All class fees include a 25lb. bag of clay, tools, glazes, and firing. Classes are limited to eight (8) students for individualized instruction. Extra clay can be purchased at Murray Hill Pottery Works. Additional studio time to practice is available to all students.

 

BEGINNING WHEEL 

Always wanted to play with clay? This class will allow you to learn the fundamental techniques of creating utilitarian vessels on the potter’s wheel. Emphasis will be on cylindrical forms such as mugs, pitchers, jars, and vases.

Spring 2010 Schedule:

               5 Week Classes 

                      Mondays         March 15 – April 12,  6:30-9pm  $160

                      Thursdays        March 25 – April 22, 6:30-9pm  $160

                

               7 Week Classes

                       Wednesdays    March 17 – April 28, 6:30-9pm  $175

 

 *Classes are filling up quick!  Reserve your spot today!

 

BEYOND BEGINNING – ONGOING WHEEL

Students with some experience explore covered jars, bowls, and plates.  More advance students are welcome in this class as we learn to refine forms.  Surface decoration, glaze techniques, and primitive firing will also be explored.

Spring 2010 Schedule:

                7 Week Classes

                       Tuesdays        March 16 – April 27, 9:30am-12pm   $175

                                                    March 16 – April 27, 6:30-9pm   $175

 

 

 

Workshops:

DINNER TIME

Add flair to the dinner table by creating your very own personalized place setting.  Make a bowl, plate, and cup using traditional hand building techniques.  This two-session workshop is for any level student, from the beginner to the accomplished.

COUNTERTOP COMPOST

There are many benefits to composting! Start composting your kitchen scraps in your own handmade countertop compost container.  During this one night workshop you will use basic slab building techniques to form and decorate a composting bin you will be proud to show and use in your kitchen.  No clay experience necessary.  

 

 

 

REGISTRATION

Advanced registration is required for all classes. Classes are limited to 8 students for individualized instruction. Please call 414-332-8828 or e-mail murrayhillpottery@gmail.com to reserve space.

**!! Class fees paid 5 days prior to beginning of class receive $10 discount!!**

MEMBERSHIPS

Persons with experience may purchase access to the studio during open hours. The cost is $200 to be used over 3 months. Clay must be purchased from MHPW.

 

Refund Policy
Places in class will be held only upon receipt of entire class fee. Fees are refundable minus $10 processing fee up to seven days before class begins. Cancellation of class between 6 and 3 days before class begins are subject to a $25 processing fee. Class fees are nonrefundable after that time unless class is canceled by Murray Hill Pottery.