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Handbuilding 101 – Section B

The Crafts Center 210 Jensen Drive, Raleigh, NC

An introductory level class – no experience necessary. Pinching, coiling, soft and hard slab construction and extruding are the main methods of hand-building that this beginner level class introduces. You will create functional as well as sculptural forms, such as cups, mugs, bowls and lidded boxes. Surface decoration through slips, stains, and wax, as well…

Continuing Wheel – Section B

The Crafts Center 210 Jensen Drive, Raleigh, NC

So, you’ve conquered the basics and you’re ready for more? Continuing Wheel is the next level of pottery wheel instruction or can serve as a refresher course of basic pottery skills. Projects include refining skills used for pulling handles, turning matching and consistent forms, small plates. A wonderful class for novice potters as well as…

Beyond Basic Handbuilding

The Crafts Center 210 Jensen Drive, Raleigh, NC

An intermediate level class – basic handbuilding experience is necessary. Coiling, soft and hard slab construction and extruding techniques are just the beginning. You will be challenged to create complex forms using basic skills, exciting templates and embellishing designs with multiple parts, layered textures or slips. Decisions regarding concept and design will determine the flow…

Handbuilding 101 – Section C

The Crafts Center 210 Jensen Drive, Raleigh, NC

An introductory level class – no experience necessary. Pinching, coiling, soft and hard slab construction and extruding are the main methods of hand-building that this beginner level class introduces. You will create functional as well as sculptural forms, such as cups, mugs, bowls and lidded boxes. Surface decoration through slips, stains, and wax, as well…