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An Incredible January
Class Line Up!

Don't delay, register today! 

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An Intro to Clay!
 

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A Great Introduction to:
Hand-building
Sculpture
Wheel Throwing

 

Instructor: Sonja Hinrichsen

Wednesdays 9:00AM-12:00PM

Eight Weeks Beginning January 7th thru February 25th 

 HURRY, ONLY 1 OPENING LEFT!  

This class is the perfect class for all who seek to discover the many possibilities of creating with clay! We'll explore an array of hand-building techniques, and you'll be introduced to wheel throwing, and more! The class, taught by an accomplished ceramicist and TCC artist- in-residence, Sonja Hinrichsen, is perfect for those new to clay. Instruction will include learning to coil, pinch, slab-build, and wheel throw. Sonja will make presentations, offer examples, and provide demonstrations.  

Fee includes two optional Open Studios of 3 hours each per week.

$345 per student + clay and tools (if needed)

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or call 575-758-2580 

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Slab and Screen!

Instructor: Byron Ashley

Wednesdays 1:00PM-4:00PM

Eight Weeks Beginning January 7th thru February 25th 

  A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD NEW SKILLS!  

 Don't delay, REGISTER today! 

In this class, you will make a variety of slab built functional-ware including cups, platters, butter dishes and salt and pepper shakers. Then you'll learn how to transform the surface of your clay works using screenprinting and underglaze! The instructor, Byron Ashley, is an expert in this area and will guide you through the process of creating multi-colored images using various screen-printing techniques such as newsprint transfers and direct printing onto clay slabs. Whether you like to paint, draw or design patterns, this class playfully blends 2D and 3D elements together! All levels of experience welcome.

Fee includes two optional Open Studio sessions of 3 hours per week.

$355 per student + clay and tools (if needed)

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or CALL 575.758.2580 

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Hand Building

and sculpture techniques!
Pinch, Coil, Slab and More!

Instructor: Byron Ashley

Mondays 3:00PM-6PM

Eight Weeks Beginning January 12th thru March 2nd

SOLD OUT, WAITLIST ONLY! (Or try Slab and Screen!)

Byron Ashley brings his many years of experience in clay to the TCC. Byron will be teaching the basics of pinching, coiling, slab building and more sculptural techniques such as solid and hollowing. Learn how to transform the surface of your clay vessels with sprig and press molds, slip trailing and sgraffito! Byron will make examples, provide demonstrations and assist artists of all levels of experience. This is sure to be an extraordinary class!!!

Fee includes two optional Open Studios of 3 hours each per week.

Limited to just eight students. Don't delay!

$345 per student + clay and tools (if needed)

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or CALL 575.758.2580 

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All About Surfaces!

Instructor: Rebecca Browning

Thursdays 3:00PM-6:00PM 

Eight Weeks Beginning January 8th thru February 26th 

  Let's go beyond scratching the SURFACE!  

 JUST 1 OPENING LEFT, DON'T DELAY! 

Over and over again we hear students wish that they knew more about surface techniques. Well now's your opportunity! This class will explore many of the options that you have for both wheel thrown and hand-built pieces. We will cover a variety of techniques that will include: sgraffito, mishima, wax and paper resist, terra sig, image transfer, slip trailing, and more. Students will be encouraged to take an in-depth approach to the ceramic surface, to consider how the surface treatment can complement and enhance their form. Intended for those with some basic clay experience. 

Fee includes two optional Open Studios of 3 hours each per week.

Limited to just eight students. Don't delay!

 $345 per student + clay and tools (if needed)

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or calling 575-758-2580

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Beginning Wheel Throwing!

Instructor: Sonja Hinrichsen

Saturdays 10:00AM-1:00PM

Eight Weeks Beginning January 10th thru February 28th

 A hands-on class for those wanting to throw! 

SOLD OUT, WAITLIST ONLY! (Or try INTRO TO CLAY!)

Always wanted to learn wheel throwing? Honestly, who hasn't?  We've designed this class for adults and young adults (16+) with little or no experience AS WELL AS those with some previous experience

(and perfect for those who have not thrown "for years") seeking greater comfort behind the wheel. 

The instructor, Sonja Hinrichsen, is at home at the wheel.This class in not only certain to be great fun but sometimes opens the door to a life in clay!

Fee includes two optional Open Studios of 3 hours each per week.

Limited to just eight students. Don't delay!

 $345 per student + clay and tools (if needed)

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or calling 575-758-2580

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Kid's Intro to Clay!
Ages 6-10

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Instructor: Sonja Hinrichsen

Sundays 12:00PM-2:00PM 

Eight Weeks Beginning January 11th thru March 1st 

   A Fantastic Class for Kids!  

This 8-week class for children from ages 6 to 10 will be geared towards teaching them the basics of what you can do with clay through hand-building! The class will be focused on creativity, success, and having great FUN! All students will have some fun things to take home along with a sense of pride and accomplishment! 

$290 per student, all materials included 

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or CALL 575-758-2580

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Kid's Intro to
Wheel Throwing!!!

Ages 11-14

Instructor: Rebecca Browning

Sundays 2:30PM-4:30PM 

Eight Weeks Beginning January 11th thru March 1st 

First Time Offered!!!

You and your kids have been asking for this class for years. We're excited to now offer it!  This 8-week class for children from ages 11 to 14 will be designed to teach them to learn the basics of wheel-throwing. Everything from wedging clay, to centering, to throwing, to trimming! The class will be focused on learning basic skills, confidence with clay, and having great FUN! 

$310 per student, all materials included. 

Limited to just 6 students.

REGISTER ONLINE BELOW or CALL 575-758-2580

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Please fill out the information below to register for a Fall class! Once submitted, you will receive an invoice from the TCC that MUST be paid within 48 hours to complete your registration and guarantee your place in the class.

PLEASE NOTE: Classes are generally non-refundable. If there is a waitlist and we can fill your cancellation, you will receive an 85% refund. If the TCC should find it necessary to cancel a class, for whatever reason, you will receive a 100% refund.

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