Let our diverse education programs

bring out your creative side with an

afternoon workshop, enlightening

discussion, or serious studio time.

We provide access to state-of-the-art

facilities and a diverse and talented mix

of teaching artists. These classes — for

adults who have never touched clay, for

skilled artisans, or for families looking

for a weekend adventure — introduce

dozens of interesting topics and serve

a variety of commitment levels: from

one day to 10 weeks and from hands-on

instruction to gallery presentations.

Adult students enjoy open access to

our studios from 9 am – 9 pm, 5 days

each week (and from 9 am – midnight

on Thursdays), and additional hours on

weekends.

Check out page 20 for more information

about our ART@HAND Programs.

Classes marked in this section with an @

are easily accessible and designed

for older adults.

INTRODUCTORY

Want to learn the basics of making clay

art? Try one of these introductory classes

that focus on construction and glazing

techniques. These classes have fewer

students, ensuring plenty of student

to teacher contact time, and they are

shorter, making them ideal if you have

little or no experience with clay and want

to test your interest. Get your hands

wet during five weeks of instruction. We

recommend that students take this class

two or more times (within one quarter,

or over consecutive quarters) to build

their skills and prepare for beginner-level

classes. Wear old clothes, and bring an

old towel and a beginner’s set of pottery

tools to the first class. Registration

includes one bag of clay (25 pounds), all

glazing materials, firing, and open studio

access. @

Land of Round Pots – Wheel Throwing 101

@

I1: Tuesdays, 1 – 4 pmInstructor: Victoria Dawes April 1 – 29Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

I2: Tuesdays, 1 – 4 pmInstructor: Victoria Dawes May 6 – June 3Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

I3: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Jennica Kruse April 2 – April 30Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

I4: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Jennica Kruse May 7 – June 4Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

I5: Saturdays, 1 – 4 pmInstructor: Mary Otremba April 5 – May 3Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

I6: Saturdays, 1 – 4 pmInstructor: Mary OtrembaMay 10 – June 7Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

Continents of Clay – Handbuilding 101 @

I7: Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Glynnis LessingMarch 31 – April 28Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

I8: Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Glynnis LessingMay 5 – June 2Fee: $150 ($140 members) + $20 lab fee

Also check out our series of one-day workshops listed below, ideal for makers with little or no previous experience.

WHEEL

We recommend that students begin

their study at NCC with an introductory

experience in clay, such as our one-day

workshops or 5-week classes (above).

Beginner Pottery will take your skill set

to the next level and you may move on

from there to intermediate and advanced

topics. Our education manager will

happily assist you in identifying the

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Our kilns are regularly packed with vessels and sculptures of all shapes and sizes.

appropriate class for you via phone or

e-mail, at education@northernclaycenter.

org or 612.33.8007 x 314.

Beginner PotteryDiscover the secrets of making great

pots on the potter’s wheel. Learn

techniques for throwing such forms as

bowls, cups, vases, and more. You will

learn surface treatments such as glazing,

staining, and slipping; the course will

also include an introduction to firing

procedures. Dress for mess and bring

a beginner’s set of pottery tools to the

first class. Designed for those with some

previous clay experience.

W1: Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Joel FroehleMarch 31 – June 2Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

W2: Thursdays, 10 am – 1 pmInstructor: Lucy YogerstApril 3 – June 5Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

advanced Beginner PotteryTake your skills to the next level as you

learn additional techniques for throwing

more complicated forms such as faceted

bowls, handled mugs, footed plates,

and some altered forms. Advance your

understanding of trimming and of glaze,

stain, and slip application. The course

will also include more information about

firing procedures and instruction on the

differences between low- and high-tem-

perature clay bodies and glazes. De-

signed for those who have taken several

Beginner Pottery classes.

W3: Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Kevin CaufieldApril 1 – June 3Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

W4: Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Peter JadoonathApril 3 – June 5Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

Intermediate/advanced PotteryExpand your knowledge of throwing

techniques as you improve your techni-

cal skills and diversify your repertoire of

forms, surface decoration, and glazing

methods. You will focus on the develop-

ment of beautifully balanced pots that

work both technically and visually, while

refining your skills at forming cohesive

pots including handles, feet, lids, rims,

and alteration techniques. Designed

for those who have taken several

wheel-throwing classes.

W5: Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Instructor: David SwensonApril 3 – June 5Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

W6: Thursdays, 1 – 4 pm Instructor: Leila DeneckeApril 3 – June 5Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

HaNDBUILDING

Flip Your LidFocus your making on lidded forms of

all shapes, sizes, and designs: boxes,

jars, garlic keepers, teapots, butter

dishes, and covered mugs. Learn a

variety of techniques for removing lids

(knobs, handles, caps, finials) and retain-

ing lids (galleries, keys, locking points),

all while developing your personal style

with handbuilt forms. Designed for those

with some previous clay experience.

H1: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Marion AngelicaApril 2 – June 4Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

Multiple-part Mold Making and SlipcastingLearning how to make multiple part

molds for slipcasting clay. Start with

making a 2-part mold, then move to

more complicated molds. Students

will learn how to mix casting slip that

they may use at NCC during the spring

quarter. Expect to make 2 or 3 molds,

depending on their complexity. Stu-

dents must be familiar with the basic

properties of plaster, mixing plaster, and

making single-part molds.

H2: Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pm Instructor: Elizabeth ColemanApril 3 – June 5Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

SPECIaL TOPICS CLaSSES

The Wood-fire ExperienceExperience an extensive hands-on

introduction to the art of firing a multi-

chamber wood kiln — from glazing and

loading to the interactions between fire

and form. The teaching artist will discuss

different styles of wood kilns, wood-fire

philosophy, and clay bodies and glazes

appropriate for wood firing. Northern

Clay Center is excited to continue its

partnership with JD Jorgenson to fire his

kiln in St. Joseph, Minnesota, about 90

minutes northwest of Minneapolis. Stu-

dents will meet four times for instruction

at NCC, where they will enjoy studio

access; later, they will meet for five days

to load and fire the kiln to temperatures

between cone 6 and cone 10. Designed

for intermediate and advanced hand-

builders and wheel-throwers.

Tentative Schedule:Meet at NCC: Mondays, 6:30 – 9:30 pm March 31, April 7, April 21, May 12Meet in St. Joseph: June 4 – 5: 10 am— kiln loading and preheating June 6 – 8: firing in shifts TBD June 15: 10 am— unload and clean up, discuss

results, kiln-fired pizza party T1: Full Class Experience: four NCC classes, five days at St. Joseph, loading and firing TBD. Students should expect to fire 25 – 50 pots depending on their size, and on the number of participants.Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $70 lab fee

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X1: Wood-fire Workshop: Bring 15 bisqued pots maxi-mum (glazes available in St. Joseph); students will be required to participate in loading and firing. No studio access at NCC unless enrolled in another class.Fee: $135 ($125 members)

Camping is free on Jorgenson’s property, and hotels are available within a few miles. For more details, or to discuss the schedule for loading and firing work, please contact the Head of Education and Studio Programs at 612.339.8007 x314.

Throwing Smarter (Multi-Level) @

We all love working with clay, but does

it have to be that much work on your

body and your brain? NO! Learn tricks

and techniques such as choosing and

preparing clay, and improving your

posture and position at the wheel, all of

which will save time and increase your

longevity at the wheel. Improve your

control and mastery of centering, throw-

ing, and finishing pieces from teacups to

chargers. Beginners to intermediate and

advanced levels will benefit from and

have fun in this course.

T2: Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Claire O’ConnorApril 1 – June 3Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

The Fertile SurfaceExplore new decorating techniques, tak-

ing inspiration from spring flowers and

new growth. Use paper stencils, sgraf-

fito, mishima, majolica, or high-fire stains

with images of flowers. Take advantage

of instruction in drawing from obser-

vation of live plants. Finish the class by

focusing on the elements of vase forms

(the foot, body, neck, and rim) and

mix and match the parts until you have

forms begging for decoration. Previous

experience with clay is required. Hand-

builders and throwers are welcome.

T3: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmInstructor: Kathy MommsenApril 2 – June 4Fee: $300 ($290 members) + $40 lab fee

Soda-Firing MethodsIn-class demonstrations and lectures on

form, surface, and historical context will

help you prepare for success as you sur-

render your work to the “kiln gods.” The

class will discuss techniques for three

weeks in the studio, and have instruction

on the firing process during three firing

dates. Students may choose which

firings to participate in according to their

own schedules. Designed primarily for

those who are at intermediate to

advanced levels, or those wishing to gain

experience with firing kilns. Previous

soda experience is not required. Throw-

ers and handbuilders are welcome.

Tentative Class ScheduleStudio: April 4, 11First firing: Load May 2, Fire May 3, Unload May 5Second Firing: Load May 16, Fire May 17, Unload May 19Final Firing: Load May 30, Fire May 31, Unload June 2

T4: Fridays, 6:30 – 9:30 pmApril 4 – June 6Instructor: Daniel GardnerFee: $310 ($285 members) + $85 lab feeThis class includes over 50 hours of instruction on studio and firing techniques.

SPECIaL TOPICS

Photography PracticumLearn the basics of studio photography

for small objects in this tutorial. We will

use a gradient background, reflected

light, and lightbox techniques, as well as

briefly discuss quick digital fixes.

X1: Saturday, April 5, 10 am – 1 pmInstructor: Adam GruetzmacherFee: $25 per person

Details, Details: Glaze Boot CampRoll up your sleeves in the glaze bay to

learn advanced techniques. Launch your

skills from dipping and brushing into

spraying, trailing, resisting and masking,

and glaze carving. Bring bisqueware to

practice; high-fire and low-fire glazers

are welcome.

X2: Saturday, May 3, 1 – 4 pmInstructor: Elizabeth ColemanFee: $25

Medieval Clay WeekendCo-hosted with the Society for Creative

Anachronism (SCA). Travel back in

time with this weekend of hands-on

processes and SCA lectures. Whether

you’re a flagron or a flask, a tankard

or a teacup, learn pottery techniques

on electric or manual pottery wheels.

Learn about the bustling trade of

tilemakers and make your own name-

plate, stepping stone, or handsome

home accessory. Topical lectures will

be presented throughout the weekend,

including a Saturday evening reception

at NCC. See our website for a more

detailed schedule. HUZZAH!

X3: Medieval WorkshopInstructor: Lucy Yogerst Friday, April 25, 6 – 9 pmSaturday and Sunday, April 26 – 27, 10 am – 5 pmFee: $135

Raku: Out of the ashesAre you in the mood to play with

fire? With Wisconsin potter and Raku

enthusiast Mark Lusardi as your guide,

discover the ancient Japanese process

of Raku firing, developed in 16th century

Japan for the Japanese tea ceremony.

This fascinating firing process provides

an opportunity to watch the glazes

transform from raw materials into the

molten state. Participants will enjoy a

fiery weekend of discussion, demon-

strations, glazing, and of course, a

hands-on firing! Perfect for beginners to

advanced students. Participants will be

provided with a wide variety of glazes

and tools to finish their Raku pieces,

and are encouraged to participate in all

aspects of the firing process.

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Choose to attend just the Saturday

session, which will include a slide show

and discussion, Raku kiln-building best

practices, glaze application, and a fir-

ing demonstration. Or, sign up for the

weekend event, exploring the process

more deeply, and have the opportunity

to glaze and fire your own clay wares.

Those participating in the full weekend

workshop must bring with them a mini-

mum of eight bisqued pieces and three

bisqued 8”x8” tiles. Bring a potluck dish

to pass for lunch on both days.

Mark Lusardi holds a BA in fine arts and

has extensive training in glaze theory

and Raku firing from both the University

of Minnesota – Twin Cities and Haystack

Mountain School of Crafts in Maine. He

has been conducting Raku and glaze

workshops throughout western Wiscon-

sin and eastern Minnesota for several

years. Currently, Lusardi is a clay techni-

cian and glaze designer at Continental

Clay Company. His own ceramic work is

both wheel-thrown and handbuilt, Raku

fired, and inspired by Aboriginal beliefs

and nature.

Saturday and Sunday, June 7 & 8, 10 am – 5 pm both daysFees: X4: Saturday demo only: $60 ($50 NCC members)

X5: Two-day participatory workshop: $160 (NCC members $150)

Art educators: inquire about a special teacher’s discount.

The Hot Seat: Kiln-Firing 101Great for art educators!Learn the basics of firing your own kiln

in this one-day workshop. We will learn

firing methods for an electric bisque kiln

and a cone 10 gas reduction firing. In ad-

dition to checking temperature and at-

mosphere, we will cover different styles

of kilns, firing speeds, electrical require-

ments, and basic troubleshooting. The

workshop is led by NCC’s studio techni-

cians, who fire multiple kilns each month.

This workshop does not authorize NCC

students to fire our kilns independently,

but is helpful for educators and anyone

hoping to become an NCC studio artist.

9 am – 12 pm: Gas kiln firing and loading12 – 1 pm: Lunch on your own1 – 4 pm: Electric kiln loading, programming,

firing, trouble-shooting Continuation of reduction firing 4pm – finish: Finishing cone 10 firing

All day gas and electric firingX6: Saturday, May 31, 9 am – 6 pm Instructors: Audra Smith and Lauren Duffy Fee: $80

Electric kiln onlyX7: Saturday, May 31, 1 – 4 pmInstructors: Audra Smith and Lauren Duffy Fee: $40

PROJECT WORKSHOPS

No previous experience required! NCC will provide all materials and tools for these workshops.

Crafternoon & Crafterdark Pottery Workshops Bring your creative friends and make a

few new ones as you learn the secrets

of throwing pottery on the wheel. This

three-hour workshop is a fun and messy

introduction to clay, and it includes all

the materials you will need. Students

can expect to make 4 – 5 pots and deco-

rate them using colored slips or textures.

Your pots will be ready to pick up two

weeks later.

X8: Saturday, April 19, 2 – 5 pm X9: Friday, May 16, 7 – 10 pmInstructor: Jennica Kruse or Audra SmithFee: $30 per person, per session

Clay for Couples Looking for a unique date night activity

that is sure to impress your mate? Look

no further than NCC’s original Clay for

Couples. Sign up with your special friend

and learn the secrets of throwing pot-

tery on the wheel in a fun and relaxed

environment. Already attended a ses-

sion? Sign up again and take your skills

to the next level. Fee includes instruc-

tion and materials. Pots will be ready to

pick up about two weeks later.

X10: Saturday, April 12, 7 – 10 pmX11: Friday, May 2, 7 – 10 pmX12: Saturday, May 24, 7  –  10 pmInstructor: Jennica Kruse or Audra SmithFee: $60 per couple, per session

a Different DrumFollow the sound of the drum back to its

origin through the creation of your own

handmade forms. Spend the first day

making a clay goblet-style drum, and

starting an udu (side-hole pot) drum.

On the second day, add drumhead skins

to the goblet drums and put finishing

touches on the udu drums. Apply

ceramic stains for decoration — unglazed

pots will provide optimal sound quality.

Afterwards, celebrate with a dance or

drum circle featuring Fatawu Sayibu of

Tiyumbe Drum and Dance Company.

X13: Drum WorkshopInstructor: Karin Holen Saturday, May 17, 10 am – 4 pm; Saturday, May 24, 10 am – 3 pm Fee: $90 ($80 members)

EDUCaTION— 15Northern Clay Center

Teaching artist and drummer Karin Holen.

EDUCaTION16 —

Take Care! Therapeutic and Energizing ProjectsClayToGo and ART@HAND teaching

artist, Angie Renee, uses the therapeutic

process of clay to embody and work

through personal stories of struggle and

healing. In an intimate and supportive

environment, tell your own story with

powerful words or images on clay.

X14: Gratitude Boxes: Create a slab box of any shape so you may write down and keep your gratitudes. Saturday, April 26, 1 – 4 pmInstructor: Angie ReneeFee: $25 per person

X15: Garden Totems: Bring your family or friends to create bird or animal pieces to stack in your garden. Each person can create two pieces that can be stacked over a rod in the garden — instructions included.Sunday, May 25, 2 – 5 pmInstructor: Angie ReneeFee: $25 per person

CLaSSES & WORKSHOPS FOR FaMILIES

For all family classes, children must be accompanied by an adult. Neither children, nor adults will have access to open studio time during the quarter. Weekend workshops are open to everyone ages 6 and up.

Throwing TogetherParents and kids (ages 9 and up). Spend

a little Q.T. together learning a new skill.

Learn to make basic cylinders, bowls,

mugs, vases, and more, using the pot-

ter’s wheel. High-fire clay and glazes will

be used. Wear old clothes and bring an

ice cream pail and an old towel for each

participant. Please note: class sessions

are designed to allow parents and chil-

dren to work side-by-side in a collabora-

tive environment.

F1: Saturdays, 10 am – 12 pmInstructor: Elizabeth ColemanApril 5 – May 24Fee: $145 (Members $135) per participant

Northern Clay Center

Throwing in the RainApril’s showers getting you down? Leave

your umbrella and galoshes at home and

enjoy playing in the mud indoors. Sit

behind a potter’s wheel and sink your

hands into clay as you learn basic skills

like centering, opening, and pulling the

clay to make bowls and cylinders. Dec-

orate your projects with colored slips.

Ages 9+ and all skill levels welcome.

 Sunday, April 13Instructor: Eileen CohenF2: 10 am – 1 pmF3: 2 – 5 pmFee: $45 for two people, $20 additional participants

 Mother’s Day in ClayCelebrate Mother’s Day with your favor-

ite mom as you both work with clay.  

Design a personalized tray for break-

fast in bed or to hold mom’s favorite

jewelry. Learn basic handbuilding and

decorating techniques as you make a

one-of-a-kind object. No matter what

you make, mom is sure to love it! Ages

6+ and all skill levels welcome.

 Saturday, May 10Instructor: Eileen CohenF4: 10 am – 1 pm F5: 2 pm – 5 pmFee: $45 for two people, $20 additional participants

Great awakeningsWith sunrise just after 5 am, there is no

better way to start your morning than

with the perfect mug. Make a set of

mugs, guaranteed to keep you fueled

well until the sun sets. Create your mug

using basic slab building techniques and

then paint with colored slips. Ages 6+

and all skill levels welcome. 

Saturday, June 7Instructor: Eileen CohenF6: 10 am – 1 pm F7: 2 pm – 5 pmFee: $45 for two people, $20 additional participants

TEENS

Get Behind the WheelFor ages 13 to 17. Learn the fundamental

techniques of throwing basic forms on

the potter’s wheel and creating sur-

face decoration using glazes, slips, and

applied elements. Create a series of

functional pots with high-temperature

clay bodies. Wear old clothes and bring

an old towel to the first class. (NCC will

provide tools.)

Y1: Saturdays, 10 am – 12 pmInstructor: Victoria DawesApril 5 – May 24Fee: $200 ($180 members)

Parents and kids working together during an open house workshop.

VISITING aRTIST WORK-SHOPS & LECTURES

Minnesota Women Ceramic artists Host Lorna MeadenRegister with MNWCA for a weekend

workshop featuring Lorna Meaden, May

31 – June 1, in NCC’s teaching studios.

More information at www.mnwca.org

INCONTEXTJoin artist Monica Rudquist and film-

maker Mike Hazard for a short video

documenting the development and

installation of Rudquist’s piece

Intersection, on display at NCC last

Fall and now traveling to the Plains

Museum in Fargo, North Dakota.

X16: Incontext ConversationThursday, February 13, 6:30 pm, NCC’s library. Free.

Mythology Meets archetype LecturesVipoo Srivilasa and Bonnie Marie Smith

will discuss their work from the exhibi-

tion. See page 3 for details.

X17: Mythology LectureThursday, March 13, 6:30 pm, NCC’s Library. Free.

Northern SparkWatch for NCC’s interactive display

during the 2014 Northern Spark Festival.

Northern Spark is a free, multidisciplin-

ary, multi-venue, dusk-to-dawn public

arts festival, produced by Northern

Lights.mn. The festival starts Saturday,

June 14, at 8:58 pm and ends at sunrise

on June 15. Watch for more information

as our project develops — you won’t

want to miss it!

Northern Clay Center

EDUCaTION— 17

SPRING CLaSS REGISTRaTION BEGINS TUESDaY, February 25, at 10 am.

To Register:Register with cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card. NCC accepts registrations online at www.northernclaycenter.org, in the gallery, or by tele-phone at 612.339.8007. Download a paper registration form online, or call the gallery for more information. Member discounts are now available online.

Due to high demand for classes, we require full payment with your registration to reserve your spot in class.

NCC will send confirmation of registration. If there is insufficient enrollment, we will cancel class, notify registered students, and refund all payments without penalty. Decisions are made approximately one week before classes begin. Please register early or you might find that your favorite class is full, or cancelled because of low enrollment.

Policies:Tools: Standard tool kits for introductory classes are available in NCC’s Sales Gallery for $20 + tax. Other specialty tools are available as well.

Open Studio: The tuition for regular adult classes includes access to open studio time. On average, at least one classroom with potter’s wheels and a handbuilding table is available between 9 am and 9 pm, Tuesday through Sunday, and from 9 am to midnight on Thursday evenings. NCC reserves the right to close studios for special classes, workshops, or cleaning.

Minimum Age Restrictions: Only students ages 18 and up are eligible to register for NCC’s adult classes and workshops.

Continuing Education Credits: If you are a teacher in need of CEUs, contact the education department to learn how NCC’s classes and workshops can be taken for Continuing Education credit.

Weather: As a general rule, NCC will remain open during inclement weather. We take our cues from local colleges and universities for canceling or rescheduling classes during particularly hazardous conditions. When in doubt, feel free to call us at 612.339.8007, and please be safe!

Tuition, Fees, & Refunds:Please refer to class listings for tuition and fees. Unless otherwise noted, fees for adult classes include instruction, open studio time, 25 lbs. of clay, basic glaze materials, and a firing allowance. Tuition may not be pro-rated. Some students may incur additional expenses if they choose unusual glaze materials or if their work occupies a large volume of kiln space.

CLASSES: 100% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student elects to drop or transfer a class no later than one week (7 days) before the day of the first class meeting. 50% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be refunded if a student drops or transfers a class within two business days after the first class meeting. After this period, if a student elects to drop a class, tui-tion and fees will NOT be refunded for any reason except documented medical emergencies. There are no other exceptions to this policy.

WORKSHOPS:100% of tuition (less a $15 processing fee) will be re-funded if a student elects to drop or transfer a workshop for any reason one week (7 days) prior to the workshop. No refunds will be given with less than one week’s notice.

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CaLENDaR

FEBRUaRY2 January Featured Artists show closes6 February Featured Artists show opens

ART@HAND Chili Cook-off: 6 – 8 pm8 Red River Reciprocity show opens,

Plains Art Museum, Fargo, ND, 2 – 4 pm13 INCONTEXT film screening: 6:30 pm14 – 15 Roses are Red... Valentine’s Day Workshops21 Jerome application deadline25 Spring adult class registration begins

MaRCH2 Three Jerome Artists; Fogelberg, APS, and Red Wing Artists shows close.4 Summer Clay Camp registration begins ART@HAND A Potter’s Hands Video Screening,

6:30 pm9 February Featured Artists show closes13 Mythology Meets Archetype lecture: 6:30 pm14 March Featured Artists show opens.

Mythology Meets Archetype and Modifications exhibits open, Opening Reception: 6 – 8 pm

15 Winter quarter classes end19 – 22 NCC at NCECA (Milwaukee, WI)31 Spring quarter classes begin

aPRIL6 March Featured Artists show closes10 American Pottery Festival Preview show opens17 ART@HAND Looking and Learning lecture,

6:30 – 8:30 pm18 Application deadlines for 2014 McKnight Ceramic

Artist Fellowships and Residencies, the Fogelberg Studio Fellowships, Anonymous Potter Studio Fellow-ships, and Warren MacKenzie Advancement Award.

22 McKnight Resident Artist Lecture: Sarah Heimann, 6:30 pm

27 Mythology Meets Archetype and Modifications exhibits close.

MaY4 American Pottery Festival Preview show closes7 ART@HAND Bonsai Demonstration, 6:30 – 7:30 pm9 May Featured Artists show opens16 A Gilded Age and Regis Master: Adrian Saxe,

Public opening reception: 6 – 8 pm20 Adult summer class registration begins26 NCC Closed for the Memorial Day holiday

aRT@HaND

ART@HAND is NCC’s series of acces-

sible programs for enjoyment of the

ceramic arts. Intended for individuals

55 years old or greater (and their fami-

lies), ART@HAND incorporates lectures

and tours, drop-in workshops, and

hands-on activities. Unless otherwise

noted, you must be 55+ to register for

all of the following programs. Additional

seats may be available at the door.

FIRING INFORMATION: All projects made during these workshops will be fired and ready for pick up approximately two weeks after the event. Pots with clear glaze are food-safe and can be used in the microwave and dishwasher.

A Potter’s Hands Video ScreeningAAH04: Tuesday, March 4, 2014, 6:30 pmJoin us for an intimate screening of the

elegant documentary Warren MacKenzie: A Potter’s Hands. Registration is required

and is limited to 25 individuals. Please

note: neither the film-makers nor the

artist will be present at this screening.

Looking & LearningAAH05: Thursday, April 17, 6:30 – 8:30 pmJoin us for the fourth installation in this

“show-and-tell” series, featuring artists

Kelly Connole and Maren Kloppmann.

The presenters will each share and dis-

cuss their collection of functional pots.

Bonsai DemonstrationAAH06: Wednesday, May 7, 6:30 – 7:30 pmLearn about the basic tenets of growing

bonsai from the Minnesota Bonsai Soci-

ety. Learn about balance and pottery,

with a short demonstration and exam-

ples of bonsai pots.

Summer Open HouseAAH07: Saturday, July 12, 1 – 4 pmVisit NCC for an afternoon of fun — fea-

turing try-outs on the pottery wheel and

the opening of the exhibition Seven McKnight Artists. Free hands-on activi-

ties and treats for the whole family.

More More More: Check out the complete

listing of NCC classes and lectures on our

website: www.northernclaycenter.org.

aRT@HaND Events ScheduleSpring/Summer 2014

ART@

Always learning: in the galleries and in the studios.