Form, surface design, glazing, and firing are explored in greater depth during this class. Designed for advanced students, with a prerequisite of four ceramics classes completed at CMA, or instructor approval. Students who have taken five or more CMA ceramics classes, or individuals deemed to be working at an apprentice level are required to complete 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 CMA; 45.00 includes 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 CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits are available for purchase during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work.
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Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 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 CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits are available to purchase during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Advanced ceramics students are 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. Tuition fee provides access to the studio during open studio hours, a locker for storage, access to studio tools and equipment, and a professional teaching artist mentor who is available during set times. Studio hours run concurrently with the Museum’s open hours and the seasonal  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 CMA; $45.00 includes 25 pounds of clay and 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. Studio hours run from 3/16/25 - 5/18/25 (Minus adjusted hours due to museum closures).

Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 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 CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits are available to purchase during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 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 CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits are available to purchase during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 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 CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits are available to purchase during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Discover the ceramic process from start to finish through instructor-led demonstrations, glazing techniques, and constructive feedback. Beginner students learn the basics of hand-building and wheel-work while intermediate students refine their skills. Individual projects include functional pottery and decorative work.

Additional costs, not included with class cost:
*All CMA ceramics students are required to purchase their clay from CMA; $45.00 includes 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 CMA.
*Both clay and tool kits are available to purchase during the first day of class and throughout the session as needed.

Drawing from life serves as the foundation for other art mediums. This still life drawing class uses pencil, ink, and pastels to help find your drawing style. Experiment with viewfinders, lighting, and mark-making tools to develop your observational skills and expressive linework.Registration includes drawing materials, but students are welcome to bring their own materials as well.

Learn the fundamentals of glass fusing. Cut, design and fuse glass in a kiln using an original design or ideas supplied by the instructor. Glass plates, bowls and jewelry are discussed in this series. All skill levels are welcome. 

Ceramic artist, Susan Mentrak, will demonstrate her unique approach to building large-scale coil vessels and creating textured surface decoration. Students will complete one large coiled vessel during this 5-part series. Designed for students who have completed one ceramics class and/or are familiar with the basic techniques of working with clay. 

Create a layered shadow box ring using sterling silver and a wide variety of metalsmithing techniques including: designing, stone setting, stamping/texturing, cold/hot connections, sawing, shaping, and adding patina. Artist Alexander Draven will walk you through each step from designing your ring to the beautifully polished final product. Add a small cabochon stone, metal cut outs and other adornments to personalize your one-of-a-kind ring.