The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts is dedicated to the preservation of Fine Art’s past and the development of its future through an engaging education in a welcoming environment.
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Ceramics
Beginning Ceramics
Beginner Ceramics: Hand Building and Wheel Throwing
Description:
This 6-week beginner course offers a comprehensive introduction to the art of ceramics, covering both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques.
What You'll Learn:
- Soft slab construction techniques
- Centering clay on the potter's wheel
- Basic surface decoration techniques
- Finishing works with glaze
Demonstrations at the beginning of each class will provide guidance, followed by hands-on practice in a safe, supportive environment. By the end of the course, students will gain a basic understanding of ceramic processes and take home finished, glazed ceramic pieces.
This class is ideal for beginners with no ceramics experience or for those seeking a refresher course.
Prerequisites:
None
Supplies:
- Bring an apron and a notebook with pen/pencil.
- All other tools and materials will be provided.
Materials Fee:
There is a $75 fee for materials, including clay, tools, and glazes.
Instructor:
Reid Nicholls
Reid Nicholls is a ceramic artist and sculptor whose body of work uses symbolic imagery paired with figurative elements to create abstract forms that are hand-built and wheel thrown.
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