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SPRING CLASSES WILL BE POSTED ON FEBRUARY 18. 
​REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 7, 5PM

Classes

London Clay Art Centre offers classes for adults, teens and children. Share the excitement of learning pottery in a state-of-the-art facility with experienced instructors, eager to work with participants at all skill levels.
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Annual Class Calendar
​London Clay Art Centre offers 4 class sessions during the year. Sessions are usually between 8 and 10 weeks in length.
Registration for each session begins one month before start time. 

Fall session: Mid September
Winter session: January
Spring session: March
Summer session: June

Gift Option:
We do not offer Gift Certificates for classes. However, if you would like to purchase a class as a gift, please click on the Gift Option field under your choice of class. We will email you a customized, high-resolution LCAC card ready to print and present to your recipient. 
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Student Handbook
Please click here to review our Student Handbook. This handbook will provide necessary class information to ensure an optimal learning experience.

Accommodation Policy
​The London Clay Art Centre strives to make the classes accessible and inclusive for all participants. Please advise of any requests for accommodations at the time of registration.

Online Registration
We are pleased to offer the convenience of online registration using a secure Paypal account. Use your Visa or Mastercard to securely register for classes online. (more about security from Paypal) Here is how it works:
  1. Review the classes below, and choose the class or classes you would like to take. Click the Add to Cart! button to choose a class. (You can remove it later if you change your mind or make a mistake.
  2. You will be directed to Paypal's secure website, where you can set up a Paypal account in a few easy steps. You will enter your Visa or Mastercard number and expiration date.
  3. Paypal will notify and send your payment directly to the London Potters Guild.
If you have any trouble with online registration, contact the program coordinator.

Need more information? Contact: 
Program Coordinator 519.434.1664 Ext. 2

​The London Clay Art Centre reserves the right to cancel classes.  Please review our Refund Policy for more information.
  • A full refund is available for withdrawals occurring two weeks prior to class/workshop start.
  • A full refund will be issued if a class/workshop is cancelled.
  • A 50% refund will be issued for class/workshop withdrawals within two weeks before a class starting.
  • No refunds will be issued after the class/workshop begins.
  • Missed classes/workshops are not refunded and make-up classes/workshops are not available.
See the classes available below

    If you have questions, or require more information about classes, please contact us.

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WINTER SESSION 2019


ADULT WHEEL CLASSES

WHEEL COMBO
​You will be introduced to the basics on the potter’s wheel. You will also explore what you can create with your hands through coiling, slab building and press molding.  This class will conclude with the glazing and decorating of your unique clay creations. Skill Level: All Levels

​​Toolkit Required: $13.27 + 1.73 hst = $15.00. New students must purchase their own tools. Toolkits available for purchase at the first class.

*NEW DATE ADDED!
Location
: London Clay Art Centre (664 Dundas Street, London)
Date: Jan 18 to Mar 8, Fridays (8wks)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm 
​Instructor: Nicole Waddick
​Cost: $210.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) + HST
(WI62-CO)
Fees
Gift Option:

Location: LCAC WEST (Hutton House Pottery Studio: 654 Wonderland Rd N, London)​
Date: Jan 6 to Mar 3, Sundays (9wks)
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
​Instructor: Christine Torres
Teaching Assistant: Paul Guran
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI13-COHH)
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Location: LCAC WEST (Hutton House Pottery Studio: 654 Wonderland Rd N, London)
Date: Jan 9 to Mar 6, Wednesdays (9wks)
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Instructor: Brian Barry
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI33-COHH)
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

WHEEL COMBO II 
​In this intermediate course, LCAC Artist-in-Residence and Instructor, Jordan Scott will support your development in handbuilding and wheel work. Students will focus on making larger, more diverse forms as well as exploring glazing and decorating techniques. Skill Level: Must be able to consistently center unassisted.

Toolkit Required: Bring your toolkit from your previous class.

Date: Jan 7 to Mar 4, Mondays (9wks)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Instructor: Jordan Scott
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI22-CO)
Fees
Gift Option:

WHEEL 
In this class you will learn the basic techniques of centering, pulling, shaping, trimming, and finishing on the potter‘s wheel.  This is the perfect place to start or revisit developing and refining throwing skills. Classes will include the glazing and decorating of your clay pieces. Skill Level: All Levels

Toolkit Required: $13.27 + 1.73 HST = $15.00 New students must purchase their own tools. 
Toolkits available for purchase at the first class.

Date: Jan 6 to Mar 3, Sundays (9wks)
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Instructor: Kyle Thomson
Teaching Assistant: Shelley Cribbin

​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI13-WH)
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)​

​Date: Jan 8 to Mar 5, Tuesdays (9wks)
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Instructor: Melody Green
Teaching Assistant: Shelley Cribbin
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI33-WH)
​​
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Date: Jan 9 to Mar 6, Wednesdays (9wks)
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Instructor: Shelley Boa
Teaching Assistant: ​Kerri Jerome
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI43-WH)
​
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Date: ​​Jan 10 to Mar 8, Thursdays (9wks)
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Instructor: Gene Timpany
Teaching Assistant: Barbie Rahn
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI52-WH)
​SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Date: Jan 10 to Mar 8, Thursdays (9wks)
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
​Instructor: Bev McNaughton
Teaching Assistant: Angela Patterson
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI53-WH)
​SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)​

WHEEL SHORT SHORTS *NEW*
Short shorts may not be for everyone - but our WHEEL Short Shorts definitely are - especially if you are completely new to pottery. Using the potter's wheel, participants will create up to three pots and choose from three glaze colours to complete their creations. Bring your lunch! The pieces will be later fired and glazed by the instructor, ready for pick-up two weeks following the workshop. 
Date: January 23 Wednesday
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm (Bring Your Lunch, 1hr lunch break)
​Instructor: Gene Timpany
​Cost: $100.00 ​+ HST
(WI41-WHa)
​
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)​​​

WHEEL II
This intermediate class is for those who have completed one or more wheel classes. Students will continue to improve their throwing skills by making larger and more complex forms. This could include plates, bowls, and jars with lids. There will be room for self-direction. Students will work on all skills in the clay process which include trimming, glazing and firing. ​Skill Level: Must be able to consistently center unassisted.

Toolkit Required: Bring your toolkit from your previous class.

Date:  Jan 7 to Mar 4, Mondays (9wks)
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Instructor: Shelley Boa
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI23-WH)
Fees
Gift Option

OPEN WHEEL STUDIO *NEW* 
Independent studio time is essential to the growth and nourishment for all potters. These non-instructional sessions are an opportunity to practice skills learned in regular classes. An experienced and knowledgeable Open Studio facilitator will be on site to monitor and provide information about studio safety policies and procedures. Open Studio is a practice session only , no work will be kept; reclaim clay will be used. Participants are welcome to work on pieces-in-progress from class. Participants must bring their own tools. To register for the LCAC Open Studio classes students MUST be registered in a winter wheel course. ​ ​

Date:  February 23, Saturday
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
​Cost: $20.00 ​+ HST
(WI73-OS)
Fees
Gift Option

ADULT HANDBUILDING CLASSES

Pinch & Coil
Create pots using two traditional handbuilding skills: pinching and coiling. Under the direction of a master builder, students will combine these two techniques while exploring variation in size and shape. Expect to create several quality pieces, with glazing taking place as they are completed. Skill Level: Intermediate clay experience required; previous handbuilding class(es) preferred.

Special Toolkit Required: $30.00 + 3.90 HST = $33.90 New students to Leslie's course must purchase this special toolkit. 
Toolkits available for purchase at the first class.

​Date: Jan 7 to Mar 4, Mondays (9wks)​
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
​Instructor: Leslie Donald
​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI23-HB)
Fees
Gift Option:

As Seen On Pinterest
​Here is your opportunity to try your hand at creating your favourite Pinterest finds! Bring to class images from your pinboard and learn basic handbuilding techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab construction with surface decoration including glazing to complete your piece. Skill Level: All Levels. 

​Date: Jan 8 to Mar 5, Tuesday (9wks)​
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
​Instructor: Laila Brandt
Teaching Assistant: Melanie Macdonald

​Cost: $235.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI33-HB)
1 Space Available
Fees
Gift Options:

Sculpture (Beginner to Advanced)
Learn to handbuild sculptural and/or decorative pieces instructed by LCAC International Artist-in-Residence, Daumante Stirbyte. You will learn a variety of techniques and tricks, which will be useful to a complete beginner as well as to an advanced potter. Students will be able to work on projects of their own choosing and learn at their own pace under the guidance of the instructor. Feel free to bring images of what you'd like to make!  Skill Level: All Levels
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​Date: Jan 10 to Mar 7, Thursdays, (9wks)
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
​Instructor: Daumante Stirbyte
Teaching Assistant: Shelley Cribbin
​Cost: $235.00  + $27.00 (materials fee) ​+ HST
(WI53-SC)
​SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)​​
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ADULT (SUPER FUN) WORKSHOPS​

Hearts & Flowers 
Come join us for a Valentine's Day inspired workshop. Enjoy creating, shaping and painting a slump heart bowl and a bud vase. All materials and tools are included in the adults only workshop.
​​Date: Feb 10, Sunday
Time: 2:00-4:00pm 
​Instructor: Jenn Jack
​Cost: $30.00 + HST
(WI12-WS)
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere
Handbuild your own drinking vessel! Whether it's a stein, mug, goblet, highball or horn - your handbuilt vessel will elevate your drink at any time of the day, because after all...it's 5 o'clock somewhere. Materials included. Skill Level: All Levels
​Date: Jan 19, Saturday
Time: 6:30-8:30pm 
​Instructor: Laila Brandt
​Cost: $30.00 + HST
(WI73-WSa)
​SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Ghost (A.K.A. Date Night)
Ohhhh, my darling.....our Ghost movie-inspired date night will have all the Demis and Patricks​ alike whispering ditto. Your instructor will begin with a brief tutorial and demo on the potter's wheel, followed by your own Ghost style throwing of clay. Each couple will choose a pot, which will be later fired and glazed to your liking. ​Materials included. Skill Level: All Levels
*ANOTHER NEW DATE ADDED!
Date:
 Jan 12, Saturday
Time: 6:30-8:30pm 
​Instructor: George Cho
​Cost: $60.00 + HST (per couple)
(WI73-WSe)
​​
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

*NEW DATE ADDED!
Date:
 Feb 2, Saturday
Time: 6:30-8:30pm 
​Instructor: Jordan Scott
​Cost: $60.00 + HST (per couple)
(WI73-WSd)
DITTO - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Date: Feb 9, Saturday
Time: 6:30-8:30pm 
​Instructor: Jordan Scott
​Cost: $60.00 + HST (per couple)
(WI73-WSb)
DITTO - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Potters and Knitters Unite
Hey Knitters (and Crocheters)! Using clay, learn how to handbuild a beautiful yarn bowl. Days of rolling, tangled, dust-collecting balls of yarn will be a thing of the past once you've completed this (super fun) workshop. Materials included. Skill Level: All Levels
Date: March 2, Saturday​
Time: 6:30-8:30pm 
​Instructor: Kerri Jerome
​Cost: $30.00 + HST 
(WI73-WSc)
​​SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

YOUTH CLASSES

Adventures in Clay Level I
For the creative young potter, either new to pottery or refining skills, who will use basic pottery techniques (pinching, coiling, and slab construction), to make both functional and artistic creations. One week will be spent “playing in the mud” as we try out the potter’s wheel. Students will decorate and glaze their final projects and finish up the session with clay games. Materials included. Skill Level: All Levels
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​Date: Jan 12 to Mar 2, Saturdays (8wks)
Ages: 7-12yrs
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
​Instructor: Karen Bailey
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Teaching Assistant: Dora Foster
​Cost: $140.00 
(WI72-KI)
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SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)​

Adventures in Clay Level II
For the older student who competently uses basic pottery techniques and is ready to combine them in creative new projects. Extra wheel time will be offered, along with more advanced projects and exposure to new forms of pot decoration. As students are expected to work more independently, they will be invited to bring in images to try. 
Materials included. Skill Level: At least 3 previous pottery sessions and/or camps, and be willing to attempt independent work.
​Date: Jan 12 to Mar 2, Saturdays (8wks)
​
Ages: 10-15yrs
Time: 3:30-5:30pm
​Instructor: Karen Bailey
Teaching Assistant: Christine Stringle

Cost: $140.00 
(WI72-KII)
​​SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)​

FAMILY CLASSES

Parent & Child​
Bond while you play! No matter your level of experience, this class will be fun for both parent and child. With each working at their own level we will make pieces using hand-building techniques including pinching, coiling and slab construction, and also try out the potter’s wheel. It’s a chance for family members to connect over clay while creating together. Expect to bring home lots of treasures… times two!
Ages: 12-16yrs + Parent/Guardian
Date: Jan 11 to Mar 1, Fridays  (8wks)
​
Time:  6:30-9:00pm (2.5hrs)
​Instructor: Elly Pakalnis
Teaching Assistant: Christine Stringle

​Cost: $260.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​​+ HST
  (Parent and one child)
​
Cost: $320.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​​+ HST
​  (Parent and two children) 
(WI63-PC)
2 Spaces Available 
Fees
Gift Option

Ages: 7-12yrs + Parent/Guardian
​Date: Jan 12 to Mar 2, Saturdays  (8wks)
​
Time:  9:30am-12:00pm (2.5hrs)
​Instructor: Catherine Regan
Teaching Assistant: Melanie Macdonald

​Cost: $260.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​​+ HST
  (Parent and one child)
​
Cost: $320.00 + $27.00 (materials fee) ​​+ HST
​  (Parent and two children) 
(WI71-PC)
​
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Creating Together Workshop
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Create memories and mugs together! In this workshop, parent/guardian and child will enjoy learning slab construction to hand-build matching mugs. Completed mugs will be fired and glazed by the instructor, ready for pick up two weeks after your workshop. P.S. We've heard hot chocolate tastes the best in matching mugs! Skill Level: All Levels​
Ages: 6-12 yrs​ + Parent & Guardian
Date: Jan 20 Sunday
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Time: 2:00-4:00pm 
​Instructor: Karen Bailey
Cost: $60 (Parent & One Child) + HST
          $90 (Parent & Two Children) + HST
Materials Included. 
(WI12-PCa)
​​
SOLD OUT - Please contact program coordinator to be put on the waiting list. (see form at bottom of page)

Ages: 6-12yrs + Parent/Guardian
​Date: Jan 27 Sunday
​
Time: 2:00-4:00pm 
​Instructor: Karen Bailey
Cost: 
 $60 (Parent & One Child) + HST
          $90 (Parent & Two Children) + HST
Materials Included.
(WI12-PCb)
Fees
Gift Options:

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We regret that we cannot fire pottery that has been made outside of classes at the LCAC. Pottery made in a pottery class at the LCAC must be fired within the scheduled period of that class. Any leftover clay from a class can be used in your next class or donated to our children’s classes.
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