CERAMICS AND POTTERY classes
Ceramics Studio Guidelines
Before your first day of class, please view the Ceramic Studio Guidelines and Ceramic Studio Cleaning Procedures.
FAMILY
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This family-oriented ceramics course is designed for parents and children to have fun creating together! Participants will be guided through hand-building techniques to create coil pots, pinch pots and slab-built pieces such as tea lights, cups, bowls, textured vases and creative sculptures. You will learn to apply beautiful glazes that will bring your creations to life! The course fee applies to one parent/adult and one child. If you would like to register a second child, an additional fee of $115 will apply.
Please contact: learning@mract.org for more details. Limited spots are available. Children must not be left unattended; parents are encouraged to participate with their child.
Monday | Sep 22 – Nov 17 | 3:30PM – 5:00PM | ID: 00086079
Instructor: Dennis Hixson
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $242.00 | Sessions: 8Saturday | Oct 4 – Nov 22 | 9:30AM – 11:00AM | ID: 00084992
Instructor: Tammi Vilchis
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $212.00 | Sessions: 7
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This family-oriented ceramics course is designed for parents and children to have fun creating together! Participants will be guided through hand-building techniques to create coil pots, pinch pots and slab-built pieces such as tea lights, cups, bowls, textured vases and creative sculptures. You will learn to apply beautiful glazes that will bring your creations to life! The course fee applies to one parent/adult and one child. If you would like to register a second child, an additional fee of $115 will apply.
Please contact: learning@mract.org for more details. Limited spots are available. Children must not be left unattended; parents are encouraged to participate with their child.
Thursday | Sep 25 – Nov 13 | 3:30PM – 5:00PM | ID: 00086080
Instructor: Dennis Hixson
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $242.00 | Sessions: 8
CHILDREN
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Bring your ideas to life while you learn about handbuilding and sculpting techniques. Create functional ceramic cups, bowls, plates and sculptures. Each piece will be carefully finished with colourful glazes.
Tuesday | Oct 7 – Nov 25 | 4:00PM – 5:30PM | ID: 00084989
Instructor: Tammi Vilchis
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $175.00 | Sessions: 7
ADULT
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Shape your creative potential in this pottery program – perfect for beginners! Students will learn the foundational steps for throwing clay on the pottery wheel. The instructor will provide demonstrations and support to shape and trim bowls and cups, practice glazing techniques and prepare works for kiln firing. Hand-building techniques will also be offered to those students interested. No experience necessary!
Please note: Clay must be purchased through The ACT website for an additional fee (price varies according to clay, including glazing and firing).
Wednesday | Sep 24 – Nov 12 | 6:45PM – 9:15PM | ID: 00087276
Instructor: Emily Sheppard
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $273.00 | Sessions: 8Sunday | Sep 28 – Nov 23 | 2:00PM – 4:30PM | ID: 00086078
Instructor: Megan Tarris
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $273.00 | Sessions: 8Saturday | Oct 4 – Nov 22 | 11:30AM – 2:00PM | ID: 00086075
Instructor: Tammi Vilchis
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $239.00 | Sessions: 7Tuesday | Oct 7 – Nov 25 | 9:00AM – 11:30AM | ID: 00086074
Instructor: Tammi Vilchis
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $239.00 | Sessions: 7 -
Whether you are a beginner or looking to grow your existing skill set, this is the pottery class for you! Enjoy plenty of creative, muddy fun while learning to make mugs, bowls and other unique clay creations. Our experienced, professional instructors will lead you through techniques in handbuilding and wheel throwing.
Please note: Clay must be purchased through The ACT website for an additional fee (price varies according to clay, including glazing and firing).
Thursday | Sep 25 – Nov 13 | 6:00PM – 9:00PM | ID: 00086081
Instructor: Dennis Hixson
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $315.00 | Sessions: 8Sunday | Sep 28 – Nov 23 | 5:00PM – 8:00PM | ID: 00086077
Instructor: Megan Tarris
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $315.00 | Sessions: 8Tuesday | Oct 7 – Nov 25 | 6:00PM – 9:00PM | ID: 00084998
Instructor: Tammi Vilchis
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $277.00 | Sessions: 7 -
Rise and shine! Start your day with a burst of creativity in a vibrant morning pottery class, perfect for beginners and seasoned ceramic enthusiasts alike! Students will be guided through a variety of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, empowering you to make mugs, bowls and other unique clay creations. Please note: Clay must be purchased through The ACT website for an additional fee (price varies according to clay, including glazing and firing).
Accessibility wheel available, please email learning@mract.org with your interest.
Wednesday | Sep 24 – Nov 12 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | ID: 00087274
Instructor: Emily Sheppard
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $315.00 | Sessions: 8Friday | Oct 3 – Nov 21 | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | ID: 00087117
Instructor: Tammi Vilchis
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $277.00 | Sessions: 7
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Practice and deepen your skill set on the pottery wheel! The instructor will demonstrate a variety of techniques and provide support as participants experiment with multi-component pieces, surface treatments and glazing methods. Wheel throwing experience required: Students require experience to throw a 4-inch cylinder independently. To get the most out of this program, please plan on attending all classes.
Please note: Clay must be purchased through The ACT website for an additional fee (price varies according to clay, including glazing and firing).
Wednesday | Sep 24 - Dec 11 | 12:30PM - 3:30PM | ID: 00088076
Instructor: Emily Sheppard
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $307.00 | Sessions: 8 -
Enrich your creative time exploring clay sculpture. With guidance and references from the instructor, participants will learn various methods of working with clay to enhance their sculptural practices. Combine hand-building techniques, experiment with textures, surface treatments and apply colourful glazes to create stunning masterpieces. Please note: Clay must be purchased through The ACT website for an additional fee (price varies according to clay, including glazing and firing).
Wednesday | Sep 24 – Nov 12 | 4:00PM – 6:30PM | ID: 00087275
Instructor: Emily Sheppard
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $273.00 | Sessions: 8 -
Work on your own ceramics projects in a supportive, self-directed studio environment. With guidance from a professional ceramic artist and inspiration from fellow students, you'll develop skills and explore ideas at your own pace. Whether you're working on the wheel, at the tables, or both, our Friday night studio offers space for collaboration, creativity, and growth. Come spend your Friday nights with us! Must be able to throw a 4-inch cylinder on the wheel independently. To get the most out of this program, please plan on attending all classes.
Please note: Clay must be purchased through The ACT website for an additional fee (price varies according to clay, including glazing and firing).
Friday | Sep 26 – Nov 21 | 6:00PM – 9:00PM | ID: 00087272
Instructor: Megan Tarris
Location: 3D Studio
Fee: $315.00 | Sessions: 8
Open Studio
Visit the Open Studio page for available times and prices.
Please note that Open Studio is available only for currently registered students in adult classes.
Purchasing Pottery Supplies
Purchase clay online before the first day of class (10kg). ONLY STUDENTS REGISTERED IN AN ADULT POTTERY CLASS CAN PURCHASE EQUIPMENT.
Clay is to be picked up at the front desk
Clay can only be picked up during class so please plan ahead if you think you need some for Open Studio
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