8 Saturdays, 9:45-11:45am

Learn how to use the potter’s wheel and handbuilding techniques to produce unique clay objects. Topics include wedging, centering and wheel throwing, with coiling, slab construction, and glaze applications. This class combines demonstrations and hands-on work sessions. Returning students will be able to concentrate on the wheel or handbuilt construction. For beginners and intermediate students. Includes firing fee.

6 Saturdays, 10:00am-12:30pm

Study with internationally recognized artist Ruth Pettus. Students will focus on developing stronger drawing and painting skills and techniques, with a concentration on intuitive approaches to water-based painting. The course will introduce and explore innovative techniques including: oil pastels with mineral oil, chalk pastels with water and creative work with ink. Concepts will be presented each week for participants to use as a springboard in which to focus on specific areas of concentration. With frequent critiques, students will be encouraged to develop their own direction. Returning students can focus on more individualized projects. Class-size is limited, please register early.

Instructor Ruth Pettus' paintings have been exhibited regionally and internationally. Examples of her 2-D and 3-D work can be viewed online at her website.