CLASSES
Our classes are twice a week for four weeks equaling a total of 24 hours. Each class, focusing on a single building technique. The skills of pinching, slab construction, Kurinuki and coiling are all essential. Each one of these classes will give you the foundation to integrate these building methods into your growing practice when needed. We encourage students to take each of the four fundamental classes before becoming an independent study student. Independent study is a class where you become an independent maker on a quest to develop a body of work all your own. During this class, the job of your instructor shifts to a creative coach. Their focus is to support your practice and amplify the classroom community. Demonstrations and critiques will be upon demand. Students must be 18+ to register and participate in a class at Truro Clay Works.
The cost of each class is $400.00. This includes 10 lbs of completed work. Any additional completed work is $5 a lbs. Each class includes one glaze workshop, TBA, where students from all classes will join together to glaze their work.
Extra time to complete work can be arranged with your teacher at $20 an hour.
Class Descriptions
Pinch Techniques
Free form and mold supported pinched forms will be explored. The mechanics of touch and the evidence of human connection to the clays surface is at the center of pinched forms. Come and learn a variety of pinch techniques to create functional or sculptural pottery. This class is open to all skill levels. Students must be 18+ to register and participate in a class at Truro Clay Works.
Slab Construction
This class dives deep into slab construction as a building technique. Through the use of bisque molds, paper templates, and cutouts, students will learn to make unique functional and sculptural ceramics. Surface design techniques and glazing demonstrations will be introduced to help the students complete their creative vision. All skill levels are welcome and no prior ceramic experience is required. Students must be 18+ to register and participate in a class at Truro Clay Works.
Coil Building
Coiling is a handbuilding technique that is used to make curves in both functional and sculptural work. Come learn how to make objects that change shape and diameter as you build taller. Surface design using coils is both decorating and building at the same time. All skill levels are welcome.No prior ceramic experience is required. Students must be 18+ to register and participate in a class at Truro Clay Works.
Kurinuki
This technique is the Japanese style of working in solid clay. It addresses the exterior form first and hollowing it out second. Exploring the simplest geometry such as the box and graduating to more complex forms, such as the figure, this class will get you thinking from the outside in. This class is open to all skill levels. Students must be 18+ to register and participate in a class at Truro Clay Works.
Wheel Throwing Lessons
Wheel throwing lessons are now being offered on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 5-8. You can register for the days that work for you. With only 4 spots you must register to reserve a wheel. Instruction will be offered to all levels. Your skills will improve the more you practice. Demonstrations and hands on learning will be provided in this 3 hour intensive. Please bring an apron and towel. Must be 18+ to register and participate at Truro Clay Works
Independent Study/Open Studio
This class is for a self-directed student who is well trained in the basic techniques of building and has taken enough classes with us to be confident exploring a body of work on their own. An instructor will be present for advice or demonstrations offered upon demand. The main role of the instructor is to facilitate a community environment where students will learn from each other. Students must be 18+ to register and participate in a class at Truro Clay Works.
2025 WINTER SESSIONS
Registration is open! Classes begin January 7th.
