Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 48 Clay & Coffee: Handbuilt Mug 16 Years+ Sip, shape and create a beautiful handbuilt mug in this relaxing experience. Enjoy a warm drink while learning the art of basic handbuilding techniques and how to personalize your mug with design, decoration, shaping tips and glaze colour. This workshop is perfect for beginners and enthusiastic potters alike. Thu, Sep 10 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169861 Thu, Oct 8 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169865 Thu, Nov 5 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169868 Thu, Dec 3 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169871 Thu, Jan 7 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169872 Thu, Feb 4 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169883 Thu, Mar 4 | 9-11:15 am | $65/1 | 169885 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Clayful Expressions Masterclass Clayful Expressions is designed for intermediate to advanced potters who are ready to move past structured lessons and dive into self-directed projects with the freedom and mentorship of an experienced instructor. This is your space to experiment, refine and create pieces that truly reflect your artistic expression. Bring your ideas and questions to class (don’t worry, the instructor will have lessons ready to share if no questions are presented). Prerequsities: Centre 3-5 lbs of clay unassisted, pull 6” tall cylinder and collar clay. Mon, Sep 14-Oct 26 | 6-8:30 pm | $237/6 | 169832 Mon, Nov 2-Dec 14 | 6-8:30 pm | $273/7 | 169835 Mon, Jan 4-Feb 8 | 6-8:30 pm | $237/6 | 169853 Mon, Feb 22-Mar 22 | 6-8:30 pm | $198/5 | 169856 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Handbuilding 101 16 Years+ Get introduced to the fundamentals of handbuilding in ceramics. Learn to shape clay using pinch, coil and slab methods while exploring surface decoration and glazing. Emphasis is on skill development, creativity and craftsmanship for future ceramic work. Wed, Sep 9-Oct 21 | 10 am-12:30 pm | $210/6 | 175587 Wed, Nov 4-Dec 16 | 10 am-12:30 pm | $210/6 | 175592 Wed, Jan 6-Feb 10 | 10 am-12:30 pm | $210/6 | 177613 Wed, Feb 17-Mar 24 | 10 am-12:30 pm | $210/6 | 177614 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Pottery Wheel Throwing - BEGINNER 16 Years+ For those new to the pottery wheel. Learn all about the wheel, tools, centering, pulling up walls and transforming basic shapes. This class is all about fun and getting your hands muddy. No prior experience is required! Pro Potter Tip: Participants are encouraged to repeat this course multiple times until confidence in centering and creating basic cylinders is achieved. Sun, Sep 13-Oct 18 | 9:30 am-12 pm | $231/6 | 176179 Thu, Sep 17-Oct 22 | 6:45-9:15 pm | $231/6 | 176183 Fri, Sep 18-Oct 23 | 12-2:30 pm | $231/6 | 176169 Sat, Sep 19-Oct 24 | 1:30-4 pm | $231/6 | 175598 Sun, Nov 1-Dec 6 | 9:30 am-12 pm | $231/6 | 176180 Thu, Nov 5-Dec 10 | 6:45-9:15 pm | $231/6 | 176184 Fri, Nov 6-Dec 11 | 12-2:30 pm | $231/6 | 176170 Sat, Nov 7-Dec 12 | 1:30-4 pm | $231/6 | 176177 Sun, Jan 3-Feb 7 | 9:30 am-12 pm | $231/6 | 176181 Thu, Jan 7-Feb 11 | 6:45-9:15 pm | $231/6 | 176185 Fri, Jan 8-Feb 12 | 12-2:30 pm | $231/6 | 176171 Sat, Jan 9-Feb 13 | 1:30-4 pm | $231/6 | 176178 Sun, Feb 14-Mar 21 | 9:30 am-12 pm | $231/6 | 176182 Thu, Feb 18-Mar 25 | 6:45-9:15 pm | $231/6 | 176186 Fri, Feb 19-Mar 19 | 12-2:30 pm | $193/5 | 176172 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 20 | 1:30-4 pm | $193/5 | 177484 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Beyond the Basics Wheel Throwing 16 Years+ This is perfect for those who have mastered the basics and want to explore more possibilities on the wheel. Refine your techniques, learn new forms and add personality to your pieces. Prerequsities: Beginner wheel or equivalent with experience of centering and basic forms. Tue, Sep 8-Oct 13 | 6-8:30 pm | $234/6 | 176187 Fri, Sep 18-Oct 23 | 3:30-6 pm | $234/6 | 176173 Tue, Nov 3-Dec 8 | 6-8:30 pm | $234/6 | 176188 Fri, Nov 6-Dec 11 | 3:30-6 pm | $234/6 | 176174 Tue, Jan 5-Feb 9 | 6-8:30 pm | $234/6 | 176189 Fri, Jan 8-Feb 12 | 3:30-6 pm | $234/6 | 176175 Tue, Feb 16-Mar 23 | 6-8:30 pm | $234/6 | 176190 Fri, Feb 19-Mar 19 | 3:30-6 pm | $195/5 | 176176 Bowen Park Pottery Studio POTTERY CLASS PARTICIPANTS: We kindly ask that you choose a class that truly reflects your current skill level. Our courses are thoughtfully structured with progressions to support learners at each stage of their pottery journey. Selecting a class before you are ready can impact not only your own experience but also the learning environment for fellow potters and the ability of our instructors to guide the group effectively. Thank you for helping us create a positive and supportive learning environment for our community studio. PLAY WITH CLAY: Try-It Classes 16 + Years Curious about clay? Come join us for a muddy adventure where the goal isn’t perfection - it’s the experience! Our “Play with Clay Try-It Classes” are designed for anyone who wants to dip their hands into the world of pottery wheel throwing or handbuilding without committing to a full multiweek course. No pressure; no prior experience - just enjoy the magic of getting creative with clay. Your class includes: • Clay to create your own unique piece • Choice between 3 glaze colours • Kiln firing • All tools and materials • A relaxed and creative environment Play with Clay - Try it Class: Wheel Throwing This will teach you the basics in centering your clay, pulling walls and shaping simple forms. Fri, Sep 11 | 5:30-8 pm | $65/1 | 178297 Sat, Sep 12 | 1:30-4 pm | $65/1 | 178298 Fri, Oct 30 | 5-7:30 pm | $65/1 | 178310 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Play with Clay - Try it Class: Handbuilding This class will introduce simple techniques like pinching, coiling and slab building. Sat, Oct 3 | 5-7:30 pm | $65/1 | 178313 Fri, Nov 27 | 7-9:30 pm | $65/1 | 178300 Bowen Park Pottery Studio Follow us on social media for the latest pottery workshops and classes.
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