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Wednesday July 2, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE- Hand Building for Fall - Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE - Handbuilding for Fall - Summer 2025 - Jacqueline McDonough
Let’s get a jump start on the holidays by hand building pumpkins, owls, and other seasonal beings! We will explore basic hand building techniques including leaf prints on clay using the slab roller. You are only limited by your imagination!$150/participant + $35 materials fee.  ContactJacqueline McDonough770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com 
 
Thursday July 3, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Focused Wheel Throwing - Focused Wheel Throwing - Bottles - Summer 2025 - Romona Brisco
Summer:BottlesCome join me if you want to practice on coloring by throwing bottles! Designed for students who can throw cylinders at least 4 inches tall, this course focuses on shaping and coloring. As time permits, we will create taller and larger pieces. Practice outside of class with provided pugged clay and complete at least two, functional, well-made pieces. Additional guidance on trimming included. $110/participant + $20 materials fee. FALL:Plates and Pasta BowlsCome join me as we create plates and pasta bowls on the wheel! As time permits, we will focus on throwing a variety of plates on the wheel (according to well sizes) along with pasta bowls. For the best experience, students are strongly encouraged to use the studio outside of class to practice techniques discussed. No experience necessary but will help in achieving desired results. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). $125/participant + $30 materials fee.ContactRomona Brisco334-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
 
Tuesday July 8, 2025
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM    Foundations in Wheel-Thrown Pottery with Annika - Foundations in Wheel -Thrown Pottery - Summer 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee
Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore fundamental techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Learn to create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows! Other skills that may be offered as students show readiness include plate making, trimming recessed feet and attaching handles. Throughout the course, you will also have access to the JDCAC's Cermaics Studio to practice on a wheel during open studio hours. Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. $130 Class Fee + $35 Materials Fee. No class May 13th or August 12th to allow the day for final firing.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 501-2944elementalartcraft@hotmail.comelementalartcraft.org
 
Wednesday July 9, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE- Hand Building for Fall - Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE - Handbuilding for Fall - Summer 2025 - Jacqueline McDonough
Let’s get a jump start on the holidays by hand building pumpkins, owls, and other seasonal beings! We will explore basic hand building techniques including leaf prints on clay using the slab roller. You are only limited by your imagination!$150/participant + $35 materials fee.  ContactJacqueline McDonough770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com 
 
Thursday July 10, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Focused Wheel Throwing - Focused Wheel Throwing - Bottles - Summer 2025 - Romona Brisco
Summer:BottlesCome join me if you want to practice on coloring by throwing bottles! Designed for students who can throw cylinders at least 4 inches tall, this course focuses on shaping and coloring. As time permits, we will create taller and larger pieces. Practice outside of class with provided pugged clay and complete at least two, functional, well-made pieces. Additional guidance on trimming included. $110/participant + $20 materials fee. FALL:Plates and Pasta BowlsCome join me as we create plates and pasta bowls on the wheel! As time permits, we will focus on throwing a variety of plates on the wheel (according to well sizes) along with pasta bowls. For the best experience, students are strongly encouraged to use the studio outside of class to practice techniques discussed. No experience necessary but will help in achieving desired results. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). $125/participant + $30 materials fee.ContactRomona Brisco334-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
 
Friday July 11, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM    Basket Weaving 101 - Basket Weaving 101 - Early Session - Spring 2025 - Jaqueline McDonough
Are you ready to try basket weaving? This class is for you! We will be weaving 5 baskets, learning new techniques as we go. All materials are included. Class times are generously long for those who weave slower. Weaving is great exercise for your hands, but if you have any hand issues such as carpel tunnel, it may not be right for you. Two sessions will be offered: Early - 10am to 2pm or Late - 5:30pm to 8:30pm. $185 per personContact Jacqueline McDonough 770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com
 
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basket Weaving 101 - Basket Weaving 101 - Evening Session - Spring 2025 - Jaqueline McDonough
Are you ready to try basket weaving? This class is for you! We will be weaving 5 baskets, learning new techniques as we go. All materials are included. Class times are generously long for those who weave slower. Weaving is great exercise for your hands, but if you have any hand issues such as carpel tunnel, it may not be right for you. Two sessions will be offered: Early - 10am to 2pm or Late - 5:30pm to 8:30pm. $185 per personContact Jacqueline McDonough 770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com
 
Tuesday July 15, 2025
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM    Foundations in Wheel-Thrown Pottery with Annika - Foundations in Wheel -Thrown Pottery - Summer 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee
Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore fundamental techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Learn to create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows! Other skills that may be offered as students show readiness include plate making, trimming recessed feet and attaching handles. Throughout the course, you will also have access to the JDCAC's Cermaics Studio to practice on a wheel during open studio hours. Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. $130 Class Fee + $35 Materials Fee. No class May 13th or August 12th to allow the day for final firing.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 501-2944elementalartcraft@hotmail.comelementalartcraft.org
 
Wednesday July 16, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE- Hand Building for Fall - Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE - Handbuilding for Fall - Summer 2025 - Jacqueline McDonough
Let’s get a jump start on the holidays by hand building pumpkins, owls, and other seasonal beings! We will explore basic hand building techniques including leaf prints on clay using the slab roller. You are only limited by your imagination!$150/participant + $35 materials fee.  ContactJacqueline McDonough770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com 
 
Thursday July 17, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Handbuilding with Romona Brisco - Handbuilding - The Color Craze Chronicles - Summer 2025 - Romona Brisco
Summer:The Color Craze ChroniclesCome learn and enjoy with me the various techniques of coloring slip, clay, greenware, and bisqueware! Some of the projects include making colored slip, adding color to clay slabs that result in a marbled effect, and adding custom colored designs to greenware and bisqueware. The instructor will share personal experiences and "no frills" recipes. Note:  Some glazes discussed and used in class are for non-functional items only. Minor outside work may be necessary to complete projects or prep for the next class. No experience necessary! Please call or text for questions or concerns! $135 per participantFall:Plates and Bowls Using MoldsCome join me as we make plates and bowls using various molds and templates. Whether you have a design or special type of plate or bowl, sculptural or not, let's make it together! This class focuses on using slabs. However, pinch pots and coiling techniques may be needed and will be discussed. Surface design and layered glaze techniques will be also be discussed. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). Please call for questions. $155 ($125 class fee + $30 materials)Contact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
 
Tuesday July 22, 2025
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM    Foundations in Wheel-Thrown Pottery with Annika - Foundations in Wheel -Thrown Pottery - Summer 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee
Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore fundamental techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Learn to create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows! Other skills that may be offered as students show readiness include plate making, trimming recessed feet and attaching handles. Throughout the course, you will also have access to the JDCAC's Cermaics Studio to practice on a wheel during open studio hours. Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. $130 Class Fee + $35 Materials Fee. No class May 13th or August 12th to allow the day for final firing.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 501-2944elementalartcraft@hotmail.comelementalartcraft.org
 
Wednesday July 23, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE- Hand Building for Fall - Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE - Handbuilding for Fall - Summer 2025 - Jacqueline McDonough
Let’s get a jump start on the holidays by hand building pumpkins, owls, and other seasonal beings! We will explore basic hand building techniques including leaf prints on clay using the slab roller. You are only limited by your imagination!$150/participant + $35 materials fee.  ContactJacqueline McDonough770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com 
 
Thursday July 24, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Handbuilding with Romona Brisco - Handbuilding - The Color Craze Chronicles - Summer 2025 - Romona Brisco
Summer:The Color Craze ChroniclesCome learn and enjoy with me the various techniques of coloring slip, clay, greenware, and bisqueware! Some of the projects include making colored slip, adding color to clay slabs that result in a marbled effect, and adding custom colored designs to greenware and bisqueware. The instructor will share personal experiences and "no frills" recipes. Note:  Some glazes discussed and used in class are for non-functional items only. Minor outside work may be necessary to complete projects or prep for the next class. No experience necessary! Please call or text for questions or concerns! $135 per participantFall:Plates and Bowls Using MoldsCome join me as we make plates and bowls using various molds and templates. Whether you have a design or special type of plate or bowl, sculptural or not, let's make it together! This class focuses on using slabs. However, pinch pots and coiling techniques may be needed and will be discussed. Surface design and layered glaze techniques will be also be discussed. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). Please call for questions. $155 ($125 class fee + $30 materials)Contact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com
 
Tuesday July 29, 2025
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM    Foundations in Wheel-Thrown Pottery with Annika - Foundations in Wheel -Thrown Pottery - Summer 2025 - Annika Martinez Lee
Find your center! Make your mark! Whether it's your first time around or you're dusting off old skills, this course offers a supportive atmosphere in which to explore fundamental techniques for throwing vessels on the wheel. Learn to create table-ready bowls and cups, exploring different shapes as confidence grows! Other skills that may be offered as students show readiness include plate making, trimming recessed feet and attaching handles. Throughout the course, you will also have access to the JDCAC's Cermaics Studio to practice on a wheel during open studio hours. Consistent attendance is essential for success, since we cover new material each week. Kindly confirm that you can attend all seven class sessions before enrolling, as full refunds are not possible once the quarter begins due to 20% plus the materials fee being subtracted. $130 Class Fee + $35 Materials Fee. No class May 13th or August 12th to allow the day for final firing.ContactAnnika Lee(334) 501-2944elementalartcraft@hotmail.comelementalartcraft.org
 
Wednesday July 30, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE- Hand Building for Fall - Pumpkins, pumpkins and MORE - Handbuilding for Fall - Summer 2025 - Jacqueline McDonough
Let’s get a jump start on the holidays by hand building pumpkins, owls, and other seasonal beings! We will explore basic hand building techniques including leaf prints on clay using the slab roller. You are only limited by your imagination!$150/participant + $35 materials fee.  ContactJacqueline McDonough770-715-1741ladylovesgrits@hotmail.com 
 
Thursday July 31, 2025
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Handbuilding with Romona Brisco - Handbuilding - The Color Craze Chronicles - Summer 2025 - Romona Brisco
Summer:The Color Craze ChroniclesCome learn and enjoy with me the various techniques of coloring slip, clay, greenware, and bisqueware! Some of the projects include making colored slip, adding color to clay slabs that result in a marbled effect, and adding custom colored designs to greenware and bisqueware. The instructor will share personal experiences and "no frills" recipes. Note:  Some glazes discussed and used in class are for non-functional items only. Minor outside work may be necessary to complete projects or prep for the next class. No experience necessary! Please call or text for questions or concerns! $135 per participantFall:Plates and Bowls Using MoldsCome join me as we make plates and bowls using various molds and templates. Whether you have a design or special type of plate or bowl, sculptural or not, let's make it together! This class focuses on using slabs. However, pinch pots and coiling techniques may be needed and will be discussed. Surface design and layered glaze techniques will be also be discussed. Some outside work may be required. No experience necessary. No makeup work will be given as studio access is available outside of class (hours will be posted on studio door). Please call for questions. $155 ($125 class fee + $30 materials)Contact Romona Brisco (334)-703-6140mona_bnice2024@yahoo.com