Igniting Creativity! Air-Dry Clay Creation (7-13)

In this ongoing class, we will learn clay techniques such as pinch pots, slab and coil construction, and how to attach pieces that actually stay together!  Air-dry clay has come a long way!  It will now actually stick together and mold into shapes and creations that mimic the real thing.  

We are going to utilize all of the "real" techniques of clay construction - pinch, slab, coil, score and slip, smoothing, and texturizing to make decorative, sculptural, and functional pieces.  You will also learn proper clay terms while constructing each of your pieces.

You will create something new with the clay during each week of the schedule.  We will discuss how to add surface decoration to your pieces with paint but due to the nature of the clay it will take several days to dry and you will have to do that part on your own if you wish to.  You will be able to decide if they need color or if you wish to leave your pieces in the natural state of clay.

Topics of the Week:
Week of May 7: Roses
Week of May 14: TBD by students
Week of May 21:
Week of May 28: 

*Please note that although we may create some vessels such as bowls, cups, or plates and air-dry clay is non-toxic, it is not food-safe.  Functional pieces will be able to be used but not in the kitchen or for holding items meant to be wet, such as plants, unless there is a liner placed inside it.

🥇Do you know about the Summer Smash Challenge?
Eligible families can earn up to 8 unique badges by taking classes and completing activities between May 1st and June 30th as part of the Summer Smash Challenge. Each badge is worth $5 in Outschool credit and families can earn the badge per account. Learners who complete the badges will also get a special learner avatar added to their learner profile, so they can show off their badges to friends! #creative