Ceramics Classes with FAA
Meet the Instructors
Instructor: Connor Costanzo
- Ceramics-Hands on Clay I Session 1
- Mondays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
- 08/26/2024-10/21/2024
- Ages 6 to 9
- Class #: VAF2421A
- Mondays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
- Ceramics-Hands on Clay I Session 2
- Mondays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
- 11/04/2024-01/06/2025
- Ages 6 to 9
- Class #: VAF2421C
- Mondays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
- Ceramics-Hands on Clay I Session 1
- Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
- 09/03/2024-10/22/2024
- Ages 6 to 9
- Class #: VAF2421B
- Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
- Ceramics-Hands on Clay I Session 2
- Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
- 11/05/2024-01/14/2025
- Ages 6 to 9
- Class #: VAF2421D
- Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Each Student’s imagination is encouraged through learning three methods of handbuilding in clay. Master the art of slab, coil, and pinch pot building. Clay fee is included in tuition.
Instructor: FAA Visual Arts Faculty
- Ceramics-Hands on Clay II Session 1
- Mondays from 5:00pm to 6:00pm
- 08/26/2024-10/21/2024
- Ages 10 to 13
- Class #: VAF2422A
- Mondays from 5:00pm to 6:00pm
- Ceramics-Hands on Clay II Session 2
- Mondays from 5:00pm to 6:00pm
- 11/04/2024-01/06/2025
- Ages 10 to 13
- Class #: VAF2422B
- Mondays from 5:00pm to 6:00pm
In this popular class, students explore sculptural and functional forms using handbuilding techniques and take turns using the pottery wheel. Emphasis is placed on creativity. Students produce a multitude of projects, including lidded pots, functional items, and seasonal-themed items. Clay fee is included in tuition.
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
- Family Ceramics/Potter’s Wheel – Session 1
- Tuesdays from 7:00pm to 8:15pm
- 09/03/2024-10/22/2024
- Ages 10+
- Class #: VAF2423A
- Tuesdays from 7:00pm to 8:15pm
- Family Ceramics/Potter’s Wheel – Session 2
- Tuesdays from 7:00pm to 8:15pm
- 11/05/2024-01/14/2025
- Ages 10+
- Class #: VAF2423B
- Tuesdays from 7:00pm to 8:15pm
Create family FUN! Explore the use of the potter’s wheel with your loved ones. Handbuilding will also be a technique used. Projects include seasonal-themed items. Adults are welcome to register for this class too for a family experience.
Instructor: Conner Costanzo
- Clay Studio for Teens- Session 1
- Thursdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm
- 09/05/2024-10/24/2024
- Ages 13 to 16
- Class #: VAF2426A
- Thursdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm
- Clay Studio for Teens- Session 2
- Thursdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm
- 11/07/2024-01/16/2025
- Ages 13 to 16
- Class #: VAF2426B
- Thursdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Students will handbuild and take a spin on the potter’s wheel. Emphasis is placed on creativity. Clay fee is included in tuition.
Instructor: Connor Costanzo
- Clay Studio (Adult) – Session 1
- Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:30pm
- 09/05/2024-10/24/2024
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2425A
- Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:30pm
- Clay Studio (Adult) – Session 2
- Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:30pm
- 11/07/2024-01/16/2025
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2425B
- Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:30pm
- Clay Studio (Adult) – Session 1
- Fridays from 10:30am to 1:00pm
- 09/06/2024-10/25/2024
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2425C
- Fridays from 10:30am to 1:00pm
- Clay Studio (Adult) – Session 2
- Fridays from 10:30am to 1:00pm
- 11/08/2024-01/17/2025
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2425D
- Fridays from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Need a longer session in the studio? Learn basic and advanced techniques of handbuilding, wheel-throwing and glaze application. Instructor assists students with reaching individual goals.
- Ceramics (Adult) – Session 1
- Mondays from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
- 08/26/2024-10/21/2024
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2424A
- Mondays from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
- Ceramics (Adult) – Session 2
- Mondays from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
- 11/04/2024-01/06/2025
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2424B
- Mondays from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
- Ceramics (Adult) – Session 1
- Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
- 09/05/2024-10/24/2024
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2424C
- Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
- Ceramics (Adult) – Session 2
- Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
- 11/07/2024-01/16/2025
- Grade 12+
- Class #: VAF2424D
- Thursdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Basic and advanced techniques of handbuilding, wheel-throwing, and glaze application are taught in this class. Students are encouraged to develop individual pursuits in clay. Instructor assists students with reaching individual goals. Beginners through advanced welcome.
- Adult Ceramics classes for have an additional clay fee of $15 per bag.
- Clay can be purchased at the Customer Service Center.
- The Fine Arts Association offers Private Art Instruction for those who would like a one on one experience that fits to their schedule.
- Please contact Customer Experience at (440) 951-7500 x2 if you are interested in Private Instruction.
- Unless indicated, most courses are designed to permit students to continue from previous sessions
- New students are always welcome!
CERAMICS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
- for ages 2-6
- Tuesdays from 3:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Session 2: From March 22 to May 17, 2022
- Class #: VAF2220B
- Session 2: From March 22 to May 17, 2022
Little hands, big projects! Young children explore clay as they create seasonal-themed items
CERAMICS CLASSES FOR KIDS & TEENS
Instructor: Dianne Stiver-Lang
for ages 6-9
- Session 1: Mondays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- From January 24 to March 14, 2022
- Class #: VASP2221A
- From January 24 to March 14, 2022
- Session 2: Mondays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- From March 21 to May 16, 2022
- Class #: VASP2221B
- From March 21 to May 16, 2022
Students’ imagination is encouraged through learning three methods of hand-building in clay. Master the art of slab, coil, and pinch pot building. This session’s projects may include seasonal items, animals, and birdhouses. Clay fee is included in tuition.
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
for ages 6-9
- Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 25 to March 15, 2022
- Class #: VASP2221C
- Session 2: From March 22 to May 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2221D
- Session 1: From January 25 to March 15, 2022
For ages 10-15
- Mondays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
- Class #: VASP2222A
- Session 2: March 24 to May 16, 2022
- Class #: VSP2222B
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
In this popular class, students explore sculptural and functional forms using hand-building techniques and take turns using the pottery wheel. Emphasis is placed on creativity. Students produce a multitude of creative projects including lidded pots, functional items, and seasonal-themed items. Clay fee is included in tuition.
Instructor: Dianne Stiver-Lang
Join the waitlist: *Should more spots open, individuals will be contacted in the order of waitlist registration.*
- for ages 6-9
- Summer Session= Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- Class #:VAS2121A
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- Summer Session= Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Student’s imagination is encouraged through learning three methods of hand-building in clay. Master the art of slab, coil, and pinch pot building. This session’s projects may include seasonal items, animals, and birdhouses. Clay fee is included in tuition.
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
- for ages 6-9
- Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Will be available in Fall of 2021
- For ages 10-15
- Mondays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- Class #: VAS2122
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
In this popular class, students explore sculptural and functional forms using hand-building techniques and take turns using the pottery wheel. Emphasis is placed on creativity. Students produce a multitude of creative projects including lidded pots, functional items, and seasonal-themed items. Clay fee is included in tuition.
- For ages 10-15
- Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- From June 16 to July 21, 2021
- Class #: VAS2121B
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
- for ages 6-9
- Session 1= Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m to 5:30 p.m.
- From 1/26/2021 to 3/16/2021
- Class #: VASP2121C
- Session 1= Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m to 5:30 p.m.
- Session 2= Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- From 3/23/2021 to 5/18/2021
- Class #: VASP2121D
- Session 2= Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Register for Ceramics for Kids & Teens
CERAMICS CLASSES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
for ages 10 and up
- Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 25 to March 15, 2022
- Class #: VASP2223A
- Session 2: From March 22 to May 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2223B
- Session 1: From January 25 to March 15, 2022
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Create family FUN! Explore the use of the potter’s wheel with your loved ones. Hand-building will also be a technique used. Projects include seasonal-themed items. Adults are welcome to register for this class too for a family experience. Cost includes one adult & one child.
This class is offered in both Fall and Spring sessions.
Instructor: Brittany Weisbarth
for ages 10 and up
- Tuesdays from 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 25 to March 15, 2022
- Class #: VASP2223C
- Session 2: From March 22 to May 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2223D
- Session 1: From January 25 to March 15, 2022
This class will have artwork featured in our student show at the end of the Spring Semester.
Create family FUN! Explore the use of the potter’s wheel with your loved ones. Hand-building will also be a technique used. Projects include seasonal-themed items. Adults are welcome to register for this class too for a family experience. Cost includes one adult & one child.
This class is offered in both Fall and Spring sessions.
Register for Ceramics for the Entire Family
CERAMICS CLASSES FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
for ages 13-18
- Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2226A
- Session 2: From March 24 to May 19, 2022
- Class #: VASP2226B
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
For adults
- Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
- Class #: VASP2224A
- Session 2: From March 21 to May 16, 2022
- Class #: VASP2224B
- Session 1: From January 24 to March 14, 2022
for adults
- Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2224C
- Session 2: From March 24 to May 19, 2022
- Class #: VASP2224D
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
- For high school – adult
- Summer Session: Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- For high school – adult
- Session 2= Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- From March 26th to May 21, 2021
- Class #: VASP2124D
- Session 2= Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- For high school – adult
- Session 2= Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- From March 26th to May 21, 2021
- Class #: VASP2124F
- Session 2= Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- for ages 13-18
- Mondays from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- From June 14 to July 26, 2021
- Class #: VAS2126
- For high school senior – adult
- Summer Session= Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- From June 16th to July 21, 2021
- Class #: VAS2124B
- From June 16th to July 21, 2021
- Summer Session= Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Register for Ceramics for Teens and Adults
CLAY STUDIO CLASSES FOR ADULTS
adults
- Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
- Class #: VASP2225A
- Session 2: From March 24 to May 19, 2022
- Class #: VASP2225B
- Session 1: From January 27 to March 17, 2022
For adults
- Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Session 1: From August 27 to October 15, 2021
- Class #: VAF2125C
- Session 2: From October 22 to December 17, 2021
- Class #: VAF2125D
- Session 1: From August 27 to October 15, 2021
Instructor: Dianne Stiver-Lang
Join the waitlist: *Should more spots open, individuals will be contacted in the order of waitlist registration.*
- For adults
- Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- From June 14th to July 26th, 2021
- Class #: VAS2124A
- Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Register for Ceramics for Adults
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CERAMICS WORKSHOPS
Pumpkin Ceramic Workshop
October 14-21
Students will create their own ceramic pumpkin using Terra-Cotta (Orange Clay). Pumpkins can be used as a light-up Jack-o’-lantern or pumpkin jar. All supplies provided.
Holiday/Tree Ceramic Workshop - Session 1 November 4-11
Students will create their own tabletop light-up tree made from ceramic clay, colored bulbs and electric cord. All supplies provided. Makes an excellent gift.
Holiday/Tree Ceramic Workshop - Session 2
November 18-December 2
Students will create their own tabletop light-up tree made from ceramic clay, colored bulbs and electric cord. All supplies provided. Makes an excellent gift.
