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			Figurative Mosaic Workshop September 4-25, 2010 (Saturdays, 9am-12pm) — This workshop is for students of all levels and will focus on producing a pictorial image in clay. Students will be inspired by a historical overview of Greek, Roman, Italian and contemporary approaches to mosaic design. They will learn how to translate their drawing image to clay, then underglaze and glaze their tiles and learn about the firing process. On the last day of class, students will be able to assemble their mosaic design on a 12 x 24 tile board. Materials fee includes clay, glazes and firing of final sculpture. Visit website				Location: Phoenix, AZ Instructor: Esmeralda DeLaney Sponsor: Shemer Art Center Cost: $180 + $30 Material Fee Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Ceramic Workshop with Suzy Birstein on the Greek Island of Skopelos September 10-26, 2010 — Envision your "Inner Muse" under the creative guidance of ceramist Suzy Birstein - famed artist for the 2008 Academy Awards Nominees - on the enchanting island of Skopelos, Greece. Suzy will continue to share her love of colour, form and Muse, specifically inspired by Greek mythology. Suzy will demonstrate her ceramic hand building techniques combining textures, slabs, coil and pinching to create imaginative and mythologically inspired sculptures, masks and wearable art. Students will have hands on experience creating and discovering their artistic process. After the work is fired, experiment with Suzy's unique multi-surface combinations of fired under glazes and glazes alongside painted and patina surfaces. Visit website				Location: Skopelos, Greece Instructor: Suzy Birstein Sponsor: The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts Cost: $1,800 Email: Jill Somer Phone: 30 24240 24143

			The Magic of Crystalline Glazes Tuscany Style September 11-18, 2010 — Come join us in the hills of beautiful Tuscany at the ceramic school "La Meridiana". Explore handbuilt or wheel-thrown ceramic forms using a porcelain clay body while learning to create a surface receptive to Crystal Glazes. Crystalline glazes have a magical quality. The slightest movement causes light to dance across the surface, revealing layered depths of color and texture in a constantly changing rhythm. The challenge and fascination of this glazing technique is to recreate the process of crystalization that in nature can take thousands of years. Our instructor will also invite us to create unique ceramic jewelry applying this special glaze technique. Students will share housing in the beautiful setting of a traditional Italian villa "Il Testimonio". Visit website				Location: Tuscany, Italy Instructor: Luca Tripaldi Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $2,050 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Pottery & Sculpture Workshop September 25-26, 2010 (10am - 5pm) — Pottery@PhoebesBarn is honored to bring together Sylvia Nicolas & Josh Gold. Saturday, Josh will share his techniques and knowledge with form and throwing. Sunday, Sylvia Nicolas and you will transform your pots to new places that you may never have tried before. Sylvia Nicolas is a fourth generation artist, who studied extensively in Europe, and in the U.S. with painter Rufino Tamayo and sculptor Ossip Zadkine. Her works range from stage sets, 24-foot high stained glass windows for churches to terra cotta sculptures that can be held in one hand to 8 foot sculptures. Josh Gold brings 40 years of experience as a potter/artist with exhibitions from around the country, teaching at several colleges and publication in Ceramics Technical. Visit website				Location: Mont Vernon, NH Instructor: Sylvia Nicolas & Josh Gold Sponsor: Pottery@PhoebesBarn Cost: $295 Email: Janice Shaughnessy Phone: 603-673-3410

			Portrait in Clay October 2, 3, 9, 2010 — This intensive workshop focuses on the anatomy of the face and head, emphasizing bone structure, expression and ethnic differences. With step-by-step instruction, students sculpt a head in Sculpey clay with one-to-one attention and encouragement to explore their own style. This class is suitable for all levels. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Richard Johnson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $245, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			ArtNOW Workshop - Pottery or Painting Retreat in the NC Mountains October 4-8, 2010 (4 nights, 3 full days of instruction, 5 total days) — Our 2010 programming includes two separate workshops with 3 full days of instruction during the Fall art retreat. Run away and join us during the start of peak leaf season for one of the classes in two art genres: Painting and Pottery. We have chosen master instructors to take your art to the next level. Give yourself this time to cater to your creative side and to your art techniques. ArtNOW Workshop's entire mission is to help artists reserve this time to explore new art skills. All welcome! Visit website				Location: Little Switzerland, NC Instructor: Paul Keysar and Scott Cummins Sponsor: Lake Norman Art League Cost: $450 Email: Lee Ann Harrison Phone: 704-654-2523

			Ceramics & Pottery on Santorini October 6-13, 2010 (sessions daily) — Experience the natural drama and beauty of Santorini, Greece while creating pottery and ceramics in the ancient land of the Minoans...and possibly the lost city of Atlantis! This workshop is for beginners to advanced artists interested in working in a variety of forms including raku, hand-built and wheel-thrown methods. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to learn about and to view examples of "theraic" ceramics recovered from Akrotiri, an excavation site which had been buried under meters of valcanic ash over 3500 years ago...Greece's "Pompei". Visit website				Location: Santorini, Greece Instructor: Andreas Makaris & Kristi Kapetanaki Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: from US$2399.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Holiday Mudslingers - Ages 5 & Up October 6 - November 3, 2010 (Wednesdays, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM) — Ceramic Artist Jo Sebern's goal for this class is for students to enjoy themselves while developing their artistic ability using the three dimensional medium of clay. Each student will take home several finished pieces with a seasonal theme. Classes 1 & 2 are building, classes 3 & 4 are glazing, and class 5 is a Raku experience. It is highly recommended that students attend all classes in order to complete the projects. Cost includes materials and firing fees. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Jo Sebern Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $60 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Hand Building in Ceramics October 6 - November 10, 2010 (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9 pm) — This is a great class for all interested in ceramic construction. All skill levels welcome. In this fun, hands on course, students new to the clay media will enjoy learning a variety of traditional ceramic sculpting techniques from carving to modeling and construction techniques like coil and slab. Students will also learn glazing applications. Projects will require each student to explore their own personal creativity. The experienced ceramic student will enjoy being involved in an active instructor led studio where they too can develop and build upon their skills working at their own pace. Students will learn about the various types of clay but will be required to use Earthenware and related glazes. Visit website				Location: Sarasota, FL Instructor: Peter Rampson Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $245, Register by Sept. 10 to save $10 Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Sculpting Clay Botanicals October 8, 9, 23, 2010 (Fridays & Saturdays, 9am-3pm) — This workshop will enable students of all levels to make a water-based clay botanical sculpture. The forms can stand alone or be used as elements of assemblage sculpture. During the first two days, students will make clay floral forms using primarily slab and coil techniques. The sculptures will dry and go through the first (bisque) firing during the following two weeks. On the last day of the workshop, students will add color to their sculptures with underglazes. The clay botanicals will then be fired a final time. Students may pick up their finished sculptures after November 1. Materials fee includes clay, glazes and firing of final sculpture. Visit website				Location: Phoenix, AZ Instructor: Sandra Luehrsen Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $300 + $30 Material Fee Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Clay Convergence in Santorini October 9-16, 2010 (sessions daily) — Learn a variety of polymer and metal clay techniques with clay master, Lisa Pavelka. Participants will master cross-over techniques and methods including frame settings, mosaic and abstract millefiori, mold/charm making, patina and distress methods, back-filling, faux dichroic, and more. Students will leave with a thorough knowledge of torch firing for fine silver jewelry, accents and embellishments; hand finishing, liver of sulfur patina method, polymer clay techniques, mold making, resin work and methods for making silver work more affordable. Visit website				Location: Santorini, Greece Instructor: Lisa Pavelka Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: from US$2149.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			The Sculptural Vignette Workshop October 15-17, 2010 (9am-4pm) — This workshop will challenge you to create not only a small figure but to create a specific environment in which the figure exists. A vignette is a fragment of a larger scene. You will work from photographs, actual objects and drawings to create a small sculpted figure with perhaps furniture, objects and possibly even animals. These objects may be symbolic in meaning and may create a surreal feeling to the piece. The resulting sculpture will become a narrative, telling a story about the figure. Jane will show examples of contemporary ceramic sculpture to acquaint the students with the vast array of possibilities of clay imitating other materials both natural and man-made. Visit website				Location: Scottsdale, AZ Instructor: Jane Kelsey-Mapel Sponsor: Scottsdale Artists' School Cost: $350 Email: Scottsdale Artists' School Phone: (480) 990-1422 or (800) 333-5707

			Open Studio Ceramics October 19 - December 7, 2010 (Tuesdays, 5-8pm) — The Ceramics Associates meets year round every Tuesday evening from 5-8pm for 8 week sessions. No instruction provided but equipment and supplies are available to use & or purchase. To join this fun group call Jo Sebern for more information at 760-731-2229. Cost varies depending on number of members. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: none Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Contact: Jo Sebern Phone: 760-731-2229

			Beginning to Intermediate Ceramics Class October 19 - December 7, 2010 (Tuesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM) — This class is suitable for the beginner who requires more one-on-one instruction and training in the art of ceramics. This class will focus on fundamental construction, surface decoration, glazing and firing techniques. There will be periodic reviews and critiques of individual work. Intermediate students may also join the class to work on independent projects, with instructor assistance as needed. Clay and other materials not included. There is a $5.00 fee for limited use of glaze for beginning students who do not own their own glaze. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Jo Sebern Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $75.00 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Intermediate Ceramics Class October 20 - December 8, 2010 (Wednesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM) — This ceramics class is for intermediate students with previous experience in the art of ceramics. Ceramic artist Jo sebern will provide on-going instruction, with an emphasis on independent projects and open studio. Clay and other materials not included. Available for purchase at the Fallbrook School of the Arts- 25lb bag of clay for $10.00 & Tool kit for $20.00. Visit website				Location: Fallbrook, CA Instructor: Jo Sebern Sponsor: Fallbrook School of the Arts Cost: $75.00 Email: Brigitte Schlemmer Phone: 760-728-6383

			Wildacres Art Workshops - Clay Studio October 25-31, 2010 — Raku techniques use both fire and smoke to create the unexpected and unique results that are the focus of this workshop. Explore sculptural space, form and texture, and contemporary themes in ceramics such as multiples, metamorphosis, narrative, and personal introspection. Each week includes instruction on wheel throwing, hand building, slab and extrusion construction, as well as lessons in firing processes, glazing techniques and chemistry. Visit website				Location: Little Switzerland, NC Instructor: Lynn Merhige Sponsor: Ringling College of Art and Design Cost: $295 (2 CEUs) plus $415 for lodging/meals Email: Diane Zorn Phone: 941-955-8866

			Creative Work with Double Walled Vessels March 26-27, 2011 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — Explore the mysterious and beautiful world of double-walled vessels in this hands-on, two-day workshop taught by Tracy Ameen, America's leading double walled pottery artist. Tracy will create a double walled vessel for each student and then instruct us on how to carve intricate designs on the outer walls. All skill levels are welcome. Those with throwing skills will be abel to try their hand at double walled pots as Tracy demonstrates her techniques. Tracy Ameen is a nationally know artist whose work is in numerous east coast galleries as well as the White House and Smithsonian Institute. Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Tracy Ameen Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $225 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Handbuilding Extravaganza April 9-11, 2011 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — Learn to build personal clay vessels and decorative elements with slabs, coils, pinchpots, and more in this three day workshop with a master of creative handbuilding. We'll learn many techniques that will inform your future work in many ways. Your favorite piece from the week will be fired to the finish of your choosing. Carol Commins workshop is for all level of potter or ceramist, even if this is your first clay experience. All materials included. Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Carol Commins Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $350 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Clay Immersion May 2-6, 2011 (10 - 5 on first day, then 9 - 4 with a one hour lunch) — Experience the versatility of clay. Professional ceramist and instuctor, Dennis Ott, will lead students of all levels through an adventure with clay. The week will include throwing on the potters wheel, extruding and using the slab roller for handbuilding. We will use finishing techniques such as stains, colored slips and various glazing techniques. We finish off the week with alternative firings in Saggar, Raku and Horse Hair as well as more traditional glaze firings. Come with an open mind and a desire to experience the clay person within you and leave with projects you will be proud to display. Visit website				Location: Sedona, AZ Instructor: Dennis Ott Sponsor: Sedona Arts Center Cost: $500 Email: Vince Fazio Phone: 928.282.3809 or 888.954.4442

			Hand-building & Raku in Tuscany July 9-16, 2011 (sessions daily) — Advanced & Beginner levels taken to new heights! Join Soyong Kang Partington in Tuscany for a week-long ceramics workshop of hand-building and raku! Collect materials from the mountains with local ceramic artist Giulio Lucanrini and then return to the studio to create! This week also includes a day trip to the Deruta, the ceramic center of Italy! Visit website				Location: Cortona, Italy Instructor: Soyong Kang Partington Sponsor: Toscana Americana Workshops Cost: From US$2999.00 Email: Patrick Mahoney Phone: 508-254-8265

			Pottery Classes Classes are ongoing (day and evening classes) — Entrée Des Artistes... Come join me, Janice Shaughnessy, and relax while creating your newest masterpiece. Everyone who walks through the door is an artist. Leave your worries at home and treat yourself to the experience of clay. Enjoy taking risks and exploring new ideas. Classes are ongoing accommodating all levels and will be a safe place for us to express ourselves. We will learn new techniques to enhance our individual styles of expression. Critiques will be held monthly. They are a time for you to share your work with others, talk about what you discovered, discuss what you might do again, or consider what you may do differently. Welcoming creative input helps us develop confidence in our work. Visit website				Location: Mont Vernon, NH Instructor: Janice Shaughnessy Sponsor: Pottery@PhoebesBarn Cost: $130 month Email: Janice Shaughnessy Phone: 603-673-3410

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