Clay 1 is a prerequisite. The ability to centre a pot and consistently throw a cylinder with intention is MANDATORY. Clay 2 is a continuation of the Clay 1 introductory course where techniques will be expanded on. Participants will be learning how to increase the size of their work while maintaining control of the clay. Bowl forms will be introduced. Techniques for refining and finishing vessels will help to increase the success rate of throwing. Trimming and glazing will be reintroduced and reinforced. Additions like handles will be included in level 2. A maximum of 5 pieces will be saved and fired, additional pieces may be kept at a cost of $10/ piece. DATES & TIMES THURS FEB 5, 5:30 to 8:30PM SAT FEB 7, 9:30 - 12:30PM THURS FEB 12, 5:30 to 8:30PM SAT FEB 14, 9:30 - 12:30PM There will be a hiatus between classes 4 and 5 for bisque firing. The last class will be a glazing session. If you miss the glaze class, the instructor will glaze your work for you. We are unable to accommodate makeup dates for missed sessions. THURS FEB 26, 5:30 to 8:30PM for GLAZE YOUR TUTOR Michelle Minke has been making pottery for many years beginning at Seneca College Toronto and including classes in Yellowknife, Alberta, and Haliburton. She has been teaching high school at Bruce Peninsula District School most of her career. She is so pleased to share her love of pottery at the Owen Sound Artist Co-op Workshop. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING Wear clothes to get messy in ACCESSIBILITY Hand strength and coordination required Ability to sit for the duration of the class Wheelchair accessible