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Advanced Beginner through Intermediate Handbuilding

Discover our upcoming mixed level wheel classes

Adults Ages 14+ | Prerequisite Required*

Take it to the Next Level

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

*Required Prerequisite: Beginner’s Handbuilding.

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

Figurative Sculpture Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

May 3 - June 14, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$266

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Have you ever wanted to sculpt a bust of your favorite person? Or perhaps a sculpture of an animal companion? Maybe you’ve always wanted to […]
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Figurative Sculpture Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

May 4 - June 15, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$190 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Have you ever wanted to sculpt a bust of your favorite person? Or perhaps a sculpture of an animal companion? Maybe you’ve always wanted to […]
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Advanced Beginners to Intermediate Handbuilding (Prerequisite Required): Ann Hobart

May 5 - June 9, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$237.50 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Ann Hobart,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This handbuilding class is perfect for advanced beginner and Intermediate students.  Students will learn how to use slab construction techniques to make strong, functional handbuilt […]
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Ceramic Sculpture (Ages 14+)

May 6 - June 10, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$285

Instructors:
Bob Devers,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Students will explore various methods of sculptural clay construction and the aesthetic concerns of the sculptural object. A variety of traditional handbuilding methods, including pinched, […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Handbuilding (Prerequisite Required): Kim Swanner

May 6 - June 10, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$228

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This handbuilding class is perfect for advanced beginner and Intermediate students. Through demonstrations and individual guidance students will learn how to use slab construction techniques […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Handbuilding (Prerequisite Required): Kim Swanner

May 7 - June 11, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$228

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This handbuilding class is perfect for advanced beginner and Intermediate students. Through demonstrations and individual guidance students will learn how to use slab construction techniques […]
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Mixed Level Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

May 7 - June 11, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$285

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This class is designed for students who want to learn slab construction techniques.  Geared towards mixed levels of experience, this class will teach you the […]
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Ceramic Sculpture (Ages 14+)

May 8 - June 12, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$285

Instructors:
Bob Devers,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Students will explore various methods of sculptural clay construction and the aesthetic concerns of the sculptural object. A variety of traditional handbuilding methods, including pinched, […]
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Mixed Level Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

May 8 - June 19, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$332.50

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This class is designed for students who want to learn slab construction techniques.  Geared towards mixed levels of experience, this class will teach you the […]
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Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Handbuilding (Prerequisite Required)

May 9 - June 13, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$228

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This handbuilding class is perfect for advanced beginner and Intermediate students. Through demonstrations and individual guidance students will learn how to use slab construction techniques […]
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Mixed Level Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

May 9 - June 13, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$199

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

This class is designed for students who want to learn slab construction techniques.  Geared towards mixed levels of experience, this class will teach you the […]
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Figurative Sculpture Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

June 22 - July 20, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$281.25

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Have you ever wanted to sculpt a bust of your favorite person? Or perhaps a sculpture of an animal companion? Maybe you’ve always wanted to […]
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Teapots Boot Camp

June 25 - July 11, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$540.00

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Classroom 5

Discover the art of teapot making in this special ceramics boot camp led by master ceramicist, Mr. Xiaosheng Bi. This hands-on session is designed for […]
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Figurative Sculpture Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

June 28 - July 26, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$281.25

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Have you ever wanted to sculpt a bust of your favorite person? Or perhaps a sculpture of an animal companion? Maybe you’ve always wanted to […]
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Ceramic Fountain Boot Camp

July 16 - August 1, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$607.50

Instructors:
Xiaosheng Bi,

Venue:
Classroom 5

Immerse yourself in the art of ceramic water features in this exclusive workshop led by master ceramicist Mr. Xiaosheng Bi. Designed for adults of all […]
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Figurative Sculpture Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

July 27 - August 17, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$225

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Have you ever wanted to sculpt a bust of your favorite person? Or perhaps a sculpture of an animal companion? Maybe you’ve always wanted to […]
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Figurative Sculpture Handbuilding (No Prerequisite Required)

August 2 - August 23, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
14+,

Cost:
$225

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Ceramics 2

Have you ever wanted to sculpt a bust of your favorite person? Or perhaps a sculpture of an animal companion? Maybe you’ve always wanted to […]
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