Tue, 7:00 PM, 2h30m

Feb-1 to Mar-8

Steffi Acevedo

INTROCERAMICS.202

This 6 week class is the perfect introduction to ceramics; students will learn the basics of working with clay through handbuilding. The class will teach you about clay, studio safety, and a variety of handbuilding and surface decoration techniques establishing a strong foundation with the material. We recommend this class to anyone looking to get started making pottery, it is a great first class in your ceramic education. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult

Price:

$315.00

Thu, 1:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-10 to Mar-17

James Thorne

WHEEL1.203

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Sat, 4:00 PM, 2h30m

Feb-12 to Mar-19

James Thorne

WHEEL1.205

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Sun, 10:00 AM, 2h

Feb-13 to Mar-20

Emily Dore

TEENADULT.202

This program is especially fun for a teenager or an adult to experience the challenge and joy of the pottery wheel. The basic Level 1 program is covered with a more indepth program for the returning student. Some materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages:12 to adult.

Price:

$275.00

Wed, 10:00 AM, 2h30m

Feb-2 to Mar-9

Kaitlyn Brennan

HANDBUILD.205

In this 6 week class the student will utilze a variety of building techniques to create a set of plates, mugs, bowls and a serving piece. Students will focus on development of design idea, creating a uniform set and decorating them. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult.

Price:

$315.00

Thu, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-3 to Mar-10

Karen Kurtzrock

WHEEL1P.201

This course is aimed at students who have taken level 1 wheel and have a basic understanding of wheel throwing but want to focus on improving their ability to center and throw consistently. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The class will cover the fundamentals of wheel throwing from centering to pulling walls to trimming. Recycled clay included. Prerequisite: Level 1 wheel. Ages:16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Sat, 2:00 PM, 2h

Feb-5 to Mar-12

Emma Gauthier

TEENADULTHAND.201

This program is especially fun for a teenager or an adult to experience the challenge and joy of handbuilding. Materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages:12 to adult.

Price:

$275.00

Sun, 12:30 PM, 1h30m

Feb-6 to Mar-13

Victoria Rodgers

PARENTME.201

A wonderful way to share some special time in this activity with your child or grandchild. Each participant will create an individual clay project while learning about handbuilding pottery techniques such as: pinch pots, slab or coil building, extrusions, and slump molds. Adults will make their own project. Cost is <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>per person</strong></span> and includes materials. 6 years to adult

Price:

$170.00

Mon, 2:00 PM, 2h30m

Feb-7 to Mar-21 (no classes Feb 21)

Shaina Lipsey

WHEEL1.201

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Wed, 2:00 PM, 3h

Feb-9 to Mar-16

James Thorne

STUDIO.201

This 6 week class is intended for experienced artists that are looking for an opportunity to explore their own ideas and projects on the wheel. This class will be student driven with no set curriculum, but an instructor will be present for supervision. Students must have taken at least one class previously at GPS and they must be able to center and throw unassisted. This class is 3 hours instead of the normal 2.5. Class will take place in studio 2, and following our Covid policies, students must stay in studio 2 for the duration of class. Clay is not included - but must have been purchased from GPS. Each student will be given a $50 glaze firing credit that must be used during the 6-week session, if needed student can pay for additional firings.

Price:

$225.00

Mon, 3:00 PM, 2h30m

Jan-31 to Mar-14

Evelyn Leon

HANDBUILD.201

In this 6 week class the student will start with the basics of handbuilding and then learn how those techniques can be pushed further to try new forms and shapes. The class will also focus on various surface decorating techniques to draw into clay (no drawing skill or experience necessary!). Projects will be further embellished with three dimensional additions and the use of colour. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult.

Price:

$315.00

Fri, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Fridays

Varies

WHEELNIGHT

Have you wanted to try making pottery on the wheel? Here is your opportunity to enjoy one evening discovering the art of throwing clay during this 2.5 hour workshop. After the workshop our technicians will trim and fire your pieces and they will be ready for you to pick up in 2 weeks. Come and relax while experiencing the joy of clay. This workshop is open to clients 14 years and older. All materials included. $99 +HST each.

Price:

$99.00

Tue, 10:00 AM, 2h30m

Feb-1 to Mar-8

Vanessa Villarreal

HANDBUILD.203

In this 6 week class the student will learn the basics of handbuilding for both functional and decorative ceramics, with a focus on wall pillows, wall tiles, and boxes. The class will experiment with different decorating styles using patterns, embellishments, and underglaze colors and slips to enhance the work. There will be a deeper tutorial in glazing and decorating techniques to enhance patterns and textures on the students work. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult

Price:

$315.00

Thu, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-10 to Mar-17

James Thorne

WHEEL1.204

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Sat, 10:00 AM, 2h

Feb-12 to Mar-19

James Thorne

TEENADULT.201

This program is especially fun for a teenager or an adult to experience the challenge and joy of the pottery wheel. The basic Level 1 program is covered with a more indepth program for the returning student. Materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages:12 to adult.

Price:

$275.00

Sun, 1:30 PM, 2h

Feb-13 to Mar-20

Emily Dore

TEENADULT.203

This program is especially fun for a teenager or an adult to experience the challenge and joy of the pottery wheel. The basic Level 1 program is covered with a more indepth program for the returning student. Some materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages:12 to adult.

Price:

$275.00

Wed, 1:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-2 to Mar-9

Kaitlyn Brennan

HANDBUILD.206

In this 6 week class the student will utlize a variety of building techniques to contruct a variety of vase forms including flower bricks, traditional vases, wall vases and more. The class will experiment with different decorating styles using patterns, embellishments, and underglaze colors and slips to enhance the work.One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult.

Price:

$315.00

Fri, 10:00 AM, 2h30m

Feb-4 to Mar-11

Karen Kurtzrock

WHEEL1P.202

This course is aimed at students who have taken level 1 wheel and have a basic understanding of wheel throwing but want to focus on improving their ability to center and throw consistently. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The class will cover the fundamentals of wheel throwing from centering to pulling walls to trimming. Recycled clay included. Prerequisite: Level 1 wheel. Ages:16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Sat, 10:30 AM, 1h30m

Feb-5 to Mar-12

Vanessa Padilla

HANDCHILD.202

A very exciting and enjoyable program for children learning basic handbuilding techniques. Students are encouraged to express their own creativity with each piece. Returning students are given more challenging projects and materials included. Ages 7-13 years

Price:

$190.00

Mon, 10:00 AM, 2h30m

Feb-7 to Mar-21 (no classes Feb 21)

Shaina Lipsey

WHEEL2.201

This course is designed to push students to throw with increasing amounts of clay. Students need to be able to throw a cylinder, evenly, as high as it is wide with 2-2.5 lbs of clay. Emphasis will be placed on improving throwing skills, finishing details and exploring surface decoration. One bag of clay included. Prerequisite Level 1.5.

Price:

$315.00

Tue, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-8 to Mar-15

Linda Taylor

WHEEL105.201

This course is aimed at students who have completed Level 1 and are able to consistently center and throw a cylinder as high as it is wide. This more advanced class will push students to make more technically difficult forms including lidded vessels, bowls and closed in forms. One bag of clay included. Prerequisite: Ability to center and pull walls up consistently, if unsure please contact the school to discuss which class is best suited to you. Ages 16 to adult.

Price:

$315.00

Wed, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-9 to Mar-16

Daniele Stewart

WHEEL2.202

This course is designed to push students to throw with increasing amounts of clay and control. Students need to be able to throw a cylinder, evenly, as high as it is wide with 2-2.5 lbs of clay. Emphasis will be placed on improving throwing skills, finishing details and exploring surface decoration. One bag of clay included. Prerequisite Level 1.5.

Price:

$315.00

Mon, 10:00 AM, 2h30m

Jan-31 to Mar-14

Steffi Acevedo

INTROCERAMICS.201

This 6 week class is the perfect introduction to ceramics; students will learn the basics of working with clay through handbuilding. The class will teach you about clay, studio safety, and a variety of handbuilding and surface decoration techniques establishing a strong foundation with the material. We recommend this class to anyone looking to get started making pottery, it is a great first class in your ceramic education. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult

Price:

$315.00

Varies

Varies

Chantale McGrath

GLAZING.101

An opportunity for kiln clients to come and glaze their bisqueware. The usual glaze firing fees will apply. Limit of 4 members at a time during each 1.5 hour block. All surfaces touched must be disinfected at the end of each session.

Price:

$25.00

Tue, 2:00 PM, 2h30m

Feb-1 to Mar-8

Vanessa Villarreal

HANDBUILD.204

In this 6 week class the student will learn the basics of handbuilding for both functional and decorative ceramics. The class will experiment with different decorating styles using patterns, embellishments, and underglaze colors and slips to enhance the work. There will be a deeper tutorial in glazing and decorating techniques to enhance patterns and textures on the students work. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult.

Price:

$315.00

Fri, 9:30 AM, 2h30m

Feb-11 to Mar-18

Linda Taylor

WHEEL105.202

This course is aimed at students who have completed Level 1 and are able to consistently center and throw a cylinder as high as it is wide. This more advanced class will push students to make more technically difficult forms including lidded vessels, bowls and closed in forms. One bag of clay included. Prerequisite: Ability to center and pull walls up consistently, if unsure please contact the school to discuss which class is best suited to you. Ages 16 to adult.

Price:

$315.00

Sat, 1:30 PM, 2h

Feb-12 to Mar-19

James Thorne

TEENADULT105.201

This program is especially fun for a teenager or an adult to experience the challenge and joy of the pottery wheel. The basic Level 1 program is covered with a more indepth program for the returning student. Some materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages:12 to adult.

Price:

$275.00

Sun, 4:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-13 to Mar-20

Andree Pilon-McCullough

WHEEL1.206

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Thu, 4:30 PM, 1h30m

Feb-3 to Mar-10

Emma Gauthier

HANDCHILD.201

A very exciting and enjoyable program for children learning basic handbuilding techniques. Students are encouraged to express their own creativity with each piece. Returning students are given more challenging projects and materials included. Ages 7-13 years

Price:

$190.00

Fri, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-4 to Mar-11

Evelyn Leon

THROWALTER.201

This 6 week class is perfect for students that are looking to push their wheel thrown pieces beyond simple forms. Will start by creating pieces on the wheel and then over the course will manipulate the form and combine with handbuilt elements. Includes learning to design and plan ahead, surface decorating techniques such as Mishima and inlays, and playing with sculptural elements to enhance students' designs and ideas. Prerequisite: Ability to center and pull walls up consistently, if unsure please contact the school to discuss which class is best suited to you. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Sun, 3:30 PM, 1h30m

Feb-6 to Mar-13

Victoria Rodgers

HANDCHILD.203

A very exciting and enjoyable program for children learning basic handbuilding techniques. Students are encouraged to express their own creativity with each piece. Returning students are given more challenging projects and materials included. Ages 7-13 years

Price:

$190.00

Mon, 6:30 PM, 2h30m

Feb-7 to Mar-21 (no classes Feb 21)

Andree Pilon-McCullough

WHEEL1.201

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Wed, 7:00 PM, 2h30m

Feb-9 to Mar-16

James Thorne

WHEEL1.202

This course is an introductory wheel course. Class duration 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. The student will cover the basic techniques for the beginner. You will first learn the art of centering the clay which will allow you make different pot shapes. Trimming a foot onto a pot and surface decoration is covered. Recycled clay is included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adult

Price:

$315.00

Mon, 7:00 PM, 2h30m

Jan-31 to Mar-14

Evelyn Leon

HANDBUILD.202

In this 6 week class the student will learn the basics of handbuilding for both functional and decorative ceramics. The class will experiment with different decorating styles using patterns, embellishments, and underglaze colors and slips to enhance the work. There will be a deeper tutorial in glazing and decorating techniques to enhance patterns and textures on the students work. One bag of clay included. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult.

Price:

$315.00

Mon, 9:00 AM, 2h

Varies

Chantale McGrath

GLAZING.201

An opportunity for currently enrolled students, students from the previous session, or students from the next session to come and glaze their bisqueware. Additional glaze firing fees per pot will be tabulated and payment taken at the end of the session. Limit of 4 clients at a time during each 2 hour block. All surfaces touched must be disinfected at the end of each session.

Price:

$25.00