Ceramics Classes

This class provides an introduction to the potter’s wheel. Students will learn basic techniques of centering clay, throwing simple forms and transforming these into more developed forms, such as vases, bowls and mugs. Glazing and decorating techniques are also introduced. Class is suited for beginner students and those with a little experience. Bring an old towel, a sketch book and lots of ideas. A materials fee of $30 is due to the Maryland Hall Pottery at the first class. No class on 7/4 or 7/18. For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com.

Pottery Open Studio is for students who wish to practice their craft outside of class times when the studio tech is in attendance. Studio hours are open only to currently registered students in the same season.Hours: Monday 5:00 - 8:00 PM. For information:education@mdhallarts.org

Pottery Open Studio is for students who wish to practice their craft outside of class times when the studio tech is in attendance. Studio hours are open only to currently registered students in the same season.Hours: Monday 5:00 - 8:00 PM. For information:education@mdhallarts.org

Pottery Open Studio is for students who wish to practice their craft outside of class times when the studio tech is in attendance. Studio hours are open only to currently registered students in the same season.Hours: Monday 5:00 - 8:00 PM. For information:education@mdhallarts.org

Pottery Open Studio is for students who wish to practice their craft outside of class times when the studio tech is in attendance. Studio hours are open only to currently registered students in the same season.Hours: Monday 5:00 - 8:00 PM. For information:education@mdhallarts.org

Hand-building is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using only your hands, fingers, and simple tools. This 6 week class is designed for both the beginner and returning beginner student who would like to explore or strengthen their skills using the slab technique of hand-building. The student will discover how to create the basic clay forms (cups, plates, bowls and platters). To enhance the beauty of the simple slab, different texturing techniques will be introduced. Glazing applications will also explored. A materials fee of $30 cash or check payable to the Maryland Hall Pottery is due on the first day of class. For more information, please contact the instructor Laura Switkes at lswitkes@mac.com.

Before potters had the wheel, they were creating beautiful pots and clay forms using clay, their hands their fingers, and basic hand tools . This 6 week class is designed for the Intermediate to advanced student, who would like to explore a broad variety of hand building techniques. To enhance the beauty of the hand built piece, different texturing techniques will be introduced. Decorative slips and glazing applications will also be explored. A materials fee of $30 cash or check payable to the Maryland Hall Pottery is due on the first day of class. For more information, please contact the instructor Laura Switkes at lswitkes@mac.com.

Hand-building is an ancient pottery-making technique that involves creating forms without a pottery wheel, using only your hands, fingers, and simple tools. This 6 week class is designed for both the beginner and returning beginner student who would like to explore or strengthen their skills using the slab technique of hand-building. The student will discover how to create the basic clay forms (cups, plates, bowls and platters). To enhance the beauty of the simple slab, different texturing techniques will be introduced. Glazing applications will also explored. A materials fee of $30 cash or check payable to the Maryland Hall Pottery is due on the first day of class. For more information, please contact the instructor Laura Switkes at lswitkes@mac.com.

Before potters had the wheel, they were creating beautiful pots and clay forms using clay, their hands their fingers, and basic hand tools . This 6 week class is designed for the Intermediate to advanced student, who would like to explore a broad variety of hand building techniques. To enhance the beauty of the hand built piece, different texturing techniques will be introduced. Decorative slips and glazing applications will also be explored. A materials fee of $30 cash or check payable to the Maryland Hall Pottery is due on the first day of class. For more information, please contact the instructor Laura Switkes at lswitkes@mac.com.no class 7/4/23

In this class students will advance their knowledge of wheel throwing to create more complex forms such as teapots, platters, pitchers, and lidded forms. We will also discuss aesthetic details regarding rims, feet, handle, proportions, weight, etc. Bring an old small towel, a sketch book and lots of ideas. A materials fee of $30 is due to Maryland Hall Pottery at the first class. For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com.

In this class students will learn basic techniques of centering clay, throwing simple forms and transforming these into more developed forms, such as vases, bowls and mugs.We will also be experimenting with surface decoration techniques including carving, slip trailing, sgrafitto, inlay,etc. This class is suited for those with little or no experience on the wheel. Bring and old towel, a sketch book and lots of ideas. A materials fee of $30 is due to the Maryland Hall Pottery at the first class. No class on 7/19/23.For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com.

In this class students will advance their knowledge of wheel throwing to create more complex forms such as teapots, platters, pitchers, and lidded forms. We will also discuss aesthetic details regarding rims, feet, handle, proportions, weight, etc. Bring an old small towel, a sketch book and lots of ideas. A materials fee of $30 is due to Maryland Hall Pottery at the first class. No class on 7/19/23. For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com.

"Always thought that it looked like fun to throw on the potter’s wheel? Here’s your chance to just try it, a two-time session giving the wheel a spin. You get a quick introduction to wheel throwing …then you try it. We supply materials and tools, basic instruction and hands-on assistance. At the end you choose two to three pieces to be fired . On the second class we will talk about different glazing and decoration techniques and you will have a chance to glaze your pieces. Your finished pots can be picked up a couple weeks later. This is a great class for the curious or those who just want to check pottery off the bucket list! No experience required. Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting messy and bring an old towel. Materials fee of $5 is due in class. For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com. "

"Always thought that it looked like fun to throw on the potter’s wheel? Here’s your chance to just try it, a two-time session giving the wheel a spin. You get a quick introduction to wheel throwing …then you try it. We supply materials and tools, basic instruction and hands-on assistance. At the end you choose two to three pieces to be fired . On the second class we will talk about different glazing and decoration techniques and you will have a chance to glaze your pieces. Your finished pots can be picked up a couple weeks later. This is a great class for the curious or those who just want to check pottery off the bucket list! No experience required. Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting messy and bring an old towel. Materials fee of $5 is due in class. For more information, please contact the intstructor at renata@rmastrotipottery.com. "

Musical instruments have helped us communicate and express ourselves since the beginning of human culture.Learning about the musical instruments of the ancient Americas and building and playing our own instruments helps us to awaken the memory of our connection to nature, cultivate presence through the working with clay, and experience joy through sound and music-making. In these hands-on workshops we will learn about musical instruments that have been made across Central and South America for thousands of years and learn to build our own working clay flutes. The workshop will return Dec 8th from 6-8 PM for a musical jam session where we'll reflect on our learnings, explore the sound palettes of our instruments, and learn to express ourselves using our clay flutes. All are welcome, and no previous experience with clay, instruments or music is necessary. This program is made possible by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. For more information, contact melissahfoss@gmail.com. Los instrumentos musicales nos han ayudado a comunicar y expresarnos desde los comienzos de la cultura humana. Conocer los instrumentos ancestrales de las Américas, y aprender a construir y tocar nuestros propios instrumentos nos ayuda a despertar la memoria de nuestra conexión con la naturaleza, cultivar la presencia con las manos en el barro, y experimentar alegría a través del sonido y la música. En estos talleres conoceremos instrumentos musicales que se han hecho a lo largo de Centroamérica y América del Sur desde hace miles de años y aprenderemos a construir nuestras propias flautas de arcilla. El taller culminará en un encuentro musical el 8 de diciembre de 6-8pm, donde reflexionaremos sobre nuestros aprendizajes, exploraremos la paleta sonora de nuestros instrumentos, y aprenderemos a expresarnos con nuestras flautas. Todos son bienvenidos y no se requiere experiencia con arcilla ni con instrumentos o música. Este programa es posible gracias a una beca del Maryland State Arts Council. Para más información escribir a melissahfoss@gmail.com.

Find yourself at the pottery wheel this summer! This course is for individuals with little or no experience with clay. Students will learn the beautiful and challenging nature of the ancient craft of throwing clay. We will l work on technique to create simple, foundational forms like cups and bowls. We’ll learn about form and surface design, and how to express yourself through clay. You will create your own pieces from start to finish, and learn all about the magic of what happens to clay when fired and glazed. Students should bring a towel and sketchbook - wear clothes that can get a little dirt on them and tie long hair back. A $30 studio fee is due during the first class, which will cover the first 25lbs of clay and glazes. Contact Shannon with any questions:chefchanc@gmail.com

In this course, students will gain experience using the pottery wheel to create a variety of functional pottery forms including bowls, cups and mugs and vase forms. Come prepared to get messy! Please bring a snack and a drink to class. A materials fee of $20 is due to the instructor at the first class. For more information, please contact the instructor at chefchanc@gmail.com

In this fun summer camp, young sculptors will explore Maryland's ecosystems using clay. Students will explore animals, water systems and marine life that make the Chesapeake Bay a special place to live and explore! Please bring a snack and a drink to class. A materials fee of $20 is due to the instructor at the first class. For more information, please contact the instructor at chefchanc@gmail.com

In this fun summer camp, young sculptors will explore Maryland's ecosystems using clay. Students will explore animals, water systems and marine life that make the Chesapeake Bay a special place to live and explore! Please bring a snack and a drink to class. A materials fee of $20 is due to the instructor at the first class. For more information, please contact the instructor at chefchanc@gmail.com

Musical instruments have helped us communicate and express ourselves since the beginning of human culture. Learning about the musical instruments of the ancient Americas and building and playing our own instruments helps us to awaken the memory of our connection to nature, cultivate presence through the working with clay, and experience joy through sound and music-making.In this unique hands-on summer camp learners will be introduced to different musical instruments that have been made across Central and South America for centuries and learn to build and play their own working clay flutes.All are welcome, and no previous experience with clay, instruments or music is necessary. This program is made possible by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. For more information, contact melissahfoss@gmail.com.