Handmade Pottery Classes

A soul-satisfying pottery course focusing on the fundamentals of the potter's wheel. Also covered are the basics of glazing and surface decoration. Students will hone their skills, transforming their own ideas into finished pottery. Cone 6 stoneware firing will be explored. Suitable for all levels:  total beginners as well as those with previous basic/intermediate and advanced experience.

Spring Pottery Classes 2024

If you would like to register for a class, please let me know which class you would like to attend (day and A,B,D) at mc@michaelcollins.ca, please include your phone number,  I will contact you to confirm if space is available.

10 weeks   3-Hour classes  30 hours' instruction, glaze, materials and firing included.

Classes

A  Monday Evening    7 - 10 pm   May 13 - July 15 (There is a class May 20)

B  Tuesday Morning   9:30 - 12:30   May 14 - July 16

D  Wednesday Evening    7 - 10 pm   May 15 - July 17

$ 422.00 course fee plus 54.86 HST $476.86           Clay $40.00 per bag plus 5.20 HST 45.20

$ 522.06 Total for course and first bag of clay 

Payment is required in full to confirm registration. Payment by E-Transfer, Cheque or Cash. Fees are non-refundable unless class is cancelled. Send e-transfer to: mc@michaelcollins.ca

Any questions, please call Michael at 519-221-2976 or e-mail mc@michaelcollins.ca The studio is located at 13 Helen Ave., Kitchener  The studio and washroom are not wheelchair accessible. Students will bring their own towel and apron; all tools are provided. Additional clay may be purchased as needed; only clay purchased at the studio may be used.

Michael Collins

A professional potter and teacher for 47 years

Michael was on the faculty of the Dundas Valley School of Art and the Cambridge Centre for the Arts 2002 - 2022. In addition, he shares his enthusiasm, knowledge and expertise by teaching workshops internationally at potters’ guilds and schools.