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Location
102 South William St
Newburgh, NY 12550
Contact Us
201-741-3552
info@thenewburghpottery.com
Our Hours
Mon-Fri
12-6
Sat + Sun
12-5
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8 Week Courses
Our goal here as educators is to lead our students to a place where they can think and work independently in clay – The ceramic world and process can feel intimidating or overwhelming at times- but we take it step by step, and focus on a strong foundation that can be built upon indefinitely, so that you can understand how to approach anything it is you want to make in this medium.
Two Schools Of Ceramic Craft That We Teach ...
Wheel Throwing (Foundation + Intermediate):
Learning how to throw a pot on the wheel is similar to learning how to play an instrument – First, you learn about the machine, and build some muscle memory in your hands. Then, you have to understand the theory behind it- How to make it say what you want. Once your body and mind get it, you have to find the wheel’s rhythm, and keep tempo with it. There are several steps and skill sets that go into making a finished pot on the wheel, all fun and rewarding in their own way.
Hand Building (All Levels):
Pottery was being made long before the invention of the wheel…
In our Hand building course you’ll learn about clay and other relevant materials, different techniques for construction and decoration – and how to apply them to whatever it is you choose to create – Once you’re feeling confident with some new skills, your teacher will advise and help guide you through projects of your own choosing.
All 8-Week Classes meet Once/Week
Foundation Wheel
Foundation Wheel focuses on the basics of making pots, from beginning to end of the process.
You’ll spend 8 weeks working on your cylinder – the foundation form in wheel thrown pottery – as well as surface decoration techniques, trimming technique, and glazing.
Intermediate Wheel
Intermediate Wheel courses are where you start building on your foundation, and learn to guide the clay where you want it to go.
Each week we will focus on turning that cylinder into a different form, and variation of forms – We’ll also approach more advanced subjects such as lids, throwing “off the hump”, double walled vessels, and assembled forms.
Daily Open Studio time for practicing is included!
Monday – Friday 12 – 6 pm
Saturday + Sunday 12 – 5 pm
Foundation Wheel Classes:
Intermediate Wheel Classes:
Wednesday PM - Intermediate Wheel
7 – 9 pm
2/22 – 4/19
(no class 4/5)
$300
Teacher:
Brian Recchia
Sunday Afternoon - Intermediate Wheel
10 – 12 pm
2/19 – 4/16
(no class 4/9)
$300
Teacher:
David Moldover
Hand Building Classes:
Wednesday AM - Hand Building
10 am – 12 pm
2/22 – 4/19
(no class 4/5)
$300
Teacher:
Tamara Rafkin
More Information:
- $50 Material fee due by, or at, first class – can be purchased online while registering, or in person on first day. Covers materials for entire 8 week course, including during open studio time.
- Firing Fees are additional, and are calculated at 5 cents / cubic inch / piece. Invoiced at end of session.
- Bring your own apron and tools – a complete tool kit can be purchased from us for $20 on first day of class.
- Classes are 18+
- Missed classes can be made up on different days, space permitting – please contact studio to confirm before showing up to a different class day
- We do not offer refunds for missed classes
- Masks are currently optional – Covid numbers in our area are closely monitored, and protocols are adjusted accordingly.