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The CMA offers courses available in a wide range of media, scheduled for weekdays and weekends throughout the day and evening, there's a class to fit every schedule, budget, and interest! Courses are available for adults plus children and teens, (including a Summer Art Camp).

Advanced Ceramics 6:30pm Tuesdays (Fall) (Prerequisite: 4 or more CMA Ceramics Classes or Instructor Approval)

Advanced

Begins 09/03/2024, Ends 11/12/2024, no class 11/5/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/01/2024

10 Tuesdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Bill Shearrow

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! This class is available for advanced students that have taken at least four ceramics classes at CMA or have received instructor approval to take the class. Form, surface design, glazing, and firing will be explored in greater depth during this class. Advanced students who have taken five or more CMA ceramics classes or working at a level determined to be advanced by the instructor will be required to do their own firing in cooperation with the Canton Ceramic Artists Guild to deepen their understanding of the process.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Ceramics 6:30pm Wednesdays (Fall)

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/04/2024, Ends 11/13/2024, no class 11/6/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/02/2024

10 Wednesdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Bill Shearrow

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations, and receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Bill works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Raku

Intermediate/Advanced

Begins 09/07/2024, Ends 09/21/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/05/2024

2 Saturdays, 10:30 AM-04:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Sarah DeBaun

Offering this 2-day workshop at CMA with instructor Sarah DeBaun! Discover the unique art of Raku firing in this hands-on workshop! Unlike traditional kiln firing, Raku is a distinctive technique performed outdoors using a gas kiln including pulling red hot ceramic ware out of a kiln and placing the ware into a container with combustible materials. During this two-step workshop, students will discuss the process and create their clay pieces on day one and then fire on day two. Students may make and fire up to 3 pieces. Some clay experience is required.

*Cost includes all supplies: $30 worth of materials and firing costs included.
*Meeting times are 10:30 am-2:30 pm on 9/7/24 and 10:30 am-4:30 pm on 9/21/24.
*Inclement weather makeup day scheduled for 9/28/24.

Cost: $150.00 per person (Cost for Members: $120.00)

Classic Glass Fusing

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/17/2024, Ends 10/22/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/15/2024

6 Tuesdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Amy Pepperney

Join us for this 6-week course at CMA! Throughout this class, learn different techniques to design, cut, and assemble glass and how to use the kiln to fuse and slump your own original designs or ideas supplied by the instructor. Explore glass plates, bowls, and jewelry throughout this session. Time will be allotted to work during class, offering one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. All skill levels are welcome. Taken the class before? We work with each student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Cost includes all supplies.
*$75 worth of materials included in class cost.

Cost: $255.00 per person (Cost for Members: $204.00)

Silver Ring Jewelry

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/18/2024, Ends 10/23/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/16/2024

6 Wednesdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Alex Draven

Join us for this 6-week course at CMA! Create and wear your own hand-wrought jewelry. Take a piece of silver from scratch and design and fabricate your very own ring with a found object or stone setting. Watch it all come together while learning soldering and bezel-forming techniques, manipulating all those items into a beautiful piece of jewelry to treasure forever. All skill levels are welcome. Taken the class before? Alex works with each individual student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Cost includes all art supplies except for found object or stone for place setting

Cost: $165.00 per person (Cost for Members: $132.00)

Classic Oil Painting Intermediate: Impressionistic Landscape (Prerequisite: 1 or more Classic Oil Painting class with instructor Lin Luciano Fiore)

Intermediate

Begins 09/19/2024, Ends 10/24/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/17/2024

6 Thursdays, 01:30 PM-03:30 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Lin Luciano Fiore

This discounted class option is designed for students who have taken one or more Classic Oil Painting classes with instructor Lin Luciano Fiore. Students will receive 4 new color tubes of paint and a canvas. Utilize new and more advanced techniques to take your Impressionistic painting skills to a whole new level! Lin works with each student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Prerequisite: One or more Classic Oil Painting classes taught by Lin Luciano Fiore
*Please bring your previous class materials to the first day of class.
*Class price includes 4 new paint tubes and a canvas worth over $31.
*Class instruction pricing: $175 (Cost for Members $140) +$31 for materials.

Cost: $206.00 per person (Cost for Members: $171.00)

Classic Oil Painting: Impressionistic Landscape

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/19/2024, Ends 10/24/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/17/2024

6 Thursdays, 01:30 PM-03:30 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Lin Luciano Fiore

Offering this 6 week course in person with International instructor, Lin Luciano Fiore. Learn to paint stunning landscapes using water-soluble oils, a medium that offers all the benefits of regular oil paint without the unpleasant odors of turpentine. Master the techniques of the layering process to create light and airy, loosely painted, gorgeous Offering this 6-week course in person with international instructor Lin Luciano Fiore. Learn to paint stunning landscapes using water-soluble oils, a medium that offers all the benefits of regular oil paint without the unpleasant odors of turpentine. Master the techniques of the layering process to create light and airy, loosely painted, gorgeous landscapes with Classic Impressionistic simplicity. Gain a deep understanding of what makes a beautiful painting by following the process from start to finish, including the blocking-in and the addition of beautiful light. All skill levels are welcome. Taken an oil class before? Lin works with each individual student to see them grow, so sign up for the intermediate option to save on materials!

*Each participant is required to use Lin Luciano Fiore's personally chosen materials for this class.
*Class price includes all materials worth over $68 which you keep when the class is finished.
*Class instruction pricing: $175 (Cost for Members $140) +$68 for materials.

Cost: $243.00 per person (Cost for Members: $208.00)

Digital Photography

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/19/2024, Ends 10/24/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/17/2024

6 Thursdays, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Library

Instructor: Mallory McCrea

Offering this 6-week course at CMA! Learn to see like a photographer and go from taking snapshots to purposeful, well-composed images that reflect your personal vision. Master the buttons and dials on your camera and shoot in modes other than Auto. This course introduces participants to the creative and technical possibilities of digital photography. Some off-site subject matter near the museum and within walking distance downtown will be used for class projects and inspiration! Topics include camera operation, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, lighting, and composition. New and experienced photographers are welcome. Taken the class before? Mallory works with each individual student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Please bring a digital camera that has a manual mode, DSLR, mirrorless, or some point-and-shoots and a card reader.

Cost: $145.00 per person (Cost for Members: $116.00)

Classic Ceramics 6:30pm Thursdays (Fall)

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/19/2024, Ends 12/05/2024, no class 11/7/2024,11/28/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/17/2024

10 Thursdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Sarah DeBaun

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations, and receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Sarah works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Acrylic Painting

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/21/2024, Ends 10/26/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/19/2024

6 Saturdays, 10:15 AM-12:15 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Maria McDonald

Join us for this 6-week course at CMA! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, there's something for everyone. Explore the versatility of acrylic paint through demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on practice. You'll receive one-on-one attention from instructor Maria McDonald, who tailors instruction to your individual needs and interests. All experience levels are welcome. Taken the class before? We work with each student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Cost includes some supplies, supply list available the first day of class. (Approximately $45 or less depending on supplies already owned)

Cost: $119.00 per person (Cost for Members: $95.00)

Classic Drawing

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/21/2024, Ends 10/26/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/19/2024

6 Saturdays, 12:30 PM-02:30 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Maria McDonald

Join us for this 6-week course at CMA! Enjoy the creative process of drawing from life in this hands-on class. Students will view demonstrations and learn various techniques, with plenty of time to work during class. You'll receive one-on-one attention from instructor Maria McDonald, who provides personalized feedback and assistance. All experience levels are welcome. Taken the class before? We work with each student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Cost includes some supplies, supply list available the first day of class. (Approximately $20 or less depending on supplies already owned.)

Cost: $119.00 per person (Cost for Members: $95.00)

Classic Watercolor

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/21/2024, Ends 10/26/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/19/2024

6 Saturdays, 02:45 PM-04:45 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Faith Geib

Join us for this 6-week course at CMA! Whether you are a beginner just starting out or have been painting for years, there is something for everyone in this course. Discover the versatility of watercolor through demonstrations, discussions, and more! You'll receive one-on-one attention from instructor Faith Geib, who tailors instruction to your individual needs and interests. All experience levels are welcome. Taken the class before? We work with each student to see them grow, so sign up for multiple classes!

*Cost includes some supplies, supply list available the first day of class. (Approximately $45 or less depending on supplies already owned)

Cost: $119.00 per person (Cost for Members: $95.00)

Stained Glass Sunflower

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/22/2024, Ends 09/22/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/20/2024

1 Sunday, 01:30 PM-04:30 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Laurie Turner

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Join our instructor and glass artist Laurie Turner for a fun day learning the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create this beautiful stained glass sunflower. Glass will be pre-cut. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited to eight students, so sign up today!

*Cost includes all art supplies.
*$15 worth of materials included in class cost.

Cost: $74.00 per person (Cost for Members: $60.00)

Ceramic Mugs and Tea Tasting with Ohio Tea Company

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/25/2024, Ends 09/25/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/23/2024

1 Wednesday, 06:00 PM-08:30 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Shultz

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Create your own fun and functional ceramic mug. You will use stoneware clay and basic hand building techniques to make a personalized drinking vessel of your very own. All levels of experience are welcome

Cost: $49.00 per person (Cost for Members: $39.00)

Classic Ceramics 10:00am Thursdays (Fall)

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/26/2024, Ends 12/12/2024, no class 11/7/2024,11/28/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/24/2024

10 Thursdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and, receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Laura works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Ceramics 1:00pm Thursdays (Fall)

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/26/2024, Ends 12/12/2024, no class 11/7/2024,11/28/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/24/2024

10 Thursdays, 01:00 PM-03:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and, receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Laura works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Ceramics Independent Study (Fall) (Prerequisite: 3 CMA Ceramics classes or more)

Advanced

Begins 09/29/2024, Ends 12/15/2024, no class 11/3/2024,11/10/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/07/2024

10 Sundays, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Sarah DeBaun

Advanced ceramics students are now eligible for independent study at CMA! This option is available for a limited number of students who have taken at least three ceramics classes at CMA. Your registration fee provides access to the studio during all open studio hours, a locker for storage, access to studio tools and equipment, and a professional teaching artist mentor available to get you set up and answer any questions via email. Studio hours run from 9/29/24 - 12/15/24 (Minus adjusted hours due to museum closures) which coincides with our ceramics class schedule. Students with ceramics experience outside of CMA are not eligible for registration, as students need a strong working knowledge of CMA studio safety and procedures.

Additional costs, not included with cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
* PLEASE NOTE: The date and time "Sundays 1:00-2:00pm" is not the actual meeting time of independent study. Independent study is for access to ALL open ceramics studio hours.

Cost: $110.00 per person (Cost for Members: $88.00)

Classic Ceramics 1:30pm Sundays (Fall)

All Skill Levels

Begins 09/29/2024, Ends 12/15/2024, no class 11/3/2024,11/10/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 09/07/2024

10 Sundays, 01:30 PM-03:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: CJ Ritenour

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations, and receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Bill works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Raku

Intermediate/Advanced

Begins 10/05/2024, Ends 10/19/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 10/03/2024

2 Saturdays, 10:30 AM-04:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: CJ Ritenour

Offering this 2-day workshop at CMA with instructor CJ Ritenour! Discover the unique art of Raku firing in this hands-on workshop! Unlike traditional kiln firing, Raku is a distinctive technique performed outdoors using a gas kiln including pulling red hot ceramic ware out of a kiln and placing the ware into a container with combustible materials. During this two-step workshop, students will discuss the process and create their clay pieces on day one and then fire on day two. Students may make and fire up to 3 pieces. Some clay experience is required.

*Cost includes all supplies: $30 worth of materials and firing costs included.
*Meeting times are 10:30 am-2:30 pm on 10/5/24 and 10:30 am-4:30 pm on 10/19/24.
*Inclement weather makeup day scheduled for 10/26/24.

Cost: $150.00 per person (Cost for Members: $120.00)

Fused Glass Jewelry Pendants

All Skill Levels

Begins 10/10/2024, Ends 10/10/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 10/08/2024

1 Thursday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Amy Pepperney

Offering this one-time workshop at CMA! Discover the beauty of glass fusing and create your own one-of-a-kind fused glass jewelry pendant(s) in this exciting workshop. Our experienced instructor, Amy Pepperney, will guide you through the fundamentals of glass fusing and various forming techniques to help you create a truly unique piece(s) perfect for gifting or wearing with pride! Each student will receive a variety of glass and silver wire to work with, allowing you to create one large pendant or two medium-sized pendants. All skill levels are welcome. Finished work will be fired and ready to pick up in 2 weeks. Students will be emailed when ready.

*Cost includes all art supplies.
*$15 worth of materials included in class cost

Cost: $55.00 per person (Cost for Members: $44.00)

Ghostly Romance: Wheel Throwing Date Night

All Skill Levels

Begins 10/23/2024, Ends 10/23/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 10/21/2024

1 Wednesday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: CJ Ritenour

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Join us for a silly, messy, and romantic wheel throwing experience inspired by the iconic scene in the movie "Ghost." Bring your partner and channel your inner Demi and Swayze as you create together at the pottery wheel. Wheel throwing isn't easy, but that's part of the charm! You might end up with a masterpiece to be fired and picked up later, or just a hilarious paperweight and memory to share. This beginner-friendly class is all about the fun and magic of creating art with your special someone. Be sure to wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty and bring your sense of adventure and a touch of romance! Students will need to make arrangements to pick up fired pieces three to six weeks after the workshop and will be emailed when ready.

*Registration covers admission for two adults to do together.
*Cost includes all art supplies including firing and glazing of your piece

Cost: $89.00 per person (Cost for Members: $71.00)

Stained Glass 3D Pumpkin

All Skill Levels

Begins 10/27/2024, Ends 10/27/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 10/25/2024

1 Sunday, 01:30 PM-04:30 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Laurie Turner

Offering this one-time workshop at CMA! Join our instructor and glass artist Laurie Turner for a fun day learning the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create this beautiful stained glass 3D pumpkin. Glass will be pre-cut. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited to eight students, so sign up today!

*Cost includes all art supplies.
*$22 worth of materials included in class cost.

Cost: $78.00 per person (Cost for Members: $62.00)

Sgraffito Tiles

All Skill Levels

Begins 11/12/2024, Ends 11/12/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 11/10/2024

1 Tuesday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 101

Instructor: CJ Ritenour

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Create your own beautiful ceramic tiles in this unique workshop. We will use simple hand-building techniques, including slip application and carving, to create these decorative pieces. All skill levels are welcome. Students will need to make arrangements to pick up fired pieces three to six weeks after the workshop and will be emailed when ready.

*Cost includes all art supplies including firing and glazing of your pieces.

Cost: $47.00 per person (Cost for Members: $37.00)

Ceramic Envelope Vase

All Skill Levels

Begins 11/13/2024, Ends 11/13/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 11/10/2024

1 Wednesday, 06:00 PM-07:30 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Shultz

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Welcome fall with a beautiful ceramic envelope vase that youve made yourself. We will use simple hand-building techniques, including texturing and folding, to make these decorative and functional vessels. No experience is needed; all levels are welcome. Students will need to make arrangements to pick up fired pieces three to six weeks after the workshop and will be emailed when ready.

*Cost includes all art supplies including firing and glazing of your pieces.

Cost: $49.00 per person (Cost for Members: $39.00)

Fused Glass Snowflake

All Skill Levels

Begins 11/21/2024, Ends 11/21/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 11/20/2024

1 Thursday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Amy Pepperney

Offering this one-time workshop at CMA! This 6-inch glass snowflake will bring sparkle into your home. Learn to design and assemble a fused glass piece using iridescent and transparent glass. No glass cutting is required. Our experienced instructor, Amy Pepperney, will guide you through the fundamentals of glass fusing and various forming techniques to help you create a truly unique piece. All skill levels are welcome. Finished work will be fired and ready for pick up in 2 weeks. Students will be emailed when ready.

*Cost includes all art supplies.
*$15 worth of materials included in class cost.

Cost: $62.00 per person (Cost for Members: $50.00)

Advanced Ceramics 6:30pm Tuesdays (Winter) (Prerequisite: 4 or more CMA Ceramics Classes or Instructor Approval)

All Skill Levels

Begins 11/26/2024, Ends 02/11/2025, no class 12/24/2024,12/31/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 11/24/2024

10 Tuesdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Bill Shearrow

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! This class is available for advanced students that have taken at least four ceramics classes at CMA or have received instructor approval to take the class. Form, surface design, glazing, and firing will be explored in greater depth during this class. Advanced students who have taken five or more CMA ceramics classes or working at a level determined to be advanced by the instructor will be required to do their own firing in cooperation with the Canton Ceramic Artists Guild to deepen their understanding of the process.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Ceramics 6:30pm Wednesdays (Winter)

Advanced

Begins 11/27/2024, Ends 02/12/2025, no class 12/25/2024,1/1/2025 - Register

*deadline to register: 11/25/2024

10 Wednesdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Bill Shearrow

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and, receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Laura works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Stained Glass Holiday Ornament Set

All Skill Levels

Begins 12/08/2024, Ends 12/08/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 12/06/2024

1 Sunday, 01:30 PM-04:30 PM

Room 101

Instructor: Laurie Turner

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Join our instructor and glass artist Laurie Turner for a fun day learning the basics of stained glass using copper foil, assembly, and soldering techniques to create a set of four beautiful stained glass holiday ornaments. Glass will be pre-cut. All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited to eight students, so sign up today!

*Cost includes all art supplies.
*$10 worth of materials included in class cost.

Cost: $68.00 per person (Cost for Members: $54.00)

Fused Glass Holiday Candleholder or Ornament

All Skill Levels

Begins 12/10/2024, Ends 12/10/2024 - Register

*deadline to register: 12/08/2024

1 Tuesday, 06:00 PM-08:00 PM

Room 102

Instructor: Amy Pepperney

Offering this NEW one-time workshop at CMA! Choose to create a holiday candleholder to light up your night or make an ornament to decorate your tree. Many design choices are available. Learn to design and assemble a fused glass piece with transparent glass. Our experienced instructor, Amy Pepperney, will guide you through the fundamentals of glass fusing and various forming techniques to help you create a truly unique piece. No glass cutting is required. All skill levels are welcome. Finished work will be fired and ready for pick up in 2 weeks. Students will be emailed when ready.

*Cost includes all art supplies.
*$15 worth of materials included in class cost

Cost: $56.00 per person (Cost for Members: $45.00)

Ceramics Independent Study (Winter) (Prerequisite: 3 CMA Ceramics classes or more)

Advanced

Begins 12/29/2024, Ends 03/02/2025 - Register

*deadline to register: 12/27/2024

10 Sundays, 01:00 PM-02:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Sarah DeBaun

Advanced ceramics students are now eligible for independent study at CMA! This option is available for a limited number of students who have taken at least three ceramics classes at CMA. Your registration fee provides access to the studio during all open studio hours, a locker for storage, access to studio tools and equipment, and a professional teaching artist mentor available to get you set up and answer any questions via email. Studio hours run from 9/29/24 - 12/15/24 (Minus adjusted hours due to museum closures) which coincides with our ceramics class schedule. Students with ceramics experience outside of CMA are not eligible for registration, as students need a strong working knowledge of CMA studio safety and procedures.

Additional costs, not included with cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
* PLEASE NOTE: The date and time "Sundays 1:00-2:00pm" is not the actual meeting time of independent study. Independent study is for access to ALL open ceramics studio hours.

Cost: $110.00 per person (Cost for Members: $88.00)

Classic Ceramics 1:30pm Sundays (Winter)

All Skill Levels

Begins 12/29/2024, Ends 03/02/2025 - Register

*deadline to register: 12/27/2024

10 Sundays, 01:30 PM-03:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: CJ Ritenour

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and, receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Laura works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Ceramics 6:30pm Thursdays (Winter)

All Skill Levels

Begins 01/02/2025, Ends 03/06/2025 - Register

*deadline to register: 12/31/2024

10 Thursdays, 06:30 PM-08:30 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Sarah DeBaun

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations, and receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Sarah works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Ceramics 10:00am Thursdays (Winter)

All Skill Levels

Begins 01/09/2025, Ends 03/13/2025 - Register

*deadline to register: 01/07/2025

10 Thursdays, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and, receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Laura works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)

Classic Ceramics 1:00pm Thursdays (Winter)

All Skill Levels

Begins 01/09/2025, Ends 03/13/2025 - Register

*deadline to register: 01/07/2025

10 Thursdays, 01:00 PM-03:00 PM

Room 104

Instructor: Laura Kolinski-Schultz

Offering this 10 week class in our ceramics studios! Beginning students will be taught the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students will refine their skills. Individual projects will include functional pottery and decorative work. Discover the ceramic process from start to finish, learn glazing techniques, watch demonstrations and, receive one-on-one attention with instructor help and feedback. Taken the class before? Laura works with each individual student to see them grow, sign up for multiple classes!

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from the CMA; the cost is $45.00 for 25 pounds of clay and includes cost of glazes and firing.
*Students are capped at 50 lbs. of clay per session. As an educational ceramics studio maintained by our Canton Ceramics Artists Guild volunteers who fire students' work, we are unable to accommodate production potters.
*Students may also purchase a clay tool kit ($15.00) from the CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits can be purchased during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Cost: $227.00 per person (Cost for Members: $182.00)