Bring out your inner artist! Whether you are an art enthusiast, or just have untapped artistic ambition, feed your creative side at the J! Stop by the Welcome Desk or call 299-3000 to register for a class. For information on programs, contact Harriet at 299-3000 x147.
Sunday Morning Clay Class
June 15-July 20 9:30-12:30 p.m.
This class offers you the opportunity to make objects in an environment of peaceful reflection. Learn how to hand build objects or create objects using the pottery wheel. You will also learn how to use glazes to enhance your clay objects. Your ideas and style are honored and encouraged. Work at your own pace and create! No prior clay experience necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Instructor: Gerrie Young
$90NM/$75M ( an additional $25 materials fee paid to instructor at first class)
Tile Mosaics Tuesdays, June 3 – July 8 10: 00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Learn to make colorful mosaic tiles of varied size and shapes. Create your own tiles to fill a wall niche, make wall decorations, cover a table or even a backsplash. Learn techniques for writing words on your tiles with fluid glazing or by carving. Wall mounting techniques included. No previous clay experience necessary. All skill levels welcome. Instructor: Gerrie Young
$65 NM/$60 M (an additional $25 materials fee paid to instructor at first class )
Paint It Yourself! Ceramic Class
Tuesdays, June 10 & 17 8:00 a.m.-Noon -or- 5:30-8 p.m.
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Thursdays, June 12 & 19 8:00 a.m. – Noon -or-5:30- 8 p.m.
(Two 2-hour sessions)
A “paint-it-yourself” pottery experience. Choose from a wide array of pre-fired clay objects, including plates, mugs, vases, animals, birds and more. Learn various techniques for applying glazes in various colors and hues. Cost includes final firing of 3 finished pieces! (Children ages 8+ if accompanied by an adult are welcome). Instructor: Gerrie Young
$32/$28 M
Evening Clay Workshop
Thursdays June 19 – July 24 4:30-8:00 p.m.
Make objects from clay slabs, including sculptural forms of people, animals or free-form pieces, and learn to make acrylic patinas to fnish each piece. No prior clay experience necessary. Instructor: Gerrie Young (You must be able to lift 25 pounds).
$75/$60M (additional ma$25 materials fee paid to instructor at first class)
Anyone Can Draw & Paint
Mondays and Fridays • 9:30 a.m.-Noon (ongoing)
For beginners and experienced artists. Explore your creative spirit using various media. Demonstration and instruction at each session. Please bring pencil & paper.
Instructor: Murray Keshner
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