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Advanced Beginner through Intermediate Wheel

Discover our upcoming mixed level wheel classes

Adults Ages 14+ | Prerequisite Required*

Take it to the Next Level

Our advanced beginner through intermediate handbuilding and wheel classes are for students with some clay experience.

*Required Prerequisite: Introduction to Wheel Throwing or Beginner’s Wheel.

If experience isn’t at VisArts, students must contact Lisa Gallant, Education Director.

Upcoming Advanced Beginner Through Intermediate Wheel Classes

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Upcoming Classes Calendar

Craft and Creative Industries Workshop: Create Your Own Handmade Brushes

October 11, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$5

Instructors:
Ann Hobart,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Discover the art and craft of brush-making in this unique workshop led by ceramic artist Ann Hobart. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to […]
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Golder Lusters and Overglaze Decals

October 19, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$65

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Studio 100

This class is for both beginners and experienced ceramists! Learn how to use metallic gold lusters, luster decals, and overglaze decals in the 3 hour […]
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Craft + Conversation: British Pottery Revival Movement

October 25, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$5

Instructors:
Ann Hobart,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Ann Hobart will share stories—and pots—from the leading figures of the British Pottery Revival Movement that surged after World War II. In the late 1940s, […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Mason Meiners

November 1 - December 20, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$393.75

Instructors:
Mason Meiners,

Venue:
Ceramics 3

Students refine throwing skills and expand range of forms through individual projects.  Instructors demonstrate more advanced techniques in surface decoration and glazing.  This class is […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Xiaosheng Bi

November 1 - December 20, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$393.75 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Xiaosheng Bi

November 3 - December 15, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$393.75

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Ann Hobart

November 3 - December 15, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
Ann Hobart,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Ann Hobart

November 3 - December 15, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$393.75

Instructors:
Ann Hobart,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Ceramic Sculpture: Bob Devers

November 4 - December 16, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$393.75

Instructors:
Bob Devers,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

In this class, you’ll explore different ways to build clay sculptures and learn what makes a successful sculptural piece.   You’ll use traditional hand-building techniques like […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Xiaosheng Bi

November 4 - December 16, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$393.75

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Classroom 5

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner Through Intermediate Wheel: Kim Swanner

November 4 - December 16, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

Students will focus on creating beautiful, functional ceramic forms. Students comfortable with the basics will refine their skills and throw larger, more consistent forms. Students […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Gary Chung

November 5 - December 17, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$337.50

Instructors:
Gary Moomau Chung,

Venue:
Ceramics 3

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Michael Metzner

November 5 - December 17, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$337.50 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Michael Metzner,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Gary Chung

November 6 - December 18, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$337.50 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Gary Moomau Chung,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Ceramic Sculpture: Bob Devers

November 6 - December 18, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$337.50

Instructors:
Bob Devers,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

In this class, you’ll explore different ways to build clay sculptures and learn what makes a successful sculptural piece.   You’ll use traditional hand-building techniques like […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Janet Greer

November 6 - December 18, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$270 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Janet Greer,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Janet Greer

November 6 - December 18, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$270

Instructors:
Janet Greer,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Wheel: Janet Greer

November 6 - December 18, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$270

Instructors:
Janet Greer,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

If you’re comfortable with the basics and ready to throw larger, more consistent pieces, this class is for you.   We’ll focus on creating beautiful, functional […]
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Golder Lusters and Overglaze Decals

November 9, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$65

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Studio 100

This class is for both beginners and experienced ceramists! Learn how to use metallic gold lusters, luster decals, and overglaze decals in the 3 week workshop! […]
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Empty Bowls 2025

November 16, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$25

Venue:
Buchanan Room (Floor 2)

Join us for an Empty Bowls gathering!  Sunday, November 16 |  1-3 PM | Buchanan Room Tickets: $25 in Advance | $30 at the Door […]
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Golder Lusters and Overglaze Decals

December 14, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$65

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Studio 100

This class is for both beginners and experienced ceramists! Learn how to use metallic gold lusters, luster decals, and overglaze decals in the 3 week workshop! […]
Learn more