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Wheel Throwing 1

Wheel Throwing 1

We will focus on mastering the foundational skill of throwing clean, even cylinders and expand into new forms such as bowls and plates. Students will also work on refining their trimming skills to ensure a clean and functional finished pot. Each class meeting will have a specific focus and students can expect to complete 8-10 pieces. The class will include discussions of clay, glazes, and kilns that will give students a holistic understanding of ceramics. Repeatable until students feel confident moving to an intermediate level class.

Experience level: Beginner! Designed for students with introductory level experience on the wheel who are working on their foundational skills. 

Student work will be available for pick up 1-2 weeks after the end of the class.

CLASS DETAILS

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Days: ​Wednesdays
Times: 9:30AM - 12PM
Dates: 
June 14 - August 2 (8 classes total)
Location: Ceramics Studios (417 E. Call St.)
​Instructor: Laurel Blackthorne
Ages: Adults
Level: Beginner
Tuition: $180 for members/$190 for non-members

Supplies: Tools and firing included, clay available for purchase


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​ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

LAUREL BLACKTHORNE (They/Them)
I am a community and self-taught ceramic artist. I’ve lived in Tallahassee for almost twenty years and absolutely love the community I have found here. While I’ve been working with clay for six years, I transitioned to a career in the arts in late 2020 out of a desire to engage with the world in a different way. My art focuses on themes of nature, queerness, resistance, and joy and I make a combination of functional pottery and ceramic sculpture. I think the strength of art is its ability to bring people together. Alongside my own artistic practice, I work as a pottery instructor specializing in helping students build strong foundations in ceramics and decorative techniques.

I am also the Executive Director and one of the founding members of the Queer Tallahassee Artists Collective. Founded in 2021 QTAC is committed to building economic opportunity and community spaces that celebrate LGBTQIA+ artists. I am deeply committed to the importance of arts in the Tallahassee community and recognize the importance of creating safe spaces for marginalized communities to engage in the arts.

​You can find me at BlackthorneCeramics.com and can always reach me at contact@blackthorneceramics.com. 
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You can view Laurel Blackthorne's website here!
The mission of LeMoyne Arts is to promote and advance education, interest and participation in the contemporary visual arts.
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Gallery Address: ​125 N. Gadsden Street Tallahassee, FL 32301​​
Education Center Address: 131 N. Gadsden Street Tallahassee, FL 32301
Email: contactus@lemoyne.org
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Education Email: education@lemoyne.org
Phone: 850-222-8800
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Gallery Hours
Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Monday & Sunday: Closed
We are located in downtown Tallahassee's Park Avenue Historic District:
  • Free on-street Parking available after 6PM on Gadsden, Park, and Call Streets.
  • Free parking also available at Capital City Bank and after 5PM at the Florida Council for Community Mental Health. 

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  • Events & Exhibits
    • Current & Upcoming
    • Previous Exhibits
    • Call to Artists >
      • Holiday Show Artist Application
      • Apply To Exhibit
    • Mahaska Whitley Student Exhibition
    • Chain of Parks Art Festival
    • Art & Soul Celebration
    • Annual Holiday Show
    • Gallery Calendar
  • Education
    • Adult Classes
    • Youth & Teen Classes
    • Workshops
    • Art Camp >
      • Summer Art Camp
    • Gift Certificates
    • Outreach to Schools
    • Education Calendar
  • Visit
    • Plan Your Visit
    • Gallery Shop >
      • Gallery Shop Artist Application
    • Field Trips
  • Rentals
    • Facility Rental
    • Birthday Parties
    • Group Studio Rentals
  • Ways to Give
    • Donate
    • Sponsorship Opportunities >
      • Exhibits Sponsorship
      • Education Sponsorship
      • Chain of Parks Sponsorship
      • Art & Soul Sponsorship
      • Holiday Show Sponsorship
      • Business Partnership
    • Art for Always >
      • Vision
      • Art for Always Recognition Opportunities
      • Art for Always Donor Stories >
        • Dozier Matching Challenge
      • Yrabedra Campaign
      • Honor Roll - AFA Donors
    • Sponsor a Scholarship
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