Fire It Up: Raku
Instructor: Dave Deily
Tuesdays, February 12 - May 13 (14 classes)

Raku ceramics are red hot! Dating back to 16 th century Japan, raku means "enjoyment" or "pleasure" and you are sure to love this class. Refine your hand building and wheel throwing techniques while you master the "not-so-cool" raku firing process. Create sculptures and practical pottery during this 14-week class that's open to all skill levels.   

Advanced Dinnerware Instructor: Jamie Mathews Wednesdays, February 13 - May 14 (13 classes*) *no class on March 19, 2008 Do you know some basics on the potter's wheel but want to know more? Well, come get the dish on dinnerware in this class for medium to advanced students.   Build-on your existing skills while you create set of dishes for the dinner table. From bowls to mugs and plates, in Advanced Dinnerware, the cup is always half-full.    Wheel Basics Instructor: Jamie Matthews Session 1: Thursdays, February 14 - March 27 (6 classes) Session 2: Thursdays, April 3 - May 15 (6 classes) Did you know the key to mastering the potter's wheel involves a can of tuna, a lobster claw and a dinosaur!? Come learn how during one of our half-semester introductions to wheel-throwing and begin your way to becoming a master at the wheel. During the first six weeks we'll learn pottery principles by focusing on creating bowls. The second seven weeks we'll hone skills by making mugs. Join us for just one or both sessions. All are welcome.

Community Art Mural
Instructors: Amanda Wolf and Justin Mazzei
Fridays, February 15 - May 16 (13 classes*)
*no class on March 21, 2008

Have you ever admired some artwork while walking down the street? Did you ever want to contribute to the beauty of your community by producing a piece of public art but don't know how? Then this class is for you!   Work creatively with your classmates to combine various ceramic and design techniques to create and install a work of public art. Besides making a mural your claim-to-Pittsburgh-fame, this course will include a Pittsburgh public art tour and a trip to our very own famous Carnegie Library.