Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Hand & Wheel Basics $432.00 - $-432.00 Class Teachers: Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm: Christopher Williams Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Harmony Skye Sunday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Mohabbat Khatibnia-Mansouri What you will learn Explore the fundamentals of the pottery disciplines of wheelthrowing & handbuilding. Wheelthrowing foundation skills - appropriate wheel speed, centering, coning, opening, pulling up walls, compressing, and shaping. Handbuilding foundation skills - Basic handbuilding construction techniques like coil, pinch, slab, and carving. Preparation basics - clay wedging techniques, recognizing states of clay, purpose, and how to use essential tools. Finishing skills - trimming techniques, glaze basics, surface decoration tools and techniques. What you will make Small cups Small bowls Unique and functional wares Tuition includes Glaze Firing 3 hrs in-class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage in our Bucktown studio and damp box for work-in-progress Late Fall 8-Week Classes Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 21st Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 pm - Begins October 26th Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 21st - $432.00 Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 pm - Begins October 26th - $432.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Hand & Wheel Basics
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Loading... Wheelthrowing I $432.00 - $-432.00 What you will learn Basic Wheelthrowing foundation skills - appropriate wheel speed, centering, coning, opening, pulling up walls, compressing, and shaping your pottery pieces Wheelthrowing preparation basics - clay wedging techniques, recognizing states of clay, purpose, and how to use essential tools on the wheel Finishing skills - trimming techniques, glaze basics, surface decoration tools, and techniques Studio practices - evaluating your work and reclaiming your own clay for reuse and continued practice What you will make Cups and variations Small Bowls Small Vase Forms Tuition includes 10 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage in our Bucktown studio and damp box for work-in-progress ceramics Late Fall 8-Week Classes Monday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 20th Wednesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 22nd Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Begins October 26th Monday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 20th - $432.00 Wednesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 22nd - $432.00 Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Begins October 26th - $432.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Wheelthrowing I
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Loading... Handmade Pottery I $432.00 - $-432.00 What you will learn Create pottery using coiling, pinching, slab building, sculpture, and carving Decorate your ceramics with colored slips using basic surface techniques Come to class with ideas for projects and/or receive prompts and project ideas from your teacher Learn the basics of glazing ceramics, workability stages of clay, managing the drying process, controlling your piece’s edges, and how pieces are fired What you will make Cups Small bowls Small vases Trinket dishes Sculptural planters Tuition includes 10 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage in our Bucktown studio and damp box for work-in-progress Late Fall 8 Week Class Mondays 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 20th Mondays 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 20th - $432.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Handmade Pottery I
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Wheelthrowing II $432.00 - $-432.00 What you will learn Refine your wheelthrowing skills and develop your technique Making matching multiples - sketch a plan and create templates Work larger - increase the amount of clay you throw with and control wall thickness Relationship between internal and external pressure and tools Expand trimming techniques - different foot options Surface design techniques and tools Develop handles through pulling and molding techniques Kiln loading and kiln firing basics What you will make Larger bowls Small pouring vessel Set of mugs Small Plates Nested bowls Tuition includes 10 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress Late Fall 8-Week Classes Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 21st Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 pm - Begins October 26th Tuesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 21st - $432.00 Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 pm - Begins October 26th - $432.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Wheelthrowing II
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Wheelthrowing: Guided Practice $216.00 - $-216.00 What you will learn Practice wheelthrowing independently and perfect your current skill level with a skilled instructor available. Access MADE Chicago's tools, materials, slips, glazes & open studio time. This is a multi-level class! We require beginner-level students to have taken at least one recent wheelthrowing class before enrolling. What you will make Choose your own projects! Tuition includes 5 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress Autumn & Late Fall 4-Week Classes Tuesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins September 16th Thursday 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins September 18th Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins September 20th Tuesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins October 21st Thursday 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins October 23rd Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins October 25th Tuesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins November 18th Thursday 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins November 20th Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins November 22nd Tuesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins September 16th - $216.00 Thursday 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins September 18th - $216.00 Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins September 20th - $216.00 Tuesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins October 21st - $216.00 Thursday 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins October 23rd - $216.00 Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins October 25th - $216.00 Tuesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins November 18th - $216.00 Thursday 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins November 20th - $216.00 Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm - Begins November 22nd - $216.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Wheelthrowing: Guided Practice
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Wheelthrowing III $432.00 - $-432.00 Class Teachers: Monday 6:30 - 9:30 pm: Jayne King What you will learn Expand and control vocabulary of possible forms Throw large forms, combine and alter thrown forms Create two-part vessels with lids Throwing on the hump Alternative trimming techniques Learn glaze-making fundamentals and explore more advanced glaze and surface decoration techniques Develop a body of work from concept to realized forms What you will make Large vase Large pouring vessel Plates & Platters Complex lidded forms Custom-Chosen Projects Tuition includes 10 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs instruction each week Late Fall 8-Week Class Monday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 20 Monday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 20 - $432.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Wheelthrowing III
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Cups, Mugs & Tumblers $216.00 - $-216.00 What you will learn Design and create a custom set of four cups, mugs, or tumblers. Utilize basic handbuilding construction methods, including coiling, pinching, and slab building, to create dishwasher and microwave-safe pieces. Decorate your pieces using surface design techniques, colorful slips, and rich glazes. Choose your projects! Ideas include: Mugs Cups Tumblers Choose your projects! Ideas include: 5 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in-class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress Late Fall 4-Week Classs Thursday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 23rd Wednesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins November 19th Thursday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins October 23rd - $216.00 Wednesday 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Begins November 19th - $216.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Cups, Mugs & Tumblers
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Loading... Table Decor & Serveware $216.00 - $-216.00 What you will learn Create custom handbuilt pieces for serving, hosting, and adorning your kitchen and table. Utilize basic handbuilding construction techniques, such as coiling, pinching, slab-building, and carving. Explore decorating and surface design techniques to personalize your pieces. Choose your projects! Ideas include: Serving trays, platters, charcuterie boards & small dishes. Table accessories such as candlestick holders, napkin rings, spoon rests & bud vases. Tuition includes 5 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in-class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress Autumn & Late Fall 4-Week Classes Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins September 17th Thursdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins September 18th Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins October 22nd Thursdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins November 20th Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins September 17th - $216.00 Thursdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins September 18th - Sold Out Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins October 22nd - $216.00 Thursdays 6:30 - 9:30pm - Begins November 20th - $216.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Table Decor & Serveware
Quick View Sale Loading... Loading... Loading... Loading... Handmade Pottery II $432.00 - $-432.00 What you will learn Combining handbuilding techniques Make bisque molds Designing and working from templates for making multiples Working on larger and more complex forms Surface design using handmade texture tools, underglaze, and slip Kiln loading and firing basics What you will make Large vases Pitchers Set of mugs or cups Plates Lidded box Beginning sculptural forms Tuition includes 10 lbs of clay Glaze Firing 3 hrs in class instruction each week Access to open studio Shelf storage and damp box for work-in-progress Late Fall 8-Week Class Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Begins October 26th Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Begins October 26th - $432.00 Quantity - + You can't add more of this item to the cart Add to cart This item is a recurring or deferred purchase. By continuing, I agree to the cancellation policy and authorize you to charge my payment method at the prices, frequency and dates listed on this page until my order is fulfilled or I cancel, if permitted. View all details Handmade Pottery II