Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

Wheel Try It Saturday--SOLD OUT
2024-03-02 10:30 - 12:15 (America/Chicago) | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Our most popular workshop featuring in-depth demonstrations. This class will teach you the following steps: how to center clay on the wheel, and how to pull a small form (cups or bowls). This class is more about the process of working with clay on the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. Projects will then be dried on our shelves and fired in the kiln, then coated with a white glaze and fired again. Your finished projects will be available for pickup 3 weeks later at ICCGS. This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.
Date: Saturday, March 2nd
Time: 10:30 AM–12:15 PM
Cost: $40.00/person

Pre-registration online is required for classes and most workshops. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students’ work will be available for pickup 3 weeks after the end of their session/workshop. Please note that you will not be emailed or called to pick up your work. All remaining projects will be discarded after 60 days.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
Weather: If your workshop is scheduled to be outside, you will be given the option to work inside, or take home a project.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

Advanced Glass - 8 weeks - 3 spots remaining
2024-03-05 10:15 - 12:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Advanced Glass Study
This is a class for prior glass students only, prior approval from the instructor is mandatory. Demonstrations will be class directed. Basic warm glass skills required.
Date: Tuesdays, March 5th–April 23rd
Time: 10:15 am-12:00 pm
Cost: $210.00
Instructor: Lindy Ethier

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Wheel 2.0--Trimming & Bowls: Tuesday Evenings
2024-03-05 17:45 - 19:30 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Wheel 2.0–Trimming & Bowls
8 WEEKS
The next step in learning the wheel. This class will provide an introduction to the basic trimming technique and exploration of creating a bowl shape on the wheel. For Ages 18+. For the most success in this class, students should be sufficient in throwing a cylinder and have taken Beginning Pottery or Wheel 1.0. Students are encouraged to use the Open Studio Time.
Date: Tuesdays, March 5th–April 23rd
Time: 5:45pm-7:30pm
Cost: $210.00–8 weeks
Instructor: Roger Bergen

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Beginning Glass - 8 weeks
2024-03-06 10:15 - 12:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Beginning Glass–8 weeks
This is a class for beginners. Demonstrations will focus on building warm glass skills. Ages 18+. This class is for individuals with little to no experience.
Date: Wednesdays, March 6th–April 24th
Time: 10:15am-12:00 pm
Cost: $210.00
Instructor: Lindy Ethier

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Intermediate Wheel: Thrown and Decorative Piercing Techniques--SOLD OUT
2024-03-06 17:45 - 19:30 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Intermediate Wheel: Thrown & Decorative Piercing Techniques
8 WEEKS
Students will focus on elevating their basic forms on the wheel with decorative techniques of piercing and cutting with tools. Students will create unique forms and elevate them in the process. Learn about techniques for successful piercing techniques and pattern development, forms created could include lanterns and berry bowls. This class is also open to hand builders. For Ages 18+. For the most success in this class, students must have completed Beginning Wheel 1.0 & 2.0 and be sufficient in throwing a cylinder and low-wide forms. Students are encouraged to use the Open Studio Time.
Date: Wednesdays, March 6th–April 24th
Time: 5:45pm-7:30pm
Cost: $210.00- 8 weeks
Instructor: Jennifer Hatch

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Introduction to Pottery: Cylinders & Cups: Thursday Evenings--SOLD OUT
2024-03-07 17:45 - 19:30 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Introduction to Pottery: Cylinders & Cups
8 WEEKS
This class is an Introduction to working with clay. Students will learn a different approach to making on the pottery wheel by using both handbuilding and traditional wheel processes. You will learn different ways to make basic cylinders and cups. We encourage students to take this class 1-3 times. For Ages 18+. This class is for individuals with little to no experience.
Students are encouraged to use the Open Studio Time.
Week 1: Introduction to the Wheel and Coiling Cylinders
Week 2: Introduction to Thrown Coils on the Wheel
Week 3/4: Introduction to Traditional Thrown Cylinders on the Wheel
Week 5: Introduction to Glazing
Week 6: Last Wet Work Day, Glazing Day
Week 7: Final Glazing Day
Week 8: Advanced Demo by request

Date:Thursdays, March 7th–April 25th
Time: 5:45pm-7:30pm
Cost: $210.00–8 weeks
Instructor: Kelly Koppel

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Introduction to Pottery: Cylinders & Cups: Friday Mornings--SOLD OUT
2024-03-08 10:15 - 12:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Introduction to Pottery: Cylinders & Cups
8 WEEKS
This class is an Introduction to working with clay. Students will learn a different approach to making on the pottery wheel by using both handbuilding and traditional wheel processes. You will learn different ways to make basic cylinders and cups. We encourage students to take this class 1-3 times. For Ages 18+. This class is for individuals with little to no experience.
Students are encouraged to use the Open Studio Time.
Week 1: Introduction to the Wheel and Coiling Cylinders
Week 2: Introduction to Thrown Coils on the Wheel
Week 3/4: Introduction to Traditional Thrown Cylinders on the Wheel
Week 5: Introduction to Glazing
Week 6: Last Wet Work Day, Glazing Day
Week 7: Final Glazing Day
Week 8: Advanced Demo by request

Date: Fridays, March 8th–April 26th
Time: 10:15 – 12:00 PM
Cost: $210.00–8 weeks
Instructor: Hannah Song

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Friday Night Out: Carved Spring Candle Lanterns
2024-03-08 18:30 - 20:30
Friday Night Out: Carved Candle Lantern
Come in after a long week and get creative! Gather your friends and/or partner and join us for a fun Friday Night Out—for 21 and over only. Participants may BYOB.

In this workshop you will create a one-of-a-kind candle lantern, pre-made on the ceramic wheel by your Instructor. Participants will dream up their designs, then using x-acto knives, you will transfer it into the clay to ‘cut away’ and create the design. Projects will result in cut outs that will dance on your walls when illuminated with a light or a candle. Participants may also choose to paint their lanterns using ceramic glazes, or leave their forms ‘natural clay’. The options are endless! Candle not provided. Finished projects will be approximately 4×4 and will be ready for pick up 3 weeks later.
Date: Friday, March 8th
Time: 6:30PM–8:00PM
Cost: $45.00 person

Friday Nights Out at ICCGS! 21 years and older. Join us in the studio for a fun project. BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage). We’ll teach you about clay or glass – and you’ll have a lot of fun! No experience is necessary. In each workshop you will create a piece of art that is yours to keep, then pick up your works 3 weeks later.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 72 hours/ 3 days before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117

MOBILE WORKSHOP AT CEDAR RAPIDS MUSEUM OF ART---Glass Succulent Plant Stake and Painted Pot
2024-03-09 13:00 - 14:30
Glass Succulent Plant Stake & Painted Clay Planter
In this mobile workshop at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, an Instructor from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio will show you how to cut pieces of glass and assemble them to resemble leaves and stems on a succulent plant. You can also decorate a pot to “plant” your succulent in. Completed glass projects will then be taken back to Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for firing in the kiln, and available for pickup 3 weeks later at the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located across from NewBo Market.
Date: Saturday, March 9th
Time: 1:00-2:30 pm
Cost: $30/person
Ages 10+
Location: The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Instructor: Lindy Ethier, Director of Glass at the ICCGS,

Introduction to Pottery: Cylinders & Cups: Saturday Afternoons--SOLD OUT
2024-03-09 13:30 - 15:15 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Introduction to Pottery: Cylinders & Cups
8 WEEKS
This class is an Introduction to working with clay. Students will learn a different approach to making on the pottery wheel by using both handbuilding and traditional wheel processes. You will learn different ways to make basic cylinders and cups. We encourage students to take this class 1-3 times. For Ages 18+. This class is for individuals with little to no experience.
Students are encouraged to use the Open Studio Time.
Week 1: Introduction to the Wheel and Coiling Cylinders
Week 2: Introduction to Thrown Coils on the Wheel
Week 3/4: Introduction to Traditional Thrown Cylinders on the Wheel
Week 5: Introduction to Glazing
Week 6: Last Wet Work Day, Glazing Day
Week 7: Final Glazing Day
Week 8: Advanced Demo by request

Date: Saturdays, March 9th–April 27th
Time: 1:30pm– 3:15pm
Cost: $210.00–8 weeks
Instructor: Emma Burnett

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

Empty Bowls---Bowl-a-Thon--SOLD OUT
2024-03-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Empty Bowl Project Bowl-a-thon: In Partnership with Marion Arts Festival
Join us for us for our annual Bowl-a-thon making party! Each year we invite volunteers to come into the studio and create bowls for the Empty Bowl Project at the Marion Arts Festival. Sign up to throw a bowl on the wheel (experience necessary) or make one by hand (no experience necessary). We supply the clay: you supply the creativity. This year, pre-registration is required to help us know how many to prepare for. This event is free and open to the public, all bowls created will be sold at the 2024 Marion Arts Festival, will benefit the Empty Bowls Program of Marion Arts Festival, sponsored by Veridian Credit Union – all proceeds from this program go to local area food banks, helping fight food insecurity in the community.
There are TWO options available for volunteers to create bowls: Wheel (must have previous experience throwing on the wheel) and Hand Building (no experience necessary). Please go to the link to register.
Wheel Throwing: throw some bowls on the wheel (must have wheel experience) 4:00-5:00 PM, 5:00-6:00 PM and 6:00-7:00 PM
Hand building Bowls (no experience necessary–instruction sheets will be available): Stop in between 4-7pm, 1 bowl should take approximately 30-45 minutes to create.
If you would like to participate in painting the bowls, we will have a volunteer workshop on April 20th from 11am-3pm.
Date: Saturday, March 9th
Time: Between 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
The annual Empty Bowls sale takes place Saturday, May 18th at the Marion Arts Festival in Uptown Marion.

Wheel Try It Sunday--SOLD OUT
2024-03-10 10:30 - 12:15 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Our most popular workshop featuring in-depth demonstrations. This class will teach you the following steps: how to center clay on the wheel, and how to pull a small form (cups or bowls). This class is more about the process of working with clay on the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. Projects will then be dried on our shelves and fired in the kiln, then coated with a white glaze and fired again. Your finished projects will be available for pickup 3 weeks later at ICCGS. This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.
Date: Sunday, March 10th
Time: 10:30 AM–12:15 PM
Cost: $40.00/person

Pre-registration online is required for classes and most workshops. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students’ work will be available for pickup 3 weeks after the end of their session/workshop. Please note that you will not be emailed or called to pick up your work. All remaining projects will be discarded after 60 days.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
Weather: If your workshop is scheduled to be outside, you will be given the option to work inside, or take home a project.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

Wheel 2.0--Trimming & Bowls: Sunday Afternoons
2024-03-10 13:30 - 15:15 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Wheel 2.0–Trimming & Bowls
7 WEEKS
The next step in learning the wheel. This class will provide an introduction to the basic trimming technique and exploration of creating a bowl shape on the wheel. For Ages 18+. For the most success in this class, students should be sufficient in throwing a cylinder and have taken Beginning Pottery or Wheel 1.0. Students are encouraged to use the Open Studio Time.
Date:Sunday, March 10th–April 28th (no class March 31st)
Time:1:30pm– 3:15pm
Cost: $200.00–7 weeks
Instructor: Alea Walter

Class Policies & Procedures
The fee for one session provides for the following (unless otherwise specified): Studio Policies and Procedures can be found at this LINK.

For clay classes, tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, access to glazes and shelf space. Clay Students are responsible for purchasing clay and all firing costs
For Glass classes,tuition includes class instruction, open studio access, basic materials (use of frits, stringers, noodles) and 18” shelf space. Glass Students are responsible for purchasing glass and all firing costs.
Clay and Glass Students are responsible for purchasing clay, glass, personal tools (if desired) and all firing costs via our supply store LINK. Firing costs range by size (a 5-inch cup is approximately $5.00 to fire). All firing should be paid online, prior to firing, via our payment system.
For Open Studio access, students are required to adhere to ICCGS Open Studio Policies

Waiver of Liability: In signing up for this class/workshop you understand that there are certain dangers, hazards, and risks inherent in working in a Ceramic and Glass Studio. If tools and/or equipment are used improperly, they can cause personal injury. ICCGS does not assume responsibility for any such personal injury or property damage including stolen personal items while on the property. In addition, by putting items in our kilns, you understand that there are intrinsic risks to the firing process, and projects may get damaged.
Make-up Policy: ICCGS is not responsible for changes in students’ personal schedules. For adult classes, all students should attend their one scheduled class per week to ensure that they keep up with the sequential material covered in class. If a class MUST be missed, no additional makeup classes, refunds, or credits for class will be given for missed classes. Private lessons, for current ceramic students, are available at $35 per hour.
Age Requirements: All students in 4-8 week classes must be 18 years of age at the time of their session. For individuals between the ages of 14-17, an adult registered in the same class may accompany them as their supervisor. For Open Studio time outside of class time, individuals must be 18 years of age to work in the studio unaccompanied.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. In glass classes full length pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Cancellation Policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credited for a future class/workshop. Credit will be given in the form of a voucher (to be used only for future classes/workshops). Participants may cancel their session for future class credits no less than 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop is scheduled to begin. No refunds are available. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org.
Weather: In case of inclement weather, please refer to our Facebook page: Iowa Ceramics Center (www.facebook.com/iowaceramicscenter) for all cancellations. Your class will be rescheduled at your Instructor’s discretion.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 11th Avenue side of the building.
Parking: There are two small parking lots on the 10th Avenue side and 11 Avenue side of the Cherry building. There is also plenty of Street parking on both sides of the Building (11th Ave & 10th Ave). You can enter the building from either side. We are on the first Floor.
Open Studio Policy for 4-8 week classes: All students enrolled in the current session of classes are encouraged to come in and practice outside of their class time. This is only available for currently registered students, guests are not allowed in the studio. Please note that space is only available for open studio time when a class/workshop is not occurring, please check our online schedule prior to coming in.
Payment for all Firing: We utilize an online payment system for all kiln firing. All firing must be paid for prior to firing with a credit card via our online system. You will be given detailed information on how to do this in your first class. You can access the kiln firing system at the following website: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/
End of Session Policies: Completed and fired work will only be held for 30 days after the end of session. Students must clear off their shelves by the last class session, so that we can assign shelves to students in the next session. All work or personal items left on shelves after the final class will become property of the studio.

SPRING BREAK: Ceramic Wheel Workshop for Kids
2024-03-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Spring Break Ceramic Wheel Workshop for Kids
Sign up your kids to join us for a 1-day Ceramic Wheel Workshop, for kids only ages 8-16. This Spring Break Workshop will introduce your camper to the ceramics wheel. Participants will be taught the fundamentals of wheel throwing and glazing. Students will learn techniques using the wheel to make a cup and bowl. One project will be chosen to be fired. Projects will be dried on our shelves, then fired in our kilns for pick up 3 weeks after camp ends.
Date: Wednesday, March 13th
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Cost: $35/person
Instructor: Kelly Koppel

Pre-registration online is required for classes and most workshops. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students’ work will be available for pickup 3 weeks after the end of their session/workshop. Please note that you will not be emailed or called to pick up your work. All remaining projects will be discarded after 60 days.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. Masks are mandatory in the studi.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
Weather: If your workshop is scheduled to be outside, you will be given the option to work inside, or take home a project.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

SPRING BREAK: Handbuilding Animal Pinch Pot Workshop for Kids
2024-03-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Spring Break Animal Pinch Pot Workshop for kids:
Sign up the kids to join us during Spring Break week! In this workshop they will learn basic hand-building techniques such as pinching, making proper attachments to create an animated pinch pot animal clay. These fun animals would be perfect to hold a plant, coins, candy or treasures. Participants will then add color by painting them with our special ceramic glazes, making their project truly one of a kind! Your camper’s project, approximately 4”x4”, will be available for pick up three weeks after their workshop. This workshop is for ages 7-15.
Project: Animal Pinch Pot
Date: Thursday, March 14th
Time: 1:00-2:30 pm
Cost: $25/person
Instructor: Kelly Koppel

Pre-registration online is required for classes and most workshops. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students’ work will be available for pickup 3 weeks after the end of their session/workshop. Please note that you will not be emailed or called to pick up your work. All remaining projects will be discarded after 60 days.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. Masks are mandatory in the studi.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
Weather: If your workshop is scheduled to be outside, you will be given the option to work inside, or take home a project.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

Friday Night Out: On the Wheel--SOLD OUT
2024-03-15 18:30 - 20:30
Friday Night Out: On the Wheel
Come in after a long week and get creative! Gather your friends and/or partner and join us for a fun Friday Night Out—for 21 and over only. Participants may BYOB.
This is a 2-hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel and having fun! Projects will then be glazed white and fired by staff, available for pickup 3 weeks later.
Date: Friday, March 15th
Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm
Cost: $40.00/person

Friday Nights Out at ICCGS! 21 years and older. Join us in the studio for a fun project. BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage). We’ll teach you about clay or glass – and you’ll have a lot of fun! No experience is necessary. In each workshop you will create a piece of art that is yours to keep, then pick up your works 3 weeks later.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 72 hours/ 3 days before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117

Wheel Try It Saturday
2024-03-16 10:30 - 12:15 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Our most popular workshop featuring in-depth demonstrations. This class will teach you the following steps: how to center clay on the wheel, and how to pull a small form (cups or bowls). This class is more about the process of working with clay on the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. Projects will then be dried on our shelves and fired in the kiln, then coated with a white glaze and fired again. Your finished projects will be available for pickup 3 weeks later at ICCGS. This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.
Date: Saturday, March 16th
Time: 10:30 AM–12:15 PM
Cost: $40.00/person

Pre-registration online is required for classes and most workshops. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students’ work will be available for pickup 3 weeks after the end of their session/workshop. Please note that you will not be emailed or called to pick up your work. All remaining projects will be discarded after 60 days.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy. Masks are mandatory in the studi.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
Weather: If your workshop is scheduled to be outside, you will be given the option to work inside, or take home a project.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

Soda Firing Wadding Workshop--SOLD OUT
2024-03-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Soda Kiln Wadding Workshop

Date: Saturday, March 16thTime: 4-5PMInstructor: Rick Tibbott
Description: New for 2024, all Soda Firing Participants MUST attend a Wadding workshop for the upcoming April 12th-14th Soda Firing. This mandatory workshop is intended for March-April enrolled students who would like to have work fired in the April 12-14th Soda Firing.
A Soda Firing will produce different effects than our standard High Fire firings. The results are more atmospheric due to the amount of soda ash introduced into the kiln at the top firing temperature. However, this advanced firing technique takes additional preparation and staff hours. In this workshop you will learn about wadding techniques for the ICCGS soda kiln. All artists are required to wad their work for the soda kiln and need to take this workshop to fire in the ICCGS soda kiln.
Participants must be currently enrolled in the session.
COMMUNITY SODA PREPARATION POLICY:
1- Participants must participate in at least one Soda firing-related workshop to understand the preparation and loading processes offered by ICCGS, in order to have their work fired in the Soda Kilns.
2- Participants will add wadding to their own pieces to help save time. Wadding is available two weeks before the firing (April 12-14). All wadding must be completed one day before the loading date, at most the week before.
Link to the soda kiln policy: https://iowaceramicscenter.square.site/kiln-policies

All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

The Friday Fluxadelic Reading Group
2024-03-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
FRIDAY AFTERNOON: The Friday Fluxadelic Reading Group
Date: Friday, March 29thTime: 1-3PMLocation: ICCGS ClassroomCommunity Organizer: Rick Tibbots
Must be a 2024 Friend of the Center to participateDescription: The focus of this group is to develop a deeper appreciation of the ceramics arts through conversation and community. The topic of each meeting will be a reading selected by Rick Tibbott. Those participating in the reading group are welcome to bring treats to share. There is no cost but individuals are required to register. The reading will be emailed to those who register, 4 weeks ahead of the meeting date.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.

Friday Night Out: Glass Patchwork Plate--SOLD OUT
2024-03-29 18:30 - 20:00
Friday Night Out: Glass Patchwork Plate
In this month’s workshop, participants will cut and stack pieces of colored glass to make a 6×6 Plate. The result will look like a colorful quilted patchwork design.
Date: Friday, March 29th
Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Cost: $50.00/person

Friday Nights Out at ICCGS! 21 years and older. Join us in the studio for a fun project. BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage). We’ll teach you about clay or glass – and you’ll have a lot of fun! No experience is necessary. In each workshop you will create a piece of art that is yours to keep, then pick up your works 3 weeks later.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 72 hours/ 3 days before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117

Wheel Try It Saturday--SOLD OUT
2024-03-30 10:30 - 12:15 | Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Our most popular workshop featuring in-depth demonstrations. This class will teach you the following steps: how to center clay on the wheel, and how to pull a small form (cups or bowls). This class is more about the process of working with clay on the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. Projects will then be dried on our shelves and fired in the kiln, then coated with a white glaze and fired again. Your finished projects will be available for pickup 3 weeks later at ICCGS. This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.
Date: Saturday, March 30th
Time: 10:30 AM–12:15 PM
Cost: $40.00/person

Pre-registration online is required for classes and most workshops. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. Students’ work will be available for pickup 3 weeks after the end of their session/workshop. Please note that you will not be emailed or called to pick up your work. All remaining projects will be discarded after 60 days.
What to wear: Students must wear closed toed shoes for safety and ceramic wheel students should wear clothes they do not mind getting messy.
Cancellation policy: ICCGS reserves the right to cancel sessions due to the minimum enrollment not being met. In that event, participants will be notified and credit for a future class/workshop credit will be given in the form of a certificate. Participants may cancel their session for future class credits 7 days/ 1 week before the class/workshop begins. You may email us at info@iowaCeramicsCenter.org about your cancellation.
Weather: If your workshop is scheduled to be outside, you will be given the option to work inside, or take home a project.
All classes and workshops are held at: Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, located in the NewBo district in the Cherry Building at 329 10th Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The center is located on the first floor in Suite 117. Please enter the building through the 10th Avenue side of the building.
