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Clay • Adult • Level II Hand-building • Thu (Oct. 23 - Dec. 18) • $295 • HILL
with Margaret Josey-Parker
For students of all levels who want to focus on taking their hand-building techniques to the next level.
Learn about the various hand-building tools, create functional and sculptural pieces, and work on a variety of decoration practices.
Ages: 16+
Class meets weekly on THURSDAYS for 8 weeks.
Note: This class will meet at the Hill location at 1010 Aurora Avenue. You will only have open lab access at the same studio as your class.
Does NOT include Firing Fees. For details on our Firing Fees, please click here: https://www.groundworksartlab.org/firing-fees
All pieces will be fired to Cone 6 in a reduction kiln.
No class the week of Thanksgiving (Nov. 24 - Nov. 30)
Will be available to register on Monday, September 22 at 8:00am.
Clay • Adult • Holiday Decorations 6B • Tue (Nov. 18 - Dec. 16 ) • $135 • EAST
with Ella Merynk
Bring the holidays to life!
In this all-levels class, learn how to use slabs, coils, and pinching to make one-of-a-kind holiday decorations to cherish in your home for years to come. Each week the instructor will come prepared with a different holiday themed project, but feel free to bring your own ideas!
This class takes place at Groundworks East at 3063 E. Sterling Circle, Boulder, CO
This class meets weekly for 4 weeks on TUESDAYS
Class does NOT include additional open lab time or clay. All work must be completed during class time.
Ages 16+
No class the week of Thanksgiving (Nov. 24 - Nov. 30)
Will be available to register on Monday, September 22 at 8:00am.
Clay • Adult • Whimsical Mugs 6B • Tue (Nov. 18 - Dec. 16 ) • Pay What You Can • HILL
with Eduardo Sanchez Flores
Learn how to build mugs with a twist of whimsy!
Add a twist of whimsy to each one-of-a kind mug in this class. Start by learning how to build a mug with slabs, followed by demos on how to make your mug come alive - facial features, handles, decoration, color - all in high fire clay. Create a fun companion for morning coffee or afternoon tea.
This class takes place at Groundworks HILL at 1010 Aurora Ave., Boulder, CO
This class meets weekly for 4 weeks on TUESDAYS.
Class does NOT include additional open lab time or clay. All work must be completed during class time.
Ages: 16+
This class is Pay What You Can with a suggested price of $135
No class the week of Thanksgiving (Nov. 24 - Nov. 30)
Will be available to register on Monday, September 22 at 8:00am.
Clay • Adult • Level II Wheel • MON (Jan. 5 - Feb. 23) • $295 • HILL
with Samantha Shaw
This class is great for students who already have some experience with clay and are looking to take the next step.
The demonstrations for this class go beyond the basics. Students will learn how to make more complex forms and techniques including: altered forms, lidded jars, throwing off-the-hump, sgraffito, and more.
(Please check the class prerequisites before enrolling)
Ages: 16+
Class meets weekly on MONDAYS
Note: This class will meet at the Hill location at 1010 Aurora Avenue. You will only have open lab access at the same studio as your class.
Does NOT include Firing Fees. For details on our Firing Fees, please click here: https://www.groundworksartlab.org/firing-fees
All pieces will be fired to Cone 6 in a reduction kiln.
Will be available to register on Monday, December 8 at 8:00am.
Clay • Adult • Intro to Sculpture • MON (Jan. 5 - Feb. 23) • $270 • EAST
with Jimmie White
This beginner-friendly course invites students to explore the creative possibilities of clay through sculptural handbuilding techniques. Participants will learn the fundamentals of coil, slab, and pinch construction while gaining confidence in shaping three-dimensional forms. The course also introduces surface design methods such as carving, texturing, and glazing to enhance finished pieces. Whether you're interested in making abstract forms, figures, or decorative objects, this class provides a supportive space to develop your skills and express yourself through clay. No prior experience is needed. All are welcome.
This class takes place at Groundworks EAST 3063 Sterling Circle, Boulder, CO. The EAST studio has a separate classroom for the hand-building class.
PLEASE NOTE: This 8-week class runs for 2.5 hours each class. You will not have access to the studio outside of the scheduled class time and all work will be completed during class time. You will also not have access to our other locations.
Ages: 16+
Class meets weekly on MONDAYS
All pieces will be fired to Cone 6 in an oxydation kiln.
Will be available to register on Monday, December 8 at 8:00am.
Clay • Adult • Level III Wheel • MON (Jan. 5 - Feb. 23) • $305 • HILL
with Chris Grandinetti
This class is focused towards intermediate/advanced students that want to learn more technical skills and studio processes.
The demonstrations for this class will show more advanced techniques, such as how to make larger and more complicated pieces. You will learn more about materials and different processes. Students with individual learning goals or special projects are welcome to join this class.
(Please check the class prerequisites before registering for this class.)
Ages: 16+
Class meets weekly on MONDAYS
Note: This class will meet at the Hill location at 1010 Aurora Avenue. You will only have open lab access at the same studio as your class.
All pieces will be fired to Cone 6 in a reduction kiln.
Does NOT include Firing Fees. For details on our Firing Fees, please click here: https://www.groundworksartlab.org/firing-fees
Will be available to register on Monday, December 8 at 8:00am.
Clay • Adult • Level I Wheel • MON (Jan. 5 - Feb. 23) • $285 • MAIN
with Carleigh Crockett
For students that have never touched clay to those still learning the basics.
This class will cover the basic “how tos” of pottery. Students will learn the foundations of throwing, including how to confidently center, pull, and trim pots on the wheel. The class will also cover basic glazing techniques, attaching handles, and how to track your pieces through the studio.
Ages: 16 and above
Class meets weekly on MONDAYS
Note: This class will meet at the MAIN location at 3750 Canfield Street. You will only have open lab access at the same studio as your class.
Does NOT include Firing Fees. For details on our Firing Fees, please click here: https://www.groundworksartlab.org/firing-fees
All pieces will be fired to Cone 6 in a reduction kiln.
Will be available to register on Monday, December 8 at 8:00am.
Crossover (Clay/Wood/Metal/Print) • Adult • Exploring Through Spoons - Spoon Sampler • MON (Jan. 5 - Jan. 26) • $240 • MAIN
with Ella Mernyk
Big spoon or little spoon? You don't have to pick in our very first 4-studio crossover class: Exploring Through Spoons!
In this 4-week class, you'll get a lightning fast introduction to our Clay, Wood, Metal, and Print studios. Each week, the students will be in a different studio learning the material through the ancient practice of spoon making (seriously, spoons are, like, 3,000 years old)! Weeks 1-3 will be spent making physical spoons through hand-building in clay, carving out of wood, and forging in metal. The last week will be spent learning linocut to make a one-of-kind print of their spoons, culminating in a display of craftsmanship for the ages.
Ages: 16+
This class takes place at Groundworks Main at 3750 Canfield St.
This class does NOT include extra open lab time. All work must be completed during class time.
Will be available for registration Monday, December 8th at 8:00am.