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Introduction to Hand Building


  • Red Wing Arts Clay & Creative Center 436 W 3rd Street Red Wing, MN 55066 (map)

Hand building is a highly versatile process used to create functional and decorative sculpture or pottery. This class combines instructor-led demonstrations with hands-on practice, focusing on the fundamentals of hand building with clay. Students will learn the three foundational methods of pinching, coiling, and slab building, and will also be able to explore surface decoration through texture and color. This class is perfect for beginners or those looking to continue practice on the with guided instruction. Class fee includes clay, all glazing materials, firings and open studio time to practice outside of class.

Class Information:

  • Dates: Thursdays, Feb 18 - Mar 11, 5:30pm-7:30pm (4 weeks)

  • Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

  • Level: Beginner, Intermediate

  • Ages: 16+

  • Participation fee: $180

Note: Scholarships available for students with financial need. Please email molly.rivera@redwingarts.org

Members receive 10% off workshops - use code MEMBER10 at checkout! Not a member yet? Sign up at https://redwingarts.org/support-red-wing-arts

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all. If you have a disability or specific access needs, please contact Molly Rivera at molly.rivera@redwingarts.org or 651-309-4980 so we can support your participation. We encourage advance notice when possible and will make every effort to accommodate.

Earlier Event: February 18
Collage, Gr. K-1
Later Event: February 23
Fun with Clay for Kids, Gr. 2-4