Have you always wanted to try the potter's wheel or handbuild with clay? If so, this one day, intensive workshop is designed just for you! We offer this workshop for those of you who would like to get your feet wet with clay, but are not quite ready to commit to a four or six week class schedule. This one day workshop is also perfect for our out of town friends who may live too far away to commute to multiple sessions. Each workshop will give you the opportunity to experience the thrill of working with clay in a fun and relaxed setting. Our workshop sizes are small (5-8 students per workshop), and you will receive one-on-one instruction and an opportunity to mingle with fellow artists. Our resident instructors Charley Pritchard and Catherine Sherwood will lead the workshops (see the Fall 2011 Class descriptions below). Your choice of either workshop: $75.00 per person - full payment is due upon registration. Lunch will be provided and is included in the price.

Instructor: Charley Pritchard
There will be two 4-week sessions.
Saturdays 10am - 12pm
October 1st - October 22nd
and October 29th - November 19th
$125.00 per person per session - includes materials
(If you wish to sign up for the entire 8 weeks the cost including materials is $230.00.)
Resident potter Charley Pritchard brings 20 years of production experience to this class where students will learn the basic skills of forming pottery vessels on the wheel. Students will have one-on-one instruction with the goal of directing each student towards their own personal artistic vision. No previous clay experience is necessary. New as well as continuing students are welcome.

"This class was a lot of fun! 
I had no idea you could do so much with clay. What a great introduction to pottery making."  
..."Creative Handbuilding" Student 
Instructor: Catherine Sherwood
Saturdays 9:30am - 12pm
October 1st - November 5th
$175.00 per person - includes materials
In this class we will explore various hand-building techniques used in the creation of ceramic objects for the home and garden. Students will learn how to manipulate clay with slab and coil building, press molding and embellish surfaces with techniques such as embossing, appliqué, carving and stamping. No previous clay experience is necessary. All skill levels are welcome as projects will be geared toward each individual's experience and interests. New and continuing students are welcome.

Catherine Sherwood
Biography: MAE, Texas Tech University; BFA in ceramics and fibers from Texas State University. Catherine is a practicing artist with over 30 years of experience in clay. She has 12 years experience as an art educator in Austin, San Antonio and San Marcos. 

Photo at left: Glaze-fired student work, Creative Handbuilding class.

Instructor: Catherine Sherwood
Tuesdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm
October 18th - November 15th
$150.00 per person - includes most materials
Turn broken tile, glass, dishes, stones and found objects into colorful mosaic creations for your home or yard. Learn modern interpretations of this ancient art form as you explore design, pattern, color and texture. You will complete one or two small projects of your choice such as a planter, stepping stone, mirror, tray or picture frame. No previous experience is necessary. Most materials will be provided but students will be required to bring some of their own materials.

Kids love clay! Resident potter Charley Pritchard demonstrates handbuilding to the local Chickabees Academy Daycare Center tots. We are always happy to provide group demonstrations to local students and other organzations free of charge (by appointment).

For more information please contact:
Charley or Holly Pritchard
Luling Icehouse Pottery
(830) 875-6282
icehousepottery@gmail.com