{"id":1219,"date":"2024-02-10T16:52:07","date_gmt":"2024-02-10T23:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/?page_id=1219"},"modified":"2025-02-12T10:09:41","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T17:09:41","slug":"introductory_class","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/?page_id=1219","title":{"rendered":"Introductory Classes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large has-custom-border is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WEBSITECREATIVITY-1024x632.jpg\" alt=\"Begin here\" class=\"wp-image-1498\" style=\"border-width:5px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WEBSITECREATIVITY-1024x632.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WEBSITECREATIVITY-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WEBSITECREATIVITY-768x474.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WEBSITECREATIVITY-1536x948.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WEBSITECREATIVITY-2048x1263.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-contrast-2-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-292273f118ef36ed5634db0a71db5127\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.375), 1.1rem);\">Bring the magic of clay to your fingertips!  Whether you&#8217;re a complete newbie or just looking to brush up on your skills, our experienced instructors and mentors are here to guide you through the basics. From greenware to bisque, to mastering glaze techniques or hand-building your own creation, we&#8217;ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sign Up:<\/strong> Add your contact information to our <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/h6RtYCXcf9taX2pH7\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/h6RtYCXcf9taX2pH7\"><strong>Wait List<\/strong> <\/a>, and you&#8217;ll receive notification about upcoming classes and the Registration Process to reserve your seat. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bring a Friend:<\/strong> Everything&#8217;s better with a buddy! Enjoy the creative experience together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gear Up:<\/strong> We&#8217;ll provide the clay, tools, and expertise; all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and a willingness to get your hands dirty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Have Fun:<\/strong> Get ready for a fun-filled, inspiring journey into the world of ceramics. Don&#8217;t worry; there&#8217;s no such thing as a &#8216;mistake&#8217;\u2014just happy accidents waiting to happen!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Below:  Instructor Jean Medema explains the process for transferring images to bisque plates and the process for glazing them.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2009-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Instructor Jean Medema takes you through the process.\" class=\"wp-image-1232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2009-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2009-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2009-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2009-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_2009-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Students work on two projects (a plate as pictured above) and Fetish Bear (pictured below) over 2 1\/2 days.&nbsp; You <strong>MUST COMMIT<\/strong> to all three days to complete your projects.  Students learn how to clean greenware, use underglazes and crystals, and other introductory techniques. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1995\" height=\"1495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fetish-Bear-edited.jpg\" alt=\"Example of completed fetish bear\" class=\"wp-image-1235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fetish-Bear-edited.jpg 1995w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fetish-Bear-edited-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fetish-Bear-edited-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fetish-Bear-edited-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.saddlebrookeceramicsclub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Fetish-Bear-edited-1536x1151.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1995px) 100vw, 1995px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-497f9cd6682d5898eb9fb59ae8785b1e\"><strong>Class begins at 8:45am and runs through 2pm <\/strong>for the first 2 days (each day is separated by a week to allow for firing time). The last day will start at 8:45am through 2pm where you will complete your Fetish Bear by adding texture and embellishments as shown above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-489f458b5878a1ca33f56e12d53b05f6\">Class fee is $75 (for 2 1\/2 days) and includes all greenware, paints, glazes and firing of projects as well as a Starter Kit filled with brushes and tools. We are open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 3pm.&nbsp; Please see the monitor for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-contrast-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-01074596ec8e2a24c4b8a0324de4a54e has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d89aad35 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-base-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c9b5699bdecff18878afa112249018b5\" style=\"font-size:clamp(4.509rem, 4.509rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 9.152), 10rem);letter-spacing:-0.02em\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-base-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-base-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-arrow-icon-details has-medium-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;border-right-style:none;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--base);border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-width:1px;border-left-style:none;border-left-width:0px;margin-top:0\"><summary>Do I need to take the Introductory Class to join the club?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"has-contrast-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9a59455e50bc3810e487c3e5859bb7e0\">The short answer is no.  However, it is highly recommended that you take the class (regardless of your past experience with ceramics) to ensure that you are up to date on changes that have occured in the use of glazes and their application, as well as the process used for cleaning your greenware, and submitting your piece for firing.  Another benefit is that you&#8217;ll receive a starter kit containing brushes, cleaning tools, and other items you&#8217;ll need to get started on your first project.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-arrow-icon-details has-medium-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;border-right-style:none;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--base);border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-width:1px;border-left-style:none;border-left-width:0px;margin-top:0\"><summary>Can I take a tour of the studio?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"has-contrast-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3696590dad91d72f6fb594345b194294\">We welcome the opportunity to show off our facility and all of the molds and equipment equipment used on the creating process.  A member of our team will be on hand to show you around and answer your questions.  We are open from 10:00am to 3:00pm Monday through Saturday (except for class days). <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-arrow-icon-details has-medium-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;border-right-style:none;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--base);border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-width:1px;border-left-style:none;border-left-width:0px;margin-top:0\"><summary>Where are you located?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"has-contrast-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f2c18dd14eb5aa93e20745f0eab906b0\">The SaddleBrooke Ceramics Club is located in the Mountview Clubhouse complex on Mountain View Blvd.  You&#8217;ll find our studio in the Arts and Crafts Center, Quartz Room, across the parking lot from the tennis courts.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-style-arrow-icon-details has-medium-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-top-style:none;border-top-width:0px;border-right-style:none;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--base);border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-width:1px;border-left-style:none;border-left-width:0px;margin-top:0\"><summary>Who can join?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"has-contrast-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b1ada504b5e18eb548fdd8b4f0ea0082\">All SaddleBrooke residents may join the Ceramics Club. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:0;height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bring the magic of clay to your fingertips! 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