TAPE IT UP
SHELLFOLK – SNAIL SCULPTING
Artist-Instructor: Jeff Ocasio

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Take your time, twist some tape, and create your own charming garden dweller as you coil, shape, and smooth your way to a handmade spiral-shelled snail sculpture. Students of all artistic levels are welcome, whether you’re a beginner looking to explore your creativity or an experienced artist wanting to experiment with a new medium.

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BEGINNING POTTERY WHEEL 101
Artist-Instructor: Tim Smith

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Mondays, March 30 & April 6, 13, 20, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Beginning students will discover how to center a ball of clay and shape it into various objects. Those with prior experience will refine their skills and learn techniques to create more intricate forms.

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BEGINNING HAND-BUILDING 101
Artist-Instructor: Kim Tetmeyer

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Mondays, March 30 & April 6, 13, 20, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Discover the timeless art of pottery through hand-building! This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to working with clay. You’ll learn foundational techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab construction to create both functional and decorative pieces.

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INTERMEDIATE POTTERY WHEEL 102
Artist-Instructor: Tim Smith

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Tuesdays, March 31 & April 7, 14, 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
If you’re comfortable with the basics of throwing and eager to learn more advanced techniques, this class is for you! Students will explore methods for creating larger forms, lidded pieces, and incorporating sculptural and surface techniques.

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BEGINNING HAND-BUILDING 101
Artist-Instructor: Kim Tetmeyer

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Tuesdays, March 31 & April 7, 14, 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Discover the timeless art of pottery through hand-building! This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to working with clay. You’ll learn foundational techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab construction to create both functional and decorative pieces.

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GLASS-FUSED ART
Artist-Instructor: Petra Kaiser

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Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Petra will provide students with guidance and assistance, demonstrating procedures and basic glass fusing techniques, and will include compatibility and testing, annealing, and slumping.

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ADVANCED POTTERY WHEEL 103
Artist-Instructor: Tim Smith

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Wednesdays April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Prerequisite: Participants must have taken Beginner and Intermediate Pottery Wheel classes in advance of this class -OR- have significant pottery wheel experience prior to registering for this class. In this advanced pottery wheel course, students will engage in independent special projects.

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INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED HANDBUILDING
Artist-Instructor: Kim Tetmeyer

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Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Designed for students with basic hand-building experience, this class deepens your understanding of techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch construction. You’ll focus on improving form, structure, and surface design while incorporating decorative elements like carving, stamping, and glazing.

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