Unleash your creativity and find your unique artistic voice in this hands-on clay series! Designed for teens of all experience levels, this program covers the full spectrum of working with clay. Sessions are 4-6 weeks long on Mondays from 4-5:30pm. Sign up for a single session or just us for all of them!

What Students Will Learn

• Core Techniques: Learn the fundamentals of both wheel throwing and hand-building.

• Surface Design: Experiment with carving, textures, painting, and other finishing techniques.

• Sculpture Alternative: Prefer sculpting over traditional pottery? No problem! Lesson plans can be adapted to support sculptural projects.

This series is more than just an art class. Our program is designed to build:

• Confidence & Resilience: Emphasizing problem-solving, commitment, and perseverance through art projects.

• Creative Risk-Taking: Encouraging students to step out of their comfort zones.

• Community: Fostering collaboration, social connection, and mutual support among young artists.

Class Information:

• Schedule: Offered Jan-May, Mondays from 4-5:30pm

  • Session 2: Mar 1 - Apr 12 (no class Mar 15)

  • Session 3: Apr 19 - May 24

• Teaching artist: Cherish Haskell

• Skill Level: All skill levels welcome

• Ages: 13-17

• Participation fee: $195 per session, includes all clay, glazes, and kiln firings.

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.