{"title":"Handbuilding Classes","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet hands-on with clay using hand-building techniques at The Clay Commons in Hood River. From pinch pots and coiling to slab work, our hand-building classes let you create bowls, mugs, sculptures, and more — no wheel required. Perfect for all experience levels, drop-in sessions available.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spots-added-monday-7am-handbuilding-mixed-level-6-weeks-tuesdays-6-8-30","title":"HANDBUILDING \/ TUESDAYS 6-8:30 \/ MIXED LEVEL \/ 6 WEEKS","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"300\" data-start=\"144\"\u003eHandbuilding: Pinch, Coil, Slab mixed level class\u003cbr data-end=\"175\" data-start=\"172\"\u003eSept 29-Nov 3 \/ Tuesdays \/ 6-8:30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"494\" data-start=\"302\"\u003eThis relaxed and creative class is a great fit for total beginners as well as returning students looking to deepen their skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"809\" data-start=\"496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"496\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"521\" data-start=\"518\"\u003eIn this 6 week series, students will learn the foundational techniques of handbuilding with clay—pinching, coiling, and slab construction. 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Using a combination of pinching, coiling, and\u003cbr\u003eslab-building techniques, students will create pieces that range from functional pottery to sculptural vessels.\u003cbr\u003eThere will be a strong emphasis on surface design, I will walk students through my creative process and guide them on how to sculpt various figurative details. Students will be encouraged to explore a wide range of surface design approaches in their work, not limited to the human form.\u003cbr\u003eKate believes that playing with sculpting the human form brings spirit, life and whimsy into the craft. The goal of this class is for students to build upon their existing ceramic knowledge and to have fun playing with the beauty and life that surface design brings to a piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"809\" data-start=\"496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"1076\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1099\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"1099\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1121\" data-start=\"1101\"\u003e25 lb. bag of clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1124\"\u003eInstructional time with an experienced ceramic artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1180\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003eAccess to 10+ studio glazes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1245\" data-start=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1245\" data-start=\"1214\"\u003eUse of shared community tools (basic tool kits are required)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1295\" data-start=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1295\" data-start=\"1248\"\u003e4 hours of optional open studio time per week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1296\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1359\" data-start=\"1298\"\u003eAdditional practice hours available at $15 per 2-hour block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1447\" data-start=\"1361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1377\" data-start=\"1361\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1377\"\u003ePersonal hand tools are required and can be purchased during class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1480\" data-start=\"1449\"\u003eOpen Studio Practice Hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1483\" data-start=\"1480\"\u003eMonday: 4 – 8 \u003cbr data-end=\"1506\" data-start=\"1503\"\u003eThursday: 4 – 8 \u003cbr data-end=\"1528\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eFriday: 10-2 \u003cbr data-end=\"1549\" data-start=\"1546\"\u003eSaturday:10-2 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1728\" data-start=\"1573\"\u003eWhether you're just getting started or want to take your handbuilding to the next level, this class offers a welcoming space to learn, create, and connect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Clay Commons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46519030808773,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/1927\/7875\/files\/3_92b63026-dd69-4fb9-a37d-e09d55493558.png?v=1785091118"}],"url":"https:\/\/theclaycommons.com\/collections\/handbuilding-classes.oembed","provider":"The Clay Commons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}