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Ceramics Open Studio, Saturdays December
with Raphaela Nicholls
Registration includes a $15 supply fee
December 7, 14 and 21
Saturdays at 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Saturday Open Studio: A Creative Haven
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring open studio session. This is the perfect opportunity to practice your wheel-throwing and handbuilding skills. You'll have access to our well-equipped studio and guidance from our resident artist.
What to expect:
Independent Practice: Work at your own pace, experimenting with different techniques and styles.
Expert Guidance: Our resident artist will be on hand to offer advice and support.
A Creative Community: Connect with other potters and share your passion for clay.
Open to students with prior wheel experience who can work independently.
Beginning Watercolor with Amanda Schuster
with Amanda Schuster
Fridays, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for Four Sessions
Dec 13, Dec 20, Dec 27 and Jan 3rd.
Learn the basics of watercolor painting. Paint with an instructor step-by-step to learn the joy of this magical medium. This will be a paint-along course with Paul Clark's YouTube series images. No drawing experience is necessary.
You will learn the basics of the materials, beginning color theory, and timing and control of your paints. Come play, have fun with color, and learn to create a successful painting. Please bring the complete supply list on the first day to begin the instruction. Reference images will be supplied.
Former students are welcome, but Amanda will use images from previous courses.
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Intermediate Watercolor with Amanda Schuster
with Amanda Schuster
Fridays, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Dec 13, Dec 20, Dec 27 and Jan 3rd.
For watercolor artists who are ready to move to their own subject matter but would like the support of an instructor, Amanda will offer guidance on good reference photos, composition, and planning a painting.
Short demonstrations and lessons focused on color mixing will be included. This Course Requires the Prerequisite of Beginning Watercolor with Amanda or the approval of the instructor.
Please bring 2-4 reference photos for first class and all items listed on the Supply List.
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Creative Space Membership - January
PFA Studio Creative Space Membership
Unlimited access to the studio during non-business hours.
Bring your supplies and work on your creative projects at your own pace. Adults ages 18 +.
Use of easels, tables, and aprons. Access to the sink and restroom.
Unsupervised
Please note that our Creative Space Monthly Membership is unsupervised. This means you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of your belongings. Please be respectful of the studio and the other members.
Clean up
Please note that you are responsible for cleaning up and leaving the studio in the same condition as you found it.
Access information will be provided upon registration.
Monthly Ceramics Open Studio - January
Monthly Ceramics Open Studio
Unleash Your Inner Potter!
Our Open Ceramics Studio is your personal creative sanctuary. When not occupied by classes or workshops, the studio is open for you to explore your ceramic passions.
Whether you're a seasoned potter or just starting your clay journey, you have the freedom to experiment and create without limitations. Use our pottery wheels and tools to bring your ceramic visions to life.
Membership includes:
- Wheel Access
- Slab Roller - Create beautiful clay slabs for hand-building.
- Storage Space
- Water container
- Basic pottery tools
- Basic Glazes
No instruction is provided during Open Studio hours. However, you can utilize our resource library or seek guidance from our staff during business hours.
Ages 18+ Not available for production workers creating a high volume of products. Previous experience is required, or you must have taken our beginner class.
Studio Rules:
1. To ensure its quality, you must purchase your clay from PFA Studio. Various clay bodies are available for purchase.
2. Membership includes access to a limited supply of glazes. You will want to have your own mid-range glazes, Cone 5.
3. Cleanliness: Clean-up policies will be covered at the orientation.
4. All pieces must be taken home at the end of the month.
Raffa will reach out to schedule an orientation time once you have registered.
Please note: Studio availability may vary. Check our schedule for open studio times.
Let your imagination take shape!
Ceramics 2.0 Intermediate Wheel Throwing Class - Fridays, January
with Raphaela Nicholls
January 3, 10 and 24th (No class January 17th)
Fridays at 7:00 - 9:00 pm
$215 (includes a $15 supply fee)
This intermediate wheel-throwing class is perfect for those who have mastered the basics. We'll delve deeper into advanced techniques, such as centering, pulling thinner walls, and trimming. You'll learn to create more complex forms like vases, bowls, and mugs.
This class is ideal for those who want to take their wheel-throwing skills to the next level. Let's get creative and push your limits!
Ages 13+
Ceramics Wheel Throwing Class - Saturdays January
with Raphaela Nicholls
All Levels Welcome,Registration includes a $15 supply fee
January 4, 10 and 25 (No class January 18)
Saturdays at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Weekly for two hours
- Limited to five students
Come play with clay and learn the fundamentals of ceramics wheel throwing. Topics covered include throwing on the wheel, trimming, and glazing techniques. Students will learn to create functional and decorative pieces using the pottery wheel.
Ages 13+
Single Drop In Oil Painting - Saturday, January 4th
with Jamie Lightfoot
Saturday Single Drop In Oil Painting - This class is oil painting lessons for students 14 and over, mixed adults and teens. Open to new and existing students. All levels of skill welcome.
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Oil Painting is not something you can learn in an afternoon. For new students, please plan on attending at least three Single Drop In classes or register for one of the monthly sessions.
Students work on their own projects, at their own pace. Please email me your reference images before class starts. Ipad's work great for viewing your reference images. I can also print them for you.
Let me know if you have any questions!