Private Lessons
Have you been wanting to play with clay, make some custom functional pieces, and relax into a flow state in a calm, supportive environment? Or are you an intermediate potter looking to hone your throwing skills and looking for some personalized instruction? Well then I’ve got just the ticket! I am now offering private lessons tailored to your interest and experience level, with a maximum of two students per class.
You are welcome to bring ideas and inspiration with you, or I can offer direction through guided projects. You will have the opportunity to work on wheel throwing and/or hand building. I also offer lessons on how to use the Strong Arm tool, which is excellent for 1)reducing repetitive motion strain, 2)learning to throw big, and 3)is an adaptive tool which can make wheel work possible for people with arthritis, etc.
We'll work in my cozy studio located in the Piedmont neighborhood of north Portland. Please note my studio is not ADA accessible.
I offer two class session options:
One-off sessions: Ideal for beginner students dipping their toes into ceramics for the first time, you will have two hours of customized class time to work on a project of your choosing. My rate for one-off sessions is $100 per person, maximum of two people. All materials are included including glazes and firing service. Each student can choose one pieces to fire and glaze.
One-month weekly sessions: Two hours a week of customized class time to work on a project of your choosing. Rate: $360 per person per month. Students in 4-week class sessions can purchase clay for $25 per 25# bag, a basic 8-piece tool set for $15, and an optional high-quality Kemper trimming tool for $15 (all clay & tools offered at-cost; students are also welcome to bring their own tools!). All other tools and materials are provided, including glazes and firing service.
