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Clay Birds In A Pinch-Pot Nest
During this foundational 2-class project, students will develop as well as apply core Hand-Building Techniques—including Pinching, Shaping, Smoothing, and Joining—to create a functional Clay Bird In A Pinch-Pot Nest art piece. Emphasizing both realistic and imaginative representation, this class reinforces concepts such as Form, Texture, Proportion, and Compositional Balance, while developing their Spatial Awareness as well as Fine-Motor Control through the manipulation of three-dimensional materials.
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Clay Rainbow Crayon/Pencil Holder
Within this 1-class project, students will design and sculpt their very own unique Clay Rainbow Crayon/Pencil Holder while exploring key artistic concepts such as Form, Space, Balance, Symmetry, and Texture. As they shape and refine their pieces, students will gain hands-on experience with Clay Techniques that strengthen fine motor skills and creative expression.
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Clay Valentine's Day Gnomes
Students will create fun-loving Valentine’s Day Gnomes while practicing essential Hand-building Techniques such as Rolling, Coiling, Pinching, Attaching, and Smoothing during this 1-class project. With guidance from an EM Instructor, students will individually shape and assemble expressive features—Bodies, Hats, Beards, and Accessories—to create charming, well-balanced figures full of personality. This hands-on experience will ultimately cultivate their artistic expression, while reinforcing foundational skills in Form, Proportion, and Texture.
Whale Phone Holder
Students will create a whale sculpture that doubles as a functional phone holder using air-dried clay. This dual-purpose design project introduces students to basic sculpting techniques and encourages creativity, making it an ideal gift for friends and family.
Mosaic Clay Art
This class introduces students to two individual art forms (i.e. Sculpture and Mosaic) through the creation of a Bead Mosaic In Clay,. This project encourages creativity, attention to detail, and the use of fundamental sculpting techniques. The final piece is a vibrant and unique artwork that showcases each student's artistic vision and technical skills.
Clay Handprint Bowl
In this class, students will continue to explore basic sculpting techniques by creating a Handprint Bowl that not only is a meaningful and functional piece of art, but also has the potential to make a great personalized gift for a loved one.