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Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing (Ages 16+)
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Elevate your pottery craftsmanship in our Beginning/Intermediate Wheel Throwing class. Hone your throwing skills and perfect your glazing techniques while crafting functional pottery essentials such as mugs, dinnerware, and vases. Join us to explore the art of ceramics under expert guidance, regardless of your skill level.
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Throw, Handbuild, and Alter
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Refine your pottery expertise with our specialized course, perfect for students with distinct creative ambitions. Whether honing wheel-throwing techniques or exploring hand-building construction, join us to advance your skills and realize your artistic vision. Embark on a journey of clay exploration and craftsmanship guided by expert instruction.
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Ceramic Sculpture
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Shape ceramic sculptures under personalized instruction in hand-building and firing methods. Weekly assignments draw from carefully chosen artworks spanning art history and contemporary practice. For emerging artists, this program offers ideal conditions to grow sculptural abilities.
Oct 23rd
9:30am–12:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$315
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Fri. Oct 23rd, 9:30am–12:30pm CT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Virtual Kintsugi
Kintsugi & Origami with Kat McDowell See all classes by this school @ Online
Turn your broken ceramics into striking art through Kintsugi, the Japanese practice of mending with gold. This online workshop offers a calm, reflective experience as you learn to honor imperfection. With a complete craft kit and live instruction, you can settle into this mindful, relaxing DIY project from the comfort of home.
Wed. Nov 18th, 8–10:30am PT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
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Pinch, Slab, Coil Plus
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity with Pinch, Slab, Coil Plus, where you'll master diverse techniques to craft functional vessels, sculptures, and more. Dive into carving, painting, and glazing with slips to bring your creations to life. Whether you're a beginner or intermediate, join us to explore artistic possibilities and elevate your pottery skills with expert guidance and inspiration from historical and contemporary artists.
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Pinch, Slab, Coil: Ceramic Handbuilding
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity with Pinch, Slab, Coil: Ceramic Handbuilding, where you'll craft diverse projects from functional vessels to sculptural forms. Explore painting, carving, and glazing techniques while drawing inspiration from historical and contemporary artists. Whether a beginner or advanced student, join us to refine your skills and bring your ceramic visions to life under expert guidance.
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Adaptive Ceramics
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the joy of ceramics in our Adaptive Ceramics class, designed to ease apprehension and foster confidence with clay. Embrace growth and learning as you explore hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques, reducing anxiety and promoting patience. Join us to cultivate comfort and familiarity with clay, empowering yourself to create with confidence and ease.
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Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Expand your ceramic horizons in our Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics class. Build upon your throwing and hand-building skills to create larger, more intricate pieces, incorporating appendages and exploring shape, design, and function. Join us to refine your craftsmanship and unleash your creativity in the world of ceramics, guided by expert instruction.
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Learn to Throw
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Taught at your individual skill level. Learn and become comfortable with the basic techniques in throwing, such as centering, opening, and pulling cylinders, and glazing. Create mugs, bowls and plates using high-fire reduction.
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Ceramic Coil 101
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Gain confidence in working with clay coils to enhance your pottery or create sculptural pieces. Learn techniques for rolling coils and building forms with geometric, organic, or intricate patterns. This workshop is perfect for both potters and sculptors looking to explore new ways to shape and design with clay.
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$90
Ceramics: Get A Handle On It
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Refine your handle-making skills and explore new approaches to creating functional, well-designed forms. Through demonstrations, hands-on practice, and visual examples, you'll learn techniques to enhance the structure and aesthetics of your handles. Designed for intermediate and advanced students, this class offers the guidance and inspiration needed to elevate your craftsmanship.
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$85
Create Ornaments for the Holidays!
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the fundamentals of Procreate and sublimation in this creative hands-on workshop. You’ll design and produce your own custom set of three ceramic ornaments, perfect for gifting or display. No prior experience needed—just bring your imagination and enthusiasm!
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$90
BYOB Pipe and Ashtray Making
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity while crafting unique ceramic pieces in this hands-on class. Join us at the Color Cocktail Factory and discover the art of sculpting one-of-a-kind pipes and ashtrays. Don't forget to bring your favorite drinks and friends for a truly unforgettable experience.
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$50
BYOB Make A Ceramic Dick!
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Explore your creative side and have a memorable night out with friends at Color Cocktail Factory. Experience the unique act of building a customized ceramic adult toy while sipping on your favorite drink, as you're guided by a professional instructor. No art experience needed!
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$50
BYOB Make a Boobs Coffee Mug
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Discover the joy of body positivity and self-expression through ceramic art in this uplifting and inspiring pottery class at the Color Cocktail Factory. Embrace your creativity as you learn to make a unique ceramic mug that celebrates the female form. Register now for a one-of-a-kind artistic experience!
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$50
BYOB Make a Ceramic Mug and a Bowl
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and create personalized handmade pottery at an expert-led workshop. Discover the art of hand-building with clay and take home unique mugs and a bowl that reflects your style.
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$50
Make a Spooky Cactus - BYOB
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
In this fun pottery session, participants build multiple ceramic cactus in different sizes using clay. No previous experience is needed. You will be guided step by step to build masterpiece. The event takes about 100 minutes. Note: Our events are all BYOB. You can bring your beverage of choice. Ice, cups, corkscrews are provided. All art materials are provided. Only participants ages 21+ are allowed to bring and consume alcoholic...
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$25
BYOB Make a Ceramic Candle Holder
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your creativity and explore the art of pottery in this engaging and hands-on class at the Color Cocktail Factory. Join skilled instructors as they teach you to create a beautiful and functional ceramic candle holder. Reserve your spot today and embark on a journey of self-expression and artistic discovery.
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$30
BYOB Ceramic Cactus Making
Color Cocktail Factory See all classes by this school @ 917 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Unleash your inner artist and craft a stunning collection of ceramic cacti in this hands-on pottery session. Join our expert instructors as they guide you through each step, from shaping the clay to adding intricate details. Don't miss out on this fun and creative adventure - reserve your spot now!
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$30
Beginning Wheel Throwing
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a journey of creativity with our Beginning Wheel Throwing class, tailored for newcomers and experienced potters alike. Expand your pottery repertoire as you delve into advanced techniques and refine your skills on the wheel. Join us to elevate your craft and bring your ceramic visions to life with expert guidance and support.
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Reviews for Ceramics Classes in Chicago
Ceramics Classes in Chicago are rated 4.6 stars based on 39 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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BYOB Pipe and Ashtray Making
I had a great time!!! Can’t wait to see how my pipe and ashtray look! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
It was such a fun time! We loved experiencing the Gnar studio and all they have to offer. Definitely will do it again♥️ -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Liz the instructor was great! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Throwing was a lot of fun. This was my first time. The weather was pretty bad so half the class showed up which was nice because we all got a lot of individual instruction; Liz was great! Wish this place was closer. I would definitely be a regular. -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Loved the class. Fun but also great individual guidance for different skill levels. We took a class at a different studio and GnarWare was by far superior. Will be scheduling another class soon. -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Instructor was welcoming and took the time to explain wheel throwing, the good and the bad. I’d go back for another round! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Very fun experience and great teacher! I really want to learn more now and make pretty things! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
It was a great first-time experience! I would absolutely recommend it to anyone and everyone! :) -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Really great class. Liz was such a good teacher. Definitely looking forward to going back. -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Liz was great! Definitely can’t wait to come back for more courses—might even bring some friends! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
This was so much fun and the instructor was fab! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
So much fun! I’ll be back! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
Develop a new found respect for the art. Had a lot of fun while at the time learning how challenging it is. -
Intro to Wheel Throwing
So much fun! -
Wheel Throwing Basics Workshop
So fun that I signed up for the 6 session class the next day!
