Mid-Shore Life

Artworks community craft and art center, headquartered in Chestertown, has announced its Fall clay classes at its studio located at the Arts at Still Pond Station in Worton. An opportunity for independent work is also available, and those enrolled in classes may practice during this Open Studio time.

“Total Beginners 4-Week Class”, taught by Gia Campana, is for those interested in working with clay but with little or no experience with the medium. Students become acquainted with fundamental clay forming skills such as pinch, coil, soft and hard slab construction, then move on to decoration and basic glazing procedures. Work may include plates, mugs, bowls and vases as well as sculptural forms. The class begins Friday, Oct. 1 from 9:30-12 noon.

“Continuing Potters Wheel” is a weekly class with Marilee Schumann, open to beginners as well as those who already know how to throw. Small classes with personal attention allow students to progress at their own speed, working on basic forms or more advanced designs, and decorative or functional pieces. Sessions are offered Tuesday evenings beginning Sep. 21 from 6:-8:30 p.m. or Wednesday mornings beginning Sep. 22 from 9:30-12 noon.