Cultural Activities Center
3011 N. 3rd St, Temple, TX 76501
254.773.9926
Ceramics with Aaron White
on Wednesday Afternoons
Instructor: Aaron White
Date: Wednesdays May 1-29
Time: 2:00-4:00PM
Cost per student: $145 which includes clay,
glazes and kiln firings.
Level: beginner
These classes are an introduction to wheel throwing for beginner through intermediate clay students. Aaron will cover the basics of wheel-throwing techniques (centering, forming a cylinder, trimming, glazing, and firing, while providing an environment for creative expression. The class sessions are five weeks long, meeting on Wednesday afternoons from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Make something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.
A note from Aaron : As a multidisciplinary artist focusing on ceramics and watercolor, I have always been fascinated by art and its ability to convey an idea, emotion, or narrative while retaining a sense of ambiguity. This dynamic facilitates the viewer's participation, whose perceptions and intellect further develop the piece as they connect with the art. I am a husband of 26 years, a father of two, who served in the Army for 23 years, and a recent graduate of UMHB majoring in Fine Arts. I now look towards becoming an avid maker, who inspires others to create works reflective of their desires.
Ceramics with Marilyn
on Tuesday Evenings
Instructor: Marilyn Ritchie
Date: Tuesdays May 7th-June 4th
Time: 6:00-8:00PM
Cost per student: $165 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
Level: beginner-advanced
These classes are for beginner through intermediate clay students. In these classes Marilyn will teach techniques in hand building such as pinch pots, coil building and slab building. In time, students can advance to throwing on the wheel. The class sessions are five weeks long, meeting on Tuesday evenings.
Advanced level students are welcome to create/work independently if they prefer. 5 pottery wheels are available for use in the studio, if you have prior experience and wish to work independently. Take home something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.
Maximum of 6 Students
Ceramics with Paul Grimm
on Thursday evenings
Instructor: Paul Grimm
Date: Summer sessions coming soon
Time: 6:00-8:00PM
Cost per student: $145 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
Level: beginner-intermediate
These classes are for beginner through intermediate clay students. In these classes Paul will teach clay techniques in hand building and an intro to wheel throwing. The class sessions are five weeks long, meeting on Thursday evenings.
Advanced level students are welcome to create/work independently if they prefer. 5 pottery wheels are available for use in the studio, if you have prior experience and wish to work independently. Take home something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.
Maximum of 5 Students
June 11th
Ceramic Slab Building with Lindsay Gabriel on Thursday evenings
Instructor: Lindsay Gabriel
Date: Thursdays June 6-27th
Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Ages: 18 and up
Cost: $145 includes clay, glazes and firings
Level: intermediate to advanced
Previous clay experience is helpful for this class, but beginners are welcome.
Over 4 weeks, students can learn how to create a variety of functional and artistic projects using slab and hand building techniques. Students can make plates, bowls, holiday decorations, home decor and so much more. Once the clay is bisque fired, they will learn how to glaze their work. Bring your ideas and let’s get creative!
Each week, Lindsay will provide sample projects and ideas for creating. Advanced level students are welcome to create/work independently if they prefer. 5 Wheels are available for use in the studio, if you have prior experience and wish to work independently. However, this class session will be primarily focused on slab building.
Maximum of 6 students
Next session will be July 11- August 1
Wheel Throwing with Marilyn
on Tuesday Mornings
Instructor: Marilyn Ritchie
Date: Tuesdays May 7th-June 4th
Time: 10:00AM-12:30PM
Cost per student: $165 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
Level: beginner-advanced
These classes are for beginner through intermediate clay students. Students will be inspired by the structured but creative environment, given individual teaching attention, problem solving and take home a variety of form both functional and decorative.
Take home something beautiful for use in your home or as a gift for someone special.
Classes with Marilyn return in the fall!
Ceramics with Paul Grimm
on Thursday evenings
Instructor: Paul Grimm
Date: Summer sessions coming soon
Time: 6:00-8:00PM
Cost per student: $145 which includes clay, glazes and kiln firings.
Level: beginner-intermediate
Join Lindsay for this 2 hour Ceramic Gnome workshop! Class is on June 27th from 2-4 PM for ages 8-12, Students will learn how to create their very own gnome with clay and personalize them with glaze.