Mondays, Nov 4th – Nov 25th: 4-Week Handbuilding Series – Global Traditions of Ceramics w/Hans Miles at Ilwaco Artworks. 109 1st Ave N Ilwaco, WA. All levels welcome. Ages 10-13 w/an adult or ages 14+. 2pm-4pm.

In this class, students will learn essential handbuilding techniques like pinching and coiling to create vessels inspired by a historical object (e.g., a Jomon pot, Minoan octopus vase, or Incan Moche vessel). A great way to incorporate personal narrative and explore ceramics’ rich history. 

The course enhances handbuilding skills and concepts through in-depth practice and discussions on techniques, surface decoration, and materials, alongside perfecting fundamentals like wedging and glazing.

Day One:

Students will cover basic handbuilding techniques and complete their first, smaller vessel, gaining hands-on experience. The instructor will provide resources for researching the historical object for the second project.

Day Two:

This session focuses on refining the first vessel and starting the second. Students will learn about form design principles, discuss their chosen object’s history, and explore ways to integrate personal stories into their work.

Days Three and Four:

These sessions are dedicated to developing the personalized vessel project. With guidance, students will apply their skills to create a unique vessel that reflects their creativity and evolving style.

Nov 7th-21st: 3-Week, 4 Session Wheel Throwing Series | All Levels | 5:30pm-7:30pm w/Hans Miles at Ilwaco Artworks. 109 1st Ave N Ilwaco, WA. All levels welcome. Ages 10-13 w/an adult or ages 14+.

Dates: November 7th, 14th, & 21st

PLUS One 30-minute private lesson + 2.5 hours of wheel time (arranged on the first day of class).

This class will begin with the basics of throwing pottery on the wheel and guide students towards their choice of creating one of three final forms: cups, bowls, or planters. The first session will cover the fundamental mechanics and processes of wheel throwing. The second session will focus on the nuances of form and technique for your specific project, while the third and fourth sessions will be dedicated to refining your work.

CLAY DATES

• NOV 1ST: Set of ORNAMENTS
• NOV 8TH: Pair of BUD VASES
• NOV 15th: Pair of PLANTERS
• NOV 22nd: Pair of NERIKOMI TUMBLERS
• Nov 29th: Pair of PET BOWLS

Connect over clay with a loved one! Handbuild ceramic art and lasting memories. Clay Dates include a handbuilding demo, all materials needed and firing. When registering, one ticket ($70) is good for two people. No experience necessary.

Capacity: 10 (5 couples)

Age: 10-14 w/an adult or 14+

Create with clay for the day at our community clay studio, Ilwaco Artworks!

Sat, 11/23 Needle Felted Gnomes workshop w/visiting artist, Mikal Robinson.

2pm-6pm at The Sou’wester Lodge Pavilion. Ages 7+, families encouraged! 3728 J Pl Seaview, WA

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These adorable little creatures come together like magic! In this workshop you will learn how to needle felt and sculpt wool roving into charming gnomes to give as one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts or keep all for yourself. Your gnome can be turned into a magnet, pin or ornament. 

Myco Robinson is an inspired felter, fiber artist, educator and the lead instructor for Feral Fine Arts. They have been sharing their love of hand crafts and honoring them as a fine art since childhood. With over I5 years of experience in community arts education and 28 years of working with children. Multigenerational instruction brings them great joy. They run year round youth programming through Wild Child Arts Education. Sell needle felting supplies and kits as Feral Felt. Make jewelry and upcycled goods as Feral Refined. A handwork teacher at Sunfield Farm and Waldorf School, they are dedicated to creative expression and collaboration. Visit feralfinearts.com of follow @feralfinearts and @feralrefined on Instagram to learn more about their offerings. www.feralfinearts.com

CLAY PLAY AT ILWACO ARTWORKS COMMUNITY CLAY STUDIO 10am-1pm

Clay Plays are casual, beginner-friendly pottery sessions where you will learn basic ceramic handbuilding skills to create functional or decorative objects. Ages 10+ with an adult or ages 14+. Pieces are glazed, fired and ready for pick up in 3-6 weeks. Shipping is available for our visiting attendees for $15 plus shipping costs.

November Clay Plays:

• Sat 11/2: Sugar Skulls
• Sun 11/3: Tree Luminaries
• Sat 11/9: Wine Cups
• Sun 11/10: Handled Cups
• Sat 11/16: Soap Dishes & Spoon Rests
• Sun 11/24: Ornaments & Winter Decor
• Sat/Sun 11/30 & 12/1: Gingerbread Houses

REGISTER

• Inspiration for upcoming Clay Plays
• Please email souwestertv@gmail.com to join a waitlist!
• Ilwaco Artworks Community Clay Studio – 109 1st Ave N Ilwaco, WA
• Visiting attendees can have their pieces shipped! We will invoice you for $15 handling, plus the cost of shipping.
• Returns: We understand that sometimes plans change. For Clay Plays: We will issue a full refund up to 7 days from the event. Cancellations within 7 days of the event will be issued a refund OR credit towards a future class minus a $15 cancellation fee if notified. No refunds if canceled the same day as the event. No refunds for no call, no shows.

Sun, Nov 24th: Surface Explorations. 2pm-5pm. $50.

Ilwaco Artworks Community Clay Studio – 109 1st Ave N Ilwaco, WA

In this class you will learn a variety of surface design techniques and take your pottery to the next level. You will make stamps, explore sgraffito using colored slips, learn basic monoprinting and play with texture. Students will be given tiles to practice these methods. Includes glazing and firing.

STUDIO COURSE BUNDLE – 3 Classes for only $90 when you register for all 3!

1. Working in the Ceramics Studio – Wedging to Glazing
2. Surface Explorations
3. All Things Glaze

Discount automatically applied when you add all three classes to your cart. These courses recur monthly, if any of them are not currently released they will be soon!