Pottery Classes

Wheel Throwing Classes

OVERVIEW
In this ceramics course students will gain an understanding of; wedging and centring clay, throwing basic shapes, surface decoration and glazing. This 7 week course is geared towards adults of any level who are looking to gain more ceramic skills and practice in a creative and supportive atmosphere.

Note: All levels are welcome! 18+

7 week session - $304.00 (this includes a bag of clay)

CANCELLATION POLICY

Individuals who have registered for a class or workshop at Studio72 but are unable to attend are required to give written (email) notice to ceramics@studio72.ca 10 days in advance of the course start date to receive a full refund. Registrants who cancel with 9 or less days notice will receive 50% of their registration fee. After the course has begun, Studio72 is unable to issue a refund for any days missed. Courses are run on a narrow cost recovery basis and are subject to a minimum enrolment in order to run. If Studio72 cancels a course due to low enrolment, notice will be given at least 5 days in advance and a full refund will be issued.

CLASS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should I bring?
Students are required to bring their own basic tool kit which can be purchased at Viva Clayworks, Plainsman Pottery Supply, Micheal’s or online. Your fees include one bag of clay. Additional bags can be purchased in class ($38.00 each). All other materials will be available to use for the duration of the course.

What should I wear?
Getting your hands dirty is part of the fun of a pottery class! To make sure you're comfortable while getting creative, wear something that you won't mind getting clay on. Just in case, the studio does have aprons and rags available to protect your clothes. We recommend tying your hair back, trimming your nails, and removing jewelry before class begins. And don't forget to wear closed-toe shoes!

How does the glazing and firing of my work, work?
Glazing and firing of your work is included in the course fee. Pick-up is 2 weeks after the final class.

What if I miss a class?
We allow one make up class per 6 or 7 week session with make up options available throughout the session! Please notify us at least 72 hours in advance if you are unable to attend the make up class. If you miss the make up class you have signed up for without notice, you will not be able to book another one. Unfortunately, if you are unable to attend any of the set makeup class dates we may not be able to accommodate an additional time.

Please note: We are asking all students to come to class wearing a face mask.

Our ceramics studio is located at 9911 72 Ave Edmonton, AB.

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Instructors

Joanna Lange // Tuesday Mornings

JoAnna Lange is a full-time ceramic artist based in Edmonton, Alberta. She has been teaching all levels of pottery classes, both wheel work and hand building, since 1989. She began instructing in Winnipeg for the City of Winnipeg Community Services Department and the Winnipeg Art Gallery and, after moving to Edmonton in 2010, for The Fort Saskatchewan potter’s guild, The City if Edmonton at both City Arts Centre and ACT at Rundle Park, and Red Deer College for their summer Series programming. Winner of the 2016 Stanier award for excellence in ceramics, her work can be found locally at the Alberta Craft Council in Calgary and Edmonton, as well as in collections world wide.

Emma Lakey // Tuesday Afternoons

Emma Lakey is a ceramic artist, instructor and technician who began learning pottery at the age of 7. Now with over 18 years of making, she teaches a number of pottery classes at Studio 72 and Viva Clayworks in addition to working as a studio technician. Emma also dedicates her time to her small business, Lofi Ceramics, selling wares with clean, functional shapes that are used to explore distinctive graphics through surface illustrations while also crafting her signature sapphic forms. Her work can be found on instagram at @lofi.ceramics or on her online store as well as in local shops such as Hideout Distro, Viva Clayworks and New Classics.

Sara Trimmer // Tuesdays Evenings

Having first discovered pottery in high school, Sara quickly found she had a passion for clay. After finding a local pottery studio she then became a student for 7 years. Knowing that being in a studio setting was something she wanted to pursue, Sara then started teaching children’s classes and began training as a ceramics technician. Since January 2017 Sara has been working as a ceramics technician and teaching pottery all around Edmonton. Her work can be characterized as functional art, and she draws heavily on nature to imbue her creations with a sense of organic style. Her work can be found in a variety of locations in Edmonton, and much of it can be seen by following her on Instagram @saratrimmerpottery

Adele Haines // Wednesday Afternoons

After taking classes at Viva Clayworks, Adele moved to Newfoundland and began working at the Craft Council, teaching children programming and growing her own ceramics business, Sunday Rest. Now back in Edmonton, Adele does technician work at Viva Clayworks and Studio 72 in addition to teaching Thursday Evenings class here. Find her work on instagram @sundayreststudio!

Reeann // Wednesday Evenings

When Reeann is not doing tech work and teaching at Studio72, she can be found vending at markets under the name ReeRee Ceramics!

Ryan Hemphill // Thursday Evenings

Student turned member turned instructor Ryan has been with Studio72 for years, refining his skills and developing a distinctive style.

Robert Lees-Miller //Friday Evenings

Robert's pottery journey started here at Studio 72, taking classes shortly after the studio opened in 2018. After taking three classes from a variety of instructors, Robert returned as a member and has been consistently working in the studio ever since, with a focus on elegant and functional everyday objects. In addition to his pottery experience, he brings plenty of educational experience: being a TA for lab courses for 2 years at the UofA, 3 summers as a camp councilor for Debate Camp Canada, as well as seminars and class room appearances on a variety of subjects.