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- Glazing Sessions | Gloucester Pottery School
Register Now Get your hands dirty and explore your creativity at Gloucester Pottery School this year! COVID 19 - In order to safely run the Gloucester Pottery School programs, everyone entering the premises must wear a mask that covers the nose, mouth and chin. If they have a temperature, cough or other COVID symptoms, they cannot enter the GPS premises. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Register for One Night on The Wheel Class Register for 6 Week Courses Day of the Week Term Reset (show all classes) Glazing Sessions
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Register Now Get your hands dirty and explore your creativity at Gloucester Pottery School this year! Please note that the updates below indicating if a course is full or almost full are done manually. To confirm course availability please visit the registration page. We have added this feature to assist you in finding classes with openings but it is not updated immediately when a course fills. Early Spring Courses
- Wheel Level 1.5 - Wed 6:30pm
Wheel Level 1.5 - Wed 6:30pm Tour niveau 1.5 pour adultes mer 18h30 Londe McClelland English / Anglais Wednesday/Mercredi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 5/14/2025 6/18/2025 344 Register – Inscrire This course is aimed at students who have completed at least one Level 1 (multiple would be preferable) 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 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 + $
- Handbuilding - General Thurs 6:30pm
Handbuilding - General Thurs 6:30pm Façonnage pour adultes - générale jeu 18h30 Vanessa Villarreal English / Anglais Thursday/jeudi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 7/10/2025 8/14/2025 344 Register – Inscrire 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. 10kg of clay included, with more available for purchase. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult. Please bring an apron to protect your clothes.Dans ce cours de 6 semaines, l'instructeur montrera la base du façonnage pour la céramique à la fois utilitaire et décorative. Le groupe expérimentera aves les styles de décoration, en se servant de motifs, d'appliqués et de couleurs de sous glaçures et d'engobe pour améliorer leur travail. Il y aura des travaux dirigés approfondis sur les techniques de glaçure et de décoration pour rehausser les motifs et les textures sur les travaux des étudiants. 10 kg d'argile inclus, avec plus disponible à l'achat. Aucun pré-requis. À partir de 16 ans. $
- Wheel Level 1+ Tues 6:30pm
Wheel Level 1+ Tues 6:30pm Tour niveau 1+ pour adultes mar 18h30 Londe McClelland English / Anglais Tuesday/mardi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 7/15/2025 8/19/2025 344 Register – Inscrire 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 adultCe cours est pour les étudiants qui ont pris le tour de niveau 1 et qui ont une compréhension de base du tourner, mais qui souhaitent se concentrer sur l'amélioration de leur capacité à centrer et à tourner de manière cohérente. Durée du cours: 2,5 heures pendant 6 semaines consécutives. Le cours couvrira les principes fondamentaux du tourner, du centrage, etc. L'argile recycle incluents. Prérequis: Tour Niveau 1. 16-adulte $
- Wheel Level 1 - Mon 6:30pm
Wheel Level 1 - Mon 6:30pm Tour niveau 1 lun 18h30 Londe McClelland English / Anglais Monday/Lundi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 5/12/2025 6/23/2025 344 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 2 Tues 6:30pm
Wheel Level 2 Tues 6:30pm Tour niveau 2 pour adultes mar 18h30 Laraine Pederson English / Anglais Tuesday/mardi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 7/08/2025 8/14/2025 344 Register – Inscrire In this six week course there is no set curriculum, but rather the experienced student will come with their goals set and the instructor will formulate a project and demonstration plan to help the students achieve these goals - always with a focus on higher quality work. This course is for students who have completed two to three courses on the wheel and who can consistently throw a cylinder, evenly, as high as it is wide. 10kg of clay included, with more available for purchase. Prerequisite Level 1.5. Ages 16 to Adult. Please bring an apron or an old towel to protect your clothes.Dans ce cours de six semaines, il n'y a pas de programme défini, mais plutôt l'étudiant expérimenté viendra avec ses objectifs fixés et l'instructeur formulera un projet et un plan de démonstration pour aider les étudiants à atteindre ces objectifs - toujours en mettant l'accent sur un travail de meilleure qualité. Ce cours s'adresse aux étudiants qui ont terminé deux ou trois cours sur le tour et qui peuvent systématiquement tourner un cylindre aussi haut que large. 10 kg d'argile inclus, avec plus disponible à l'achat.. Préalables: Niveau 1.5 $
- Ottawa, Ontario | Pottery Classes for all ages | Gloucester Pottery School
Welcome to Gloucester Pottery School. We are a non-profit school in Ottawa offereing classes and workshops for kids and adults of all skill levels. Ever wanted to learn wheel throwing? Look no further! Courses Birthday Parties Workshops New Clay Conference Visiting Artist Workshops Exhibitions in Dust Evans Gallery Gas Kiln Firings Soda Kiln Firings One Night Workshops And so much more! Speciality programs like How to Set up a Home Studio Pottery Wheel Rentals Custom 3d printed stamps and cookie cutters Register now Register for Summer Camps! Looking for a fun and creative activity in Ottawa? Why not try your hand at pottery! Whether you're a beginner an experienced artist, we offer plenty of classes and workshops for all skill levels. Get your hands dirty and create something beautiful while enjoying a unique and relaxing experience. What Can I do at Gloucester Pottery School? Parties We offer a variety of pottery birthday parties options for kids, teens, and adults. Our school also hosts school groups, team building events, and holiday parties. Come join us for a fun and creative experience! Call us to explore how we can work together on your next event. More Information Workshops Pottery summer camps are a great way to get creative and have fun! Our camps are designed for kids, teens, and adults of all skill levels. Join us this summer for a unique and exciting experience in the world of pottery. Courses Gloucester Pottery School is an incorporated non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors The Gloucester Pottery School is always looking for board member candidates and/or volunteers to help the board with specific tasks (Finance, treasury, legal, governance, strategic thinking, etc.). If you are interested or would like more information please email: kaitlyn@gloucesterpotteryschool.com Room 1 Wheel throwing and handbuilding classroom. Adaptive tables, pottery wheels, custom shelving Room 2 Wheel throwing classroom Room 3 - set up for parties Room 3 all set up for parties. Room 1 Wheel throwing and handbuilding classroom. Adaptive tables, pottery wheels, custom shelving 1/7 Discover your creative side with pottery classes 2024 New Clay Conference Registration is now open for this year's conference. Early Bird tickets available until April 30th. New Clay Conference 2025 Fri, Oct 24 Richcraft Theatre Shenkman Arts Center Buy Tickets
- Handbuilding - General Mon 6:30pm
Handbuilding - General Mon 6:30pm Façonnage pour adultes - générale lun 18h30 Samantha Mottahed English / Anglais Monday/lundi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 7/07/2025 8/18/2025 344 Register – Inscrire 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. 10kg of clay included, with more available for purchase. No prerequisite. Ages 16 to Adult. Please bring an apron to protect your clothes.Dans ce cours de 6 semaines, l'instructeur montrera la base du façonnage pour la céramique à la fois utilitaire et décorative. Le groupe expérimentera aves les styles de décoration, en se servant de motifs, d'appliqués et de couleurs de sous glaçures et d'engobe pour améliorer leur travail. Il y aura des travaux dirigés approfondis sur les techniques de glaçure et de décoration pour rehausser les motifs et les textures sur les travaux des étudiants. 10 kg d'argile inclus, avec plus disponible à l'achat. Aucun pré-requis. À partir de 16 ans. $
- Teen/Adult Wheel 1 Camp Aug 18-22 @1pm-3pm
Teen/Adult Wheel 1 Camp Aug 18-22 @1pm-3pm Camp d'ados/adultes tour niveau 1 18-22 août 13h00-15h00 Sisko Capurro English / Anglais Mon-Fri/lun-ven 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 8/18/2025 8/22/2025 259 Register – Inscrire An intensive 1 week (Monday to Friday) where the student will learn and practice the art of throwing and trimming. This intensive learning environment with daily lessons will not only be fun, but will help build a great foundation for further classes. Beginners are welcome, as well as those with previous experience who are looking to hone their skills. Our technicians will glaze your pots afterwards. Pottery is ready for pick up 3 weeks after camp. Ages 12yrs and up. Materials included.Un camp de roue intensif d'une semaine (lundi a vendredi) où l'étudiant apprendra et pratiquera l'art du tournage. Cet environnement d'apprentissage intensif avec des leçons quotidiennes ne sera pas seulement amusant, mais aidera à construire une excellente base pour d'autres cours. Les débutants sont les bienvenus, ainsi que ceux qui ont une expérience antérieure et qui cherchent à perfectionner leurs compétences. Nos techniciens glaceront ensuite les pots. La poterie est prête à être ramassée 3 semaines après le camp. 12 ans et plus. Matériaux inclus. $
- One Night Handbuilding - Planter - Fri May 30 @ 6:30pm
One Night Handbuilding - Planter - Fri May 30 @ 6:30pm Une nuit de façonnage Vanessa Villarreal English / Anglais Friday/Vendredi 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 5/30/2025 99 Register – Inscrire In this week's workshop, artist Vanessa Villarreal will instruct students how to create a slab-rolled planter or container and embellish it with their own personal narrative. Come create something beautiful and functional! Decorative techniques demonstrated will include the use of underglazes and oxides to adorn and illustrate, appliqué's, texturing, etc.Price includes 2.5 hours of instruction, all materials, tools, and the glazing and firing by our technicians. Projects will be ready for pick up in approximately 3 weeks (participants will be notified via email). This workshop is open to clients 16 years and older, and previous experience with clay is not necessary but it is highly recommended for this unique project.Dans l'atelier de cette semaine, l'artiste Vanessa Villarreal expliquera aux étudiants comment créer un pot de plante ou un contenant et l'embellir avec leur propre récit personnel. Les techniques décoratives démontrées incluront l'utilisation de sous-glacis et d'oxydes pour orner et illustrer, les appliqués, la texturation, etc.Le prix comprend 2,5 heures d'instruction, tous les matériaux, outils ainsi que l'émaillage et la cuisson par nos techniciens. Les projets seront prêts à être récupérés dans environ 3 semaines (les participants seront informés par courriel). Cet atelier est ouvert aux clients de 16 ans et plus, et une expérience préalable avec l'argile n'est pas nécessaire mais elle est fortement recommandée pour ce projet unique. $
- Teen/Adult Wheel 1.5 Jul 28-Aug 1 @ 10am-12pm
Teen/Adult Wheel 1.5 Jul 28-Aug 1 @ 10am-12pm Camp d'ados/adultes tour niveau 1.5 28 juillet-1 août 10h00-12h00 Emma Gauthier Bilingual / Bilingue Mon-Fri/lun-ven 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 7/28/2025 8/01/2025 259 Register – Inscrire A 1 week wheel camp (Monday to Friday) where the experienced student will have a week-long intensive week to practice and hone their skills. Emphasis will be placed on improving technique and form. Prerequisite: At least one wheel level 1 course. Our technicians will glaze your pots afterwards. Pottery is ready for pick up 3 weeks after camp. Ages 12yrs and up. Materials included.Un camp de tour d'une semaine (du lundi au vendredi) où les étudiants expérimentés bénéficieront d'une semaine intensive de pratique et de perfectionnement. L'accent sera mis sur l'amélioration de la technique et de la forme. Prérequis : avoir suivi au moins un cours de tour niveau 1. Nos techniciens émailleront ensuite vos pots. Les poteries sont prêtes à être récupérées 3 semaines après le stage. À partir de 12 ans. Matériel inclus. $