BYOB Ceramic Cactus Making
Color Cocktail Factory @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your inner artist and craft a stunning collection of ceramic cacti in this hands-on pottery session. Join our expert instructors as they guide you through each step, from shaping the clay to adding intricate details. Don't miss out on this fun and creative adventure - reserve your spot now!
May 5th
6:30–8pm CDT
$30
28 Seats Left
Jun 2nd
6:30–8pm CDT
$30
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Sun, May 5th, 6:30–8pm CDT
(90 minutes)
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