Handbuilding Fundamentals (6-weeks)
Handbuilding Fundamentals (Jan 27-Mar 3, 11am-2pm)
Class Schedule
Tuesdays, 11am-2pm
Six-Week Session
Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3
Instructor
Helena Westra (click for website)
Description
Learn to shape, build, and create with clay — no wheel required. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore handbuilding techniques to make functional and sculptural pieces while developing confidence, creativity, and your own artistic voice in a relaxed, supportive studio environment.
- Learn foundational handbuilding skills, including pinch, coil, and slab techniques, while gaining confidence in working with clay from start to finish
- Explore shaping, joining, texturing, glazing, and other surface treatments as you create functional and decorative ceramic pieces
- Create multiple personalized projects at your own pace in a supportive, community-centered studio environment, with all materials and firings included
All students receive one month of FREE LAB ACCESS at the ICA ceramics studio following the conclusion of the course.
Learn More and Register
Interested in deepening your ceramics knowledge? This class forms part of the ICA Ceramics Certificate Program course sequence. To learn more and save on ICA courses, click here.
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