A, T: 1, 2, 3

Students will complete a finished project while exploring “Honeycomb”, a Scandinavian weave that resembles a bee’s honeycomb. Enjoy learning about the many variations made possible by combining different yarns, use of color and the patterning of cells. This plain weave structure has many applications, to include pillow covers, a bag or a tote. Easy-to-understand handouts will be provided to reinforce what you are learning. All supplies will be provided.

student/instructor ratio: 7 to 1

1 PLU for GA teachers is available; to coordinate please contact GHIA Education Director.

A: 1, 2

This course offers the welding student instruction on how to use oxy-acetylene equipment to cut and join steel, aluminum, copper, and cast iron. At their own work station, students will learn the techniques of welding, brazing and soldering. All basic supplies, except the required textbook Welder’s Handbook by Richard Finch (available from the Home Depot, Lowes and local bookstores), are included in the materials fee. A personal safety list will be provided upon registration.

student/instructor ratio: 4 to 1

A, T: 1, 2 

Beginning and advanced beginner-level students will have the opportunity to develop their skills in the various approaches to throwing functional ware on the wheel under the guidance of Terrie Prouty, who specializes in this area. Instruction will emphasize basic techniques. Forms will be thrown, altered, and assembled to create various vessels. Glazing techniques will also be addressed. Projects will be tailored to the student’s skill level. Participants will also have the opportunity to prepare bisque ware for the upcoming Raku workshop to be held Summer Quarter. Students must provide a clean towel each week. No extra supplies will be necessary.

student/instructor ratio: 8 to 1

2 PLU’s for GA teachers are available; to coordinate please contact the GHIA Education Director.

A: 2, 3, 4

Advanced beginner, intermediate and advanced students will continue developing their skills in the various approaches to throwing functional ware on the wheel. Forms will be thrown, altered and assembled to create various vessels. Glazing techniques will also be discussed. Projects will be tailored to the student’s skill level. Students may also prepare bisque ware for the Raku workshop to be offered in July. Students must provide a clean towel each week. No extra supplies will be necessary.

student/instructor ratio: 8 to 1

1 PLU for GA teachers is available; to coordinate please \contact the GHIA Education Director.

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Experience the immediacy of Raku firing in this workshop. Both traditional and non-traditional methods of glazing will be explored. Raku clay for throwing will be available to individuals enrolled in spring and/or summer ceramic classes who wish to prepare for this workshop. The supply fee covers glazes and firing. Students must provide their own bisque ware. A limited amount of bisque ware will be available for a nominal fee.

student/instructor ratio: 12 to 1

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Students will explore beauty of traditional Majolica as they create simple forms in rich red clay using slab and coil techniques. Designs will be applied to the clay forms using bright colors, simple motifs and repetitive patterns. Anyone can make these beautifully bright pots—just bring your enthusiasm and plan to have a wonderfully creative time. Students must provide a clean towel each week. No extra supplies will be necessary.

student/instructor ratio: 8 to 1