Fall Ceramics Classes
Please scroll down this page to see the complete list of Summer Ceramics classes.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Did you notice a change in the fee for your class? To simplify our accounting and recordkeeping, we no longer charge separate studio and materials fees. The total price for your class did not increase but it might look like it did. In fact, the class will actually cost less if you are a member since we are now discounting the studio and materials fees in addition to the tuition discount. We will continue to charge the model fees separately.

10% DISCOUNT FOR FIRST-TIME STUDENTS:
First-time students save 10% off the price of a class when they register for their first class at the Art Center. Discount does not apply toward Transportation, Firing, New Student Material, or Model fees; Summer Arts Camp; Birthday Parties; subsidized classes, and cannot be combined with any other offer.
Call 952.473.7361, ext. 16, if you have questions or to register for a class.
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Jump to these ceramics classes and faculty:
BEGINNING & CONTINUING WITH CLAY
POTTERY IN THE MAKING
BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE POTTERY
CLAY: FORM AND SURFACE
CLAY FRIDAY
BEFORE THE BISQUE: SURFACE DECORATION
STONEWARE AND PORCELAIN
THROWING TOGETHER: AGES 8-ADULT

Ceramics Faculty

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BEGINNING & CONTINUING WITH CLAY
Instructor: Robert Bowman
Skill Level: All

This course combines basic throwing and hand building techniques for beginners with more advanced techniques and individualized instruction for continuing students. Demonstrations and discussions will complement the hands-on experiences, and we'll explore a variety of firing methods for finishing our work. Materials not included. Bring a towel.
Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

A903
Mondays, Sept. 13 - Oct. 25
(7 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$208 Members / $231 Non-members

B903
Mondays, Nov. 1 - Dec. 20
(8 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

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POTTERY IN THE MAKING
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill Level: All

This class is for beginners and advanced potters alike. Beginners will be introduced to the potter's wheel as well as hand-building. Experienced students will work with the instructor to develop their own work. Students will high fire their work as well as have the opportunity to raku fire. Materials not included. Bring a towel.
Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

A905
Tuesdays, Sept. 7 - Oct. 26
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

B905
Tuesdays, Nov. 2 - Dec. 21
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

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BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE POTTERY
Instructor: Lee Persell
Skill Level: B, AB, I

Beginners receive an introduction to basic throwing techniques and forms, while intermediate students expand their technical abilities and their understanding of ceramic form through demos, discussions and critiques. High fire firing as well as raku and low fire soda will be explored. Materials not included. Bring a towel.
Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

A900
Tuesdays, Sept. 7 - Oct. 26
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

B900
Tuesdays, Nov. 2 - Dec. 21
(8 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

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CLAY: FORM AND SURFACE
Instructor: Ernest Miller
Skill Level: All

A relaxed evening class where beginners and experienced students are welcome, this class includes hands-on demonstration and instruction of the potter's wheel, slab roller and extruder. Cups, bowls, plates, vases, lidded jars, and teapots are a few examples made in class. Students will have the opportunity to high-fire or raku fire their finished work.
Enrollment limited to 16; ages 14 and up

A976
Thursdays, Sept. 9 - Oct. 28
No Class September 30
(7 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$208 Members / $231 Non-members

B976
Thursdays, Nov. 4 - Dec. 16
No Class November 25
(6 sessions) 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$178 Members / $198 Non-members

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CLAY FRIDAY
Instructor: Ernest Miller
Skill Level: All

A morning session where beginners and experienced students alike are welcome to start their day, this class involves hands-on demonstration and instruction of the potter's wheel, slab roller, and extruder. Cups, bowls, plates, vases, lidded jars, and teapots are just a few examples made in class. Students have the option to high-fire or raku fire their finished work.
Enrollment limited to 16; ages 16 and up

A928
Fridays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 29
No Class October 1
(7 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$208 Members / $231 Non-members

B928
Fridays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 17
No Class November 26
(6 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$178 Members / $198 Non-members

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BEFORE THE BISQUE: SURFACE DECORATION
Instructor: Julie Timm
Skill Level: All

Embellishing the surface of your clay work is an art unto itself. This class will give you the knowledge and skills you need to explore ceramics in new ways. The first four classes will include tool making: stencils, stamps, silk screens and molds to create surface design. In the remaining classes you will unlock your creativity and put the tools to use. Demonstrations will include design strategies, underglazing, large slab texturing, bisque molds, mishima inlay and many more. Call the registrar for more details and supply list. Course fee includes underglazes.
Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

A947
Wednesdays, Sept. 8 - Oct. 27
(8 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

B947
Wednesdays, Nov. 3 - Dec. 22
(8 sessions) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

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STONEWARE AND PORCELAIN
Instructors: Robert Bowman, Lee Persell
Skill Level: All

Beginners learn the basics of working with stoneware or porcelain on the potter’s wheel while intermediate students expand their skills. Hand-building projects for students of all ability levels will also be presented. Class includes demos, critiques and an opportunity to try soda firing and raku firing techniques. Bring a towel. Materials not included.
Enrollment limited to 18; ages 16 and up

A918
Saturdays, Sept. 11 - Oct. 30
(8 sessions) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$238 Members / $264 Non-members

B918
Saturdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 18
(7 sessions) 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$208 Members / $231 Non-members

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THROWING TOGETHER: AGES 8-ADULT
Instructor: Craig Arndt
Skill Level: All

This is a great introductory class for people of all ages who want to learn about wheel thrown ceramics. It’s also a great way for adults and children to spend time together creating and collaborating. Students will learn to make basic cylinders, bowls, plates and more. Discussions on how to modify, embellish and glaze pots will also be covered. Participation in this class does not include the use of open studio time. Participants will need to purchase clay and firing fees in addition to the class fee. Bring a towel and dress for mess!
Enrollment limited to 16; ages 8 to Adult

A160
Saturdays, Sept. 11 - Oct. 30
(8 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$198 Members / $220 Non-members

B160
Saturdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 18
(7 sessions) 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$173 Members / $193 Non-members

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CERAMICS FACULTY

Robert Bowman
B.A., St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN. Bob exhibits at Northern Clay Center and many area shows and art fairs. Winner of prizes and commissions, he is the Exhibits Director for the Art Center and also co-manages the ceramics studio.

Ernest L. Miller Jr.
B.A. in Three-Dimensional Studio Art, Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL. A ceramicist and sculptor, he has extensive experience teaching adults and children in Minnesota and Illinois. An exhibitor and award winner in many juried shows, his work is widely collected. HYPERLINK "http://www.ernestmiller.com" www.ernestmiller.com

Lee Persell
University of Minnesota. Lee is the ceramics studio manager for the Minnetonka Center for the Arts. She exhibits in shows and galleries in the Midwest. She has extensive experience in ceramics and design consulting.

Colleen Riley
B.A. in Journalism, Drake University, Des Moines, IA. Primarily a self-taught potter, Colleen began her ceramics studies at the Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis, and has worked with numerous potters in the region. She teaches adults and teens at the Northfield Arts Guild, and exhibits her soda fired porcelain at galleries and art fairs throughout the region.