5-week course: Oct 20-Nov 24, Sundays 2-4p

This is an online class via zoom.  All classes will be recorded in case you miss any.

The tradition of ceramics dates all the way back to 29,000 BCE. The earliest forms were hand-built and took their shape by the hands of women in the vast majority of cultures across the globe. Shaping and firing clay for purposes of both survival and creative expression may very well be the deepest and widest legacy we have for exploring our collective past as humans. This survey-style class is an opportunity to gain an overview perspective of some of the earliest known traditions of ceramics around the world and how they developed over time. From Chinese Teaware to Pre-Colombian Pots, a wide range of material will be covered. Ceramics has always been rooted in a history strongly connected to the traditions of BIPOC folks and this survey will lean into that. BIPOC students can take this course at a 50% discount. Email cor@gasworksnyc.com for a discount code. Please note the date changes below due to Hurricane Helene.

Week 1, October 20: Old Europe Matrifocal Culture Ceramics w/Kelley Donahue

Week 2, October 27: Chinese tea and teawares w/Lilian Wu

Week 3, November 3: Potters of the Harlem Renaissance w/Nala Turner

Week 4, November 10 or 17: Cypriotic Pots w/Candice Methe

Week 5, November 24: Psychedelic Pre-Columbian Pots w/Julissa Llosa Vite

***For those interested who want to make work while taking the class and are experienced potters, there is an option that will allow you 6 weeks of studio time, clay, and the ability to fire at our studio (but not greenware shelf storage in the studio).***