Pottery Actvities for Adults Click here for Classes for Children, Teens and Families Classes for adults General information Adult classes are for 2.5 hours per week; the number of weeks per session, vary. Statutory holidays have been taken into consideration in the scheduling. There will be a four week break overthe Christmas holidays, and no classes on Thanksgiving, March Break, Easter and Victoria Weekend. Introduction to pottery This course acquaints the novice student in the basic techniques of forming clay into hand built objects, and is the grounding for learning to throw a pot on the wheel. In addition students will learn how to decorate their work and apply glazes. Beginners (Introduction to pottery is a prerequisite for this course). Students will learn the basics of centering and forming clay into simple shapes, and more use of slips, glazes and other decorating methods. Intermediate This course is designed for students to improve their throwing skills, and develop the ability to throw larger pieces, and make lids and handles. Advanced Students will develop the ability to create advanced and intricate forms, matching sets of ware, and innovative approaches to glazing and decorating. • Mature students (60+) receive 5% discount. Please note: Due to space limitations, class and workshop attendees should pick up all completed projects within six weeks of the final firing unless pre-arranged. The Almonte Potters' Guild cannot guarantee that completed pieces will remain in the studio after that date. Special Wednesday night classes for Adults - Fall/Winter 2011 Session Wednesday night 7-9:30 pm Subject Teacher Fall 2011 Sep 21 - Oct 12 Advanced Throwing Dennis Burke Fall/Winter 2011/2012 Oct 26 - Nov 16 Ceramic glazes Cost: Clay: $32.00 per bag (includes glaze materials and firing). Clay must be purchased from the Almonte Potters Guild. $90.00 for a four-week course. Back to the top of the page. Classes for Adults - Fall 2011 -Spring 2012 Session Monday afternoon 1-3:30 pm Monday night 7-9:30 pm Tuesday night 7-9:30 pm Thursday night 7-9:30 pm   Introduction to Pottery Instructor: TBA Introduction to Pottery Instructor: TBA Beginners Wheel Instructor: TBA Hand Building Intermediate/Advanced Instructor: TBA Fall 2011  Sep 19 - Nov 14 Note: No class on Thanksgiving! Sep 20 - Nov 8 Sep 22 - Nov 10 Fall/Winter 2011/2012 Nov 21 - Dec 12 Jan 9 - Jan 30 Nov 22 - Dec 6 Jan 10 - Jan 31 Nov 24 - Dec 15 Jan 12 - Feb 2 Winter 2012  Feb 6 - Apr 2 Feb 7 - Apr 3 Feb 9 - Apr 5 Note: No classes during Spring Break! Spring 2012  Apr 18 - Jun 20 Apr 19 - Jun 7 Apr 21 - Jun 9 Cost: Clay: $32.00 per bag (includes glaze materials and firing). Clay must be purchased from the Almonte Potters Guild. $180.00 for an eight-week course Back to the top of the page. Group Sessions for Adults You provide the group of people, we provide the guidance and facility to work with clay. Good for socializing, ice-breakers, and teambuilding get-togethers for groups, etc. Comparable to Parties for Children. The basic prices are $ 23.00 per person for a two-hour session. There is a minimum charge of $ 92.00 per party. Please call 613 256 5556 for more details. Private Lessons Please contact us at 613 256 5556 to discuss the options for private lessons.

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