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Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $325
  • 5 W 63rd St, New York, NY
  • 17 hours & 30 minutes over 7 sessions

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  • $325
  • West Side YMCA @ 5 W 63rd St, New York, NY 10023
  • 17 hours & 30 minutes over 7 sessions
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this clay class:

Push your work forward by exploring functional forms in series.  We will also work on altering forms and finish up with decorative and glaze techniques.  Beginners are welcome.

Refund Policy

The refund policy varies by branch however in most instances a refund is only given if the Y cancels a program. Program credit may only be issued in special circumstances. We don't offer any make up classes.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at ArtWorks at West Side YMCA (113)

(4.6-star rating across 113 reviews)
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 4/27/2019
    It would have been great to have more communication up front about the expectations that it was required that I purchase my own tools (where to get them and what they should be).
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by Cioty T. on 3/7/2019
    great class
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 12/24/2017
    It’s great!!
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by jin hee k. on 10/30/2017
    The place and people are great!
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by Sara V. on 10/29/2017
    Great class, awesome teacher!!
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 8/20/2017
    Great class and the open studio is free!
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 8/14/2016
    The instructor was awesome, and the course included open studio time. I learned so much and can't wait to take another class!
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by Johnna H. on 11/3/2019
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Reviewed by Cioty Yanti T. on 1/10/2019
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 2/28/2018
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 1/10/2018
  • Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate)

    Anonymous review on 11/3/2017
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Students had a positive experience in the Explorations with Clay: Wheel (Beginner/Intermediate) class, praising the instructor and the overall atmosphere. One recurring issue mentioned by a student was a lack of upfront communication regarding the need to purchase their own tools. Students felt that they learned a lot during the course and were excited to continue their clay exploration in future classes. The opportunity to participate in open studio time was also mentioned as a valuable aspect of the class. Overall, the students praised the class, the instructor, and the learning experience. Direct quotes: 1. "I learned so much and can't wait to take another class!" 2. "The instructor was awesome, and the course included open studio time." 3. "Great class and the open studio is free!"

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ArtWorks at West Side YMCA

The ArtWorks program offers a variety of classes in the visual arts, including ceramics, stained glass, drawing, and water-color. We have been offering craft classes to the Upper West Side community for over 30 years.

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