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VISUAL ARTS PART TWO REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org 55 Raku Exploration (age 16 & up) Experience the ancient Japanese glaze firing method of Raku, a thrilling technique that results in soft, smoky to rich, lustrous surfaces. Learn what clays are most suitable for Raku, experiment with a variety of Raku glazes, learn the safest processes for this exciting glaze method, and explore post firing techniques and finishing. Supply list provided on receipt. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Scott Stockdale Fees: $106(R) $136(N) (2 classes) 128554 Sat Nov 9–16 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 128559 Sat & Sun Dec 7–8 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Handmade Tiles (age 16 & up) Create designer tiles to suit your personal style at a fraction of the cost of commercial tiles. Learn tile-making secrets from fabricating tiles that don't warp to surface decoration. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Johanna New Fees: $91(R) $118(N) (4 classes) 128555 Wed Nov 13–Dec 11 1–3:30 p.m. (no class Nov 27) Darting (age 16 & up) Alter thrown and handbuilt pieces via darting. Add a new dimension to your pots with this workshop. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Valerie McConnell Fees: $46(R) $60(N) (2 classes) 127593 Fri Nov 15–22 1–3:30 p.m. Decorating Techniques for Potters (age 16 & up) Discover different surface decorations and make every piece unique. Learn a multitude of ways to stylize your pot while the clay is still wet, leather hard, bone dry, or bisque fired. Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Johanna New Fees: $91(R) $118(N) (4 classes) 127596 Mon Nov 18–Dec 9 1–3:30 p.m. Raku Kiln Building: Trashcan Method (age 16 & up) Feeling the raku bug? Do you want to fire as much as you like? This is the workshop for you! Make a trashcan raku kiln of your very own with the guidance of our very own Scott Stockdale. Supply list provided on receipt. Instructor: Scott Stockdale Fees: $64(R) $83(N) (1 class) 128557 Sun Nov 24 9 a.m.–5 p.m. NEW! NEW! Quick Shot Workshops (age 16 & up) Join us for these informative, one-time workshops focusing on specific techniques. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Valerie McConnell Fees: $0(R) $0(N) (1 class) TRIMMING 101 128570 Thu Sep 26 2–4 p.m. POTTERY TOOLS 101 128568 Fri Oct 18 1–3 p.m. Handbuilt Boxes (age 16 & up) There are so many ways to build boxes. Join Valerie on this journey of handbuilding. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Valerie McConnell Fees: $46(R) $60(N) (2 classes) 127594 Fri Sep 27–Oct 4 1–3:30 p.m. Handbuilding with Templates Sandi Pierontozzi Style (age 16 & up) Create and make your own templates to build all types of functional ware. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation. Instructor: Johanna New Fees: $136(R) $166(N) (6 classes) 127591 Mon Sep 30–Nov 4 1–3:30 p.m. Get a Handle on Lids (age 16 & up) Explore a variety of lids (jar lids, casserole lids, clam shell lids, ginger jar lids) and what works best for each. An ability to consistently throw a 6 cylinder is a must. Prerequisite Pottery Basics or Open Studio Orientation.. Instructor: Sherry Nicholson Fees: $91(R) $118(N) (4 classes) 127590 Tue Oct 1–22 2:30–5 p.m. Sculpting the Head in Clay (age 16 & up) Learn to sculpt the head in clay, including preparing an armature and readying your work to be fired in the kiln. Instructor: Kim Marchesseault Fees: $100(R) $130(N) (6 classes) 127756 Thu Oct 10–Nov 14 6:30–8 p.m. FREE! NEW! NEW!