4 Week Wheel Throwing Fundamentals (adult/teen) w/ artist Antonia Cantu

Wheel Throwing Fundamentals: 4-Week Pottery Class with Antonia Cantu Dates : Fridays: August 14, 21, 28 & September 4th Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ages: Adult/Teen Maximum enrollment: 5 Fee: $100 non members ($80 members) Skill Level: Beginner / Introductory Location: 3-D Studio, Salmon River Fine Arts Center Discover the art of pottery in this 4-week introductory wheel-throwing class designed for beginners or anyone looking to build a strong foundation on the pottery wheel. Students will learn the essential techniques needed to create beautiful, functional ceramic pieces while gaining confidence working with clay. Throughout the course, participants will be guided step-by-step through the pottery process. Students will learn how to prepare clay, center it on the wheel, and form a basic cylinder, the foundational shape used to create many ceramic forms. Once comfortable with this process, demonstrations will show how to transform cylinders into simple functional pieces such as cups and bowls. In addition to throwing, students will learn important finishing skills including proper drying techniques, trimming the base of their pieces, and basic glazing methods to prepare their work for kiln firing. By the end of the class, students will have a collection of handmade ceramic pieces and a solid introduction to wheel-throwing techniques. Join us for a fun and hands-on experience exploring the timeless craft of pottery at the Salmon River Fine Arts Center! Students enrolled in this class will also have the option to come in during open studio on Tuesdays (6-8pm) or Fridays (1-4pm) to practice and work on their pieces. (Although there will be a monitor, there is no instructor for the open studio.) Total class time is 10 hours with the option of an additional 12 hours of open studio time during the class session. All tools and materials are provided. No outside clay or glazes are permitted in the Pottery Studio. Register in person or online here: https://salmonriverfineartscenter.square.site/ *Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request. This class is made possible with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and a grant from The John Ben Snow Foundation & Memorial Trust.