SLIP, CAST, MOLD: ACTION (Nov/Dec)
Beginner | 5Week Class | West Oakland | Enrollment opens 10/5 at 11AM!
Service Description
Intro to Moldmaking + Slipcasting! Saturdays 11AM - 2PM November 14th - December 19th **There will be no class the week of Thanksgiving!** Instructor: Natalia Porter **Please note that the plaster mixing portion of this class will take place outside.** Learn the basics of slip casting in this hands-on 5-week introduction to mold making and ceramic casting! *Basic ceramic experience required.* Students will learn how to create simple one-part plaster molds, prepare and pour casting slip, and explore how plaster, clay, and time work together to create repeatable forms. Week 1 — Introduction to Slip Casting + Plaster Molds Week 2 — Pouring Slip + Casting Basics Week 3 — Casting + Refining Week 4 — Color + Mason Stains Week 5 — Glazing + Finishing **Included** Plaster Casting slip N95 Disposable Masks (if you have your own reusable N95 please bring that! Students will leave the course with: Multiple one-part plaster molds A collection of slip-cast pieces Experience mixing and coloring casting slip with Mason stains Basic glazing experience A foundation for continuing into more complex multi-part molds and casting techniques
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Fees & class schedule: Class fees cover instructed class time (as listed in specific class schedule), use of tools and equipment, open studio hours, studio glazes and firing up to 25 lbs of clay. Additional work may be fired for a fee. Pottery class fees include 25 lbs of clay Classes are subject to change if minimum student quota isn't met (7 students). Class switches will only be available 1 week prior to the commencement of classes and based on the capacity of classes at time of request. Attendance: It is mandatory for all students who are new to the studio attend the first week of classes. No “make-up” classes are given but you're more than welcome to drop-in on another session if there is an opening or absence. For Adult classes, Kids must be 14-years old or older Personal belongings: Any items left behind 30-days after last class may be discarded without notice. Refund policy: Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refund or Credit (minus $20 processing fee) if a request for refund is received TWO WEEKS and only two weeks before the start of a class. Credit (no refund) with less the 48 hour notice ONLY if your spot can be filled. No refunds or credits after attending 1st class. Classes missed due to failure to attend, planned absences, minor illnesses or vacations will not be credited for future classes. One-Time class registrations such as Drop-In Clay or Friday Night Clay are considered final ONE WEEK before start of class. Open studio hours for students: Monday- Friday: 10AM-6PM Saturday: 10AM-7PM Sunday 10AM-7:30PM (Hours subjected to change upon five days' notice)
Contact Details
1733 Peralta St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
WestOakland@clayroomsf.com