Discover the Art of Pottery (11- 14yrs)

We are excited to bring back the clay specific, half-day camps for our 11-14 year old artists! Students will explore the basic physical properties of clay by practicing a variety of hand-forming techniques, as well as throwing on the wheel, and glazing. Two days will be devoted to the completion of multiple hand built projects, one day to getting the feel of the wheel, and one day to glaze. Please note that students should not expect a completed form from their one day on the wheel. This is a time to play and practice, get dirty, and make mistakes! Due to the nature of the medium and the high temperature fires, student work is occasionally damaged or a loss. We use these rare instances to teach students resilience and persistence. We do not offer make up classes.

Instructor
What began as a single ceramics class quickly became a creative obsession for Missy Hitch. She soon found herself spending countless hours in the studio, exploring, learning, and refining her craft. After a decade of working with clay, she became a ceramics instructor at Prairie Arts Center, where she now teaches hand-building and beginning wheel classes.
Missy specializes in creating functional everyday pieces like mugs, baking dishes, and teapots, but she also enjoys crafting decorative work. She has led a wide range of workshops on projects such as yarn bowls, decorative plates, Valentine gnomes, and whimsical chickens. Over the years, she has gathered a wealth of techniques and tricks, which she loves sharing with her students to make pottery both fun and accessible. Whether at the wheel or in the classroom, Missy finds joy in helping others discover the magic of clay.
Class Time
Tuesday-Friday, 12pm-3:00pm
June 9-12 or July 28-31
Tuition
$125
Ages
11-14
All Supplies Included
Students should wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get messy. They are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle and a snack.
artscenter.okstate.edu/youth-classes/art-camp/1719-discover-the-art-pottery