Intermediate Wheel Pottery with Frank DeFabo

2020 Wheel classes: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm: January 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5
Glazing Class: Feb 19
This class is for students already proficient at centering on the wheel. In five 2-hour sessions, potter Frank DeFabo will help participants explore  intermediate throwing and embellishing techniques. In the sixth session, students will glaze their bisque-fired pottery. Shino glazes will be available.
Registration includes 25 lbs. clay, glazes, one bisque firing and one glaze firing.  Classes are limited to 6 students, ensuring a high level of individual attention. Prepayment is required to save your space.
$180
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Additional clay may be purchased at a price that includes extra kiln firings required.
A proposed schedule for the class:
Week 1:
We will throw and join multiple components to create extra-tall planters.
Week 2:
We will throw extra large narrow neck forms that will be carved and fenestrated to become lamp bases.
Week 3 and 4:
We will throw and assemble tea pots and matching cups.
Week 5:
We will create and small pieces of thrown and hand-built ceramics to be used as necklaces, earrings and other jewelry. 

    Intermediate Wheel Pottery With Frank DeFabo

    The cost is $180 for six classes. Size is limited to 6 participants and pre-registration is required with an $90 deposit.*  The balance of $90 is due at the first class. If you do not show up for the first class, you will not be considered registered. You may pay by phone with a credit card by calling Main Exhibit Gallery & Art Center at 724-238-2310 during regular business hours, (Tues - Sat 11-5, Sun 12-4) or stop by the Gallery at 301 W Main St, Ligonier.

    * In the event the class is cancelled, your deposit will be refunded, or if you cancel at least two weeks prior to class starting.