Adult Classes
This is someone with little or no clay experience. You might have taken a class or two, but it was years ago and you don’t remember much!
You might have taken several clay classes, or you’ve done a lot of work on your own. You feel comfortable enough in clay to be able to make basic forms. You have some knowledge of clay related terminology, but are looking to have a better understanding. You’re comfortable working independently.
Someone who has taken several clay classes within the past several years or worked with clay over a period of years. You feel at home working with clay, but are looking to expand your knowledge and skill set. This is someone who is confident working independently.
Beginning Handbuilding with Claire!
Saturdays from 11am-2pm
Starting February 17th-March 23rd
Handbuilding is foundational to clay work, and is therefore an indispensable tool for all who work in ceramics. In this class we will teach the basics of making pieces with your most important tools (your hands!) as well as larger tools like the slab roller, banding wheels, ribs and much more. Additionally, the Ranch studio is open for you to use at anytime until the class ends.
Returning students can take the class for a 10% discount.
Beginning tool sets are available at Boxcar Clay in Cottonwood or bring your own.
Some Tips ….
- Wear play clothes! Shoes should be old or washable
- Leave jewelry at home, especially rings, bracelets or watches
- If your hair is long, bring a tie-back
- Bring your curiosity and a sense of humor!
Beginning throwing on the wheel
Thursday evenings 6-8:00pm
Beginning February 8th- March 14th
Have you always wanted to try the wheel? Throwing pottery can be both relaxing and challenging. Sheryl will give demonstrations and then help you create your own pieces. This will be a small class, designed to give you as much attention as you need.
Clay, glazing, and firings are all included in the class as well as studio time for you to solidify your knowledge in between classes- come early, stay late or come another day (out-of-class time will be on your own without an instructor) the ranch is always open!
Tuition includes clay, glazes and firings (additional clay can be purchased as needed).
Beginning tool sets are available at Boxcar Clay in Cottonwood, or bring your own.
Some Tips ….
- Wear play clothes! Shoes should be old or washable
- Leave jewelry at home, especially rings, bracelets or watches
- If your hair is long, bring a tie-back
- Bring your curiosity and a sense of humor!
Dede and Pete’s Beginning/Intermediate throwing class!
Tuesday afternoons 2-4:00pm
Feb 13-March 19th
Dede and Pete are both successful professional potters, hailing from Bayfield, WI. They make and sell pottery out of their own shop (that had been Dede’s father’s).
Both are very experienced teachers who after all these years still love the process of throwing, decorating and firing pottery. Together, they can get a beginner off the ground and while upping the intermediate’s game. And you’ll have a great time doing it!
Tuition includes clay, glazes and firings (additional clay can be purchased as needed).
Beginning tool sets are available at Boxcar Clay in Cottonwood, or bring your own.
Why take classes at the Reitz Ranch?
This is an amazing place with a legendary past and an exciting future. The beautiful surroundings alone will inspire you, never mind a working studio with like-minded creatives. You’ll be taught by degreed professional artists who will share their passion for ceramics with you. Class sizes are kept small to give you better access to the teachers.
Classes at Reitz Ranch are something special. Don Reitz, the late owner of the ranch and internationally renowned artist and educator built the kiln shed, bunkhouse and lived on the ranch for 20+ years. It was Don’s dream to have a program for ceramic artists here. We are dedicated to taking that dream into the future and welcome you to join our community.
Don used his studio (“the bunkhouse”) for both pottery wheel work and handbuilding, a kiln shed that has 4 wood fired kilns and a salt kiln. In addition, we’re adding electric, gas and raku kilns to increase our options for creativity and education.
Reitz Ranch Cancellation Policy
– RR will offer a full refund of registration/class fees if cancellation is made at least 48 hrs. in advance of first class.
– If cancellation occurs less than 48 hrs. prior to the start of a class, participant will forfeit 50% of the total class fee, or, at the request of participant RR may credit the total amount to be used on alternative class at a later date.
– If cancellation or no-show occurs once the class has commenced RR reserves the right to withhold all Fees paid by participant. However, RR understands that extenuating circumstances may occur and will make every effort to take these into consideration. In some cases, participant may be eligible to receive a partial or full credit towards another class.