Wheel Throwing and/or Hand Building

• Wheel Throwing - Participants will gain foundational skills in wheel-throwing, including clay preparation, centering, pulling walls, trimming and shaping basic forms such as cylinders and bowls. 
• Hand Building - Slab, Pinch Pots, Coil - Participants will explore foundational methods such as pinch, coil, and slab construction, along with techniques for joining, refining, and decorating surfaces.

Each course emphasizes techniques and teaching strategies that can be effectively translated into the classroom, with a focus on troubleshooting common student challenges, managing materials, and promoting safe studio practices. By the end, teachers will not only have created sample pieces but also developed the confidence and knowledge to incorporate wheel-throwing into their own art programs.

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General Ceramics - Studio and Kiln

This professional development session is designed for art teachers looking to upskill in ceramics studio management and kiln operation. Participants will gain hands-on experience in essential studio practices, including clay recycling, glaze preparation, and tool maintenance, ensuring an efficient and safe learning environment for students. The session will also cover kiln loading, firing schedules, troubleshooting common firing issues, and best practices for kiln maintenance. Emphasis will be placed on practical classroom applications, safety protocols, and strategies for integrating ceramics into school art programs. By the end of the session, teachers will feel confident in managing a ceramics studio and operating a kiln effectively.

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