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Gloucester Pottery School is growing its number of programs and ways it serves our community.  If you are involved with an organization and would like to partner with us on a program please reach out. 2025 Demonstrating Artists October 24-26 2025 Gloucester Pottery School is growing its number of programs and ways it serves our community. If you are involved with an organization and would like to partner with us on a program please reach out. Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, I grew up in North Vancouver playing in forests always enchanted by their beauty. The tall trees, varied grasses, wildflowers, water polished rocks, and majestic mountain ranges of BC are my inspiration. The organic earthy colour tones I need to work with are enhanced by my favorite type of kiln firing. Salt Firing creates textured and varying tones capturing light within the surface. The outcome with each piece unique, enhanced by the unpredictable nature of the process. Since childhood I have always known I would be a potter and realize how blessed I have been to continually grow and create work that comes from within. I strive to make dishes that are comfortable to hold and use every day with a calming presence. Sculptural pieces strong in form that enrich the space they contain. http://www.cathijefferson.com/ Cathi Jefferson Marissa Y Alexander is a ceramic artist based in Hamilton, Ontario. She holds a BA in Sociology from McMaster University and an Advanced Diploma in Craft and Design (Ceramics) from Sheridan College. Marissa completed her MFA in Ceramic Art at The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, and has previously served as a full-time Artist-In-Residence at Harbourfront Centre. Marissa has gained recognition for her ceramics, receiving various awards while exhibiting both nationally and internationally. https://www.marissaya.com/ IG https://www.instagram.com/marissaya_/ Marissa Y Alexander Heather Lepp is an artist and educator originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She received her BFA from the University of Manitoba in 2016, and her MFA from West Virginia University in 2024. In addition to formal education, she apprenticed with four professional potters across North America from 2016-2020. In 2019 she was an artist in residence at Medalta, and in 2023 she was a summer resident at the Red Lodge Clay Center. She has taught at numerous art centers and exhibited her work across Canada and the United States. In 2025 she was awarded emerging artist of the year in Ceramics Monthly. Currently, she is a long-term resident at the Clay Studio of Missoula. https://www.heatherleppceramics.com/ IG https://www.instagram.com/heatherlepp/ Heather Lepp

Child Handbuilding - Thurs 4:30pm Façonnage pour enfants jeu 16h30 Mariska Henderson Bilingual / Bilingue Thursday/jeudi 4:30 PM 6:00 PM 10/30/2025 12/04/2025 209 Register – Inscrire 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 yearsUn programme très excitant et agréable pour les enfants. Ceux-ci auront la chance de créer des objets de leurs mains tout en apprenant des techniques de base. Les étudiants seront encouragés à exprimer leur créativité avec chaque pièce. Les étudiants qui ont déjà prit le cours pourront travailler sur des projets plus complexes et matériels incluents. 7-13 ans. $

Gloucester Pottery School is accepting entries for Canadian Queer Ceramics Exhibition to be held June - August 2025 Canadian Queer Ceramics Exhibition Gloucester Pottery School is accepting entries for Canadian Queer Ceramics Exhibition. This exhibition will be held in the Dust Evan's Gallery. Exhibition will be up for Pride Month and Ottawa Pride. All items must be for sale. 75% of sales are retained by the artist. There is no fee to enter Up to 3 entries per person Entries must primarily be made of clay Open to Queer Canadian artists and queer artists living in Canada at the time of the exhibition Delivery or shipping to Gloucester Pottery School is the responsibility of the artist Unsold works will be the responsibility of Gloucester Pottery School to return to the artist Work will be displayed in the gallery and will be viewable online and available for sale. Sold items will be available after the exhibition ends Entry Deadline: April 21st Notification: April 26th Arrive at GPS by: May 26 Exhibition Dates: June 1 - Aug 31st Entry Form First Name Last Name Email Address Website (include http://) Instagram (include http://www.instagram.com/) Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Entry 1 Entry 1 Title Entry 1 Dimensions Entry 1 Description Entry 1 Image Select File Max File Size 15MB Entry 1 Detail Image Select File Max File Size 15MB Entry 2 Entry 2 Title Entry 2 Dimensions Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Entry 2 Description Entry 2 Image Select File Max File Size 15MB Entry 2 Detail Image Select File Max File Size 15MB Entry 3 Entry 3 Title Entry 3 Dimensions Entry 3 Description Entry 3 Image Select File Max File Size 15MB Entry 3 Detail Image Select File Max File Size 15MB Submit

One Night on Wheel Fri Nov 28 @ 6:30pm Une nuit sur la tour Emma Gauthier Bilingual / Bilingue Friday/vendredi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 11/28/2025 99 Register – Inscrire 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. What to expect: - The first 20-30 minutes will be a demonstration - The next 1 to 2 hours will be spent throwing pots on the wheel – the whole class together at first so the instructor can ensure everyone’s successful first pot, and then students can continue at their own pace - The last 20-30 minutes the student will be instructed on how to clean their work stations – an important part of the pottery making process to maintain a safe and healthy studio environment After the workshop our technicians will trim and fire your pieces and they will be ready for you to pick up in 3 weeks. This workshop is open to clients 16 years and older. No previous experience required. All materials included. $99 +HST each. Come and relax while experiencing the joy of clay. Êtes-vous intéressez à essayer la poterie sur le tour? Voici votre chance de profiter d'une soirée découverte sur le tour, dans un atelier de deux heures et demi. À quoi s'attendre : - Les 20 à 30 premières minutes seront consacrées à une démonstration. - Les 1 à 2 heures suivantes seront consacrées au tournage des pots. Au début, toute la classe se réunira pour que l'instructeur puisse s'assurer que chacun réussisse son premier pot. Ensuite, les élèves pourront continuer à leur rythme. - Les 20 à 30 dernières minutes, les élèves apprendront à nettoyer leur poste de travail, une étape importante du processus de poterie pour maintenir un environnement d'atelier sain et sécuritaire. Les projets seront émaillés et cuits pour les participants et ils seront prêts à être récupérés trois semaines plus tard. Venez et vous détendre tout en découvrant la joie de l'argile. Cet atelier est ouvert aux clients de 16 ans et plus. Aucune expérience préalable requise. Matériels inclus. 99$ pour chaque. $

Wheel Level 1 - Wed 6:30pm Tour niveau 1 mer 18h30 Emma Gauthier Bilingual / Bilingue Wednesday/mercredi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 11/05/2025 12/10/2025 359 Register – Inscrire 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. Materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adultCe cours est une introduction en profondeur du cours sur le tour. La durée du cours est de 2,5 heures pendant 6 semaines consécutives. L'étudiant apprendra les techniques de base pour débutant. Il apprendra en premier l'art de centrer l'argile, ce qui vous permettra de fabriquer différentes formes de pots. Il étudiera le tournassage d'un pied sur un pot et la décoration en surface. Jusqu'à 6 à 8 pièces peuvent être fabriquées pendant le cours. Materiaux inclus. Aucun préalable n'est requis. Ages 16 + $

Wheel Level 1.5 - Wed 10:00am Tour niveau 1.5 mer 10h00 Londe McClelland English / Anglais Wednesday/mercredi 10:00 AM 12:30 PM 11/05/2025 12/10/2025 359 Register – Inscrire 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. Prerequisite: At least one level 1 and 1+ wheel class. Ability to center and pull walls up consistently, if unsure please contact the school to discuss which class is best suited to you. 10kg of clay included, with more available for purchase. Ages 16 to adult.Ce cours est pour les étudiants qui ont terminé le niveau 1 et sont capables de centrer et de tourner systématiquement un cylindre aussi haut que large. Cette classe plus avancée poussera les étudiants à créer des formes plus techniquement difficiles. Un sac d'argile inclus. Prérequis: Au moins un cours niveau un. Capacité à centrer et à tirer les murs de manière cohérente, en cas de doute, veuillez contacter l'école pour discuter de la classe qui vous convient le mieux. 10 kg d'argile inclus, avec plus disponible à l'achat.Ages 16 + $

Wheel Level 1 - Thurs 6:30pm Tour niveau 1 jeu 18h30 Londe McClelland English / Anglais Thursday/jeudi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 11/06/2025 12/11/2025 359 Register – Inscrire 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. Materials included. No prerequisite is required. Ages 16 to adultCe cours est une introduction en profondeur du cours sur le tour. La durée du cours est de 2,5 heures pendant 6 semaines consécutives. L'étudiant apprendra les techniques de base pour débutant. Il apprendra en premier l'art de centrer l'argile, ce qui vous permettra de fabriquer différentes formes de pots. Il étudiera le tournassage d'un pied sur un pot et la décoration en surface. Jusqu'à 6 à 8 pièces peuvent être fabriquées pendant le cours. Materiaux inclus. Aucun préalable n'est requis. Ages 16 + $

Parent and Me Handbuilding - Sun 12:30pm Façonnage - parent et moi dim 12h30 Victoria Rodgers Bilingual / Bilingue Sunday/dimanche 12:30 PM 2:00 PM 11/09/2025 12/07/2025 158 Register – Inscrire A wonderful way to share 5 special weeks with your child or grandchild. Each participant will register separately to create an individual clay project while learning about handbuilding pottery techniques such as: pinch pots, slab or coil building, and slump molds. Cost is per person - adults and children each make their own projects - and includes materials. Please note that each adult cannot register more than two children - the parent/guardian role is to have fun making their own project while also assisting their child with the steps as instructed by your teacher. For more than two children, an extra parent/guardian must register as well. Course is open for ages 6 years to adult. Adulte et enfant aurant l'experience speciale ensemble pour 5 semaines avec ces ateliers de poteries. Adulte et enfant seront encouragés à exprimer leur créativité avec chaque pièce. Chaque personne va inscriver individuellement pour créer un projet d'argile individuel tout en apprenant les techniques de poterie de façonnage à la main tels que: pots pincés, construction par plaques ou par colombins, extrusions, et moulage. Coût est pour chaque personne - les adultes et les enfants réalisent chacun leurs propres projets - et comprend du matériel. Veuillez noter que chaque adulte ne peut pas enregistrer plus de deux enfants - le rôle parent / gardien est de s'amuser à faire son propre projet tout en aidant son enfant avec les étapes comme indiqué par votre professeur. Pour plus de deux enfants, un parent / gardien supplémentaire doit également s'inscrire. Le cours est ouvert aux enfants de 6 ans à l'adulte $

Glazing Session - Wed Nov 5 @ 10am-12pm Session d'emaillage English / Anglais Wednesday/mercredi 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 11/05/2025 40 Register – Inscrire An opportunity for experienced active students who have taken at least one full session including glazing at Gloucester Pottery School to come and glaze the bisqueware they could not complete during class. There is no instructor for this session. Additional glaze firing fees per pot will be tabulated and payment taken at the end of the session. Limit of 6 clients at a time during each 2 hour block. Please note our glazes are specifically formulated to be used with our own clay bodies in our own kilns. Pots made from clay purchased outside of our studio will not be permitted.Une opportunité pour les étudiants actifs ayant au moins une session d'expérience en émaillage avec l'ecole de poterie Gloucester de venir glacer les pots qu'ils n'ont pas pu réaliser en cours. Il n'y a aucune instructeur our cette session. Les frais supplémentaires de cuisson de glaçage par pot seront calculés et le paiement prélevé à la fin de la session. Limite de 6 clients à la fois pendant chaque bloc de 2 heures. Veuillez noter que nos glacures sont spécialement formulés pour être utilisés avec nos propres d'argile dans nos propres fours. Les pots en argile achetés à l?extérieur de notre studio ne seront pas autorisés. $

Private Lessons Request Form Please fill out the form below to request a private lesson. We will get back to you with availability based on the information below, instructor and studio availability. Gloucester Pottery School has limited availability for lessons as we have a large number of classes, workshops and parties already scheduled. First Name Last Name Email What would you like to learn in the private lesson? Thanks for submitting! Send Number of Participants What technique would you like? * Required Wheel Throwing Handbuilding Other What is your previous pottery/clay experience? When are you available for private Lessons Weekday Daytime Weekday Evening Weekend Daytime Weekend Evening Are you looking for a one time lesson or possibly recurring lessons?

Gloucester Pottery School offers a very large selection of 6 week classes over 6 terms each year. Kids handbuilding, Adult wheel throwing, adult handbuilding, teen wheel throwing, parent and me classes, open studio classes and more! Register! Get your hands dirty and explore your creativity at Gloucester Pottery School this year! Register for: Register for Classes Register for Workshops Register for One Night Workshops Register for Children's Summer Camps Order Take Home Kits Register for Teen and AdultSummer Camps

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