Classes + Camps
Wednesday 11/4, 6-8pm, Pottery: Butter Dishes
Wednesday 11/4, 6-8pm, Pottery: Butter Dishes
In this class we will explore clay and create something you can use everyday. We will use hand-building techniques to create a functional butter dish that can be used in your home everyday. We will explore many different decoration techniques so your imagination can run wild. So get excited and get ready to put your hands in clay!
Meet the Teacher: Norah Clements
My name is Norah Clements and I was born and raised in the Charleston area. I graduated from Clemson University in December 2024 (Go tigers!) where I received a double major in Art and Economics. After my fateful first class in ceramics, I fell in love with the medium and couldn’t stay away. I was inspired by the magic of atmospheric kilns and the transformation that clay undertakes as we work with it.
I began teaching ceramics at Beyond Basic Life Skills in the summer of 2024, where we work with adults with intellectual disabilities to help them develop a variety of skills so they can achieve anything they set their mind to. My job involves finding adaptive ways to bring the magic of clay into the hands of everyone who comes into my studio. I’m here now to bring that magic into your hands!
Each pottery piece is fired twice and takes 2-4 weeks to be ready for pick up. You will be contacted via email when your pottery is ready. Pottery not claimed within 90 days will be considered a donation to Public Works Art Center. Artists are required to collect their artwork within the designated pickup period. We reserve the right to sell, display, auction or otherwise use the artwork at its discretion to benefit the nonprofit. We are not responsible for unclaimed work or responsible for any damage incurred to the work not claimed within the pickup window. But we really want you to have your art back so please come get it!
Bookings for classes at Public Works Art Center are subject to the following terms:
- Your booking is not confirmed until full payment has been made.
- All payments are made online through Square. If you are unable to pay via Square, you can pay via check (please stop by the art center during business hours or call us at (843) 900 – 3225 to notify intent to mail a check). Confirmation of the class will only occur once the check clears.
- Painting workshops can result in paint getting on clothing and personal items. We advise you to wear old clothes to all workshops. We take no responsibility for damages due incurred at classes. Your personal items are your responsibility. You may be coming home from the workshop with a wet painting. Please ensure you have planned for how you will transport your painting home.
- Photos – You are welcome to take photos of your progress throughout the day. You will need to get the permission of other students and your teacher to take photos of other’s work. Note – Your instructor may take photos of the class throughout the day. These photos may or may not be used for marketing purposes including (but not limited to) use in websites, social media, blogs, advertising, print media and more. If you do not wish to be in photos from the class or give your consent for your images to be used for marketing purposes, then it is your responsibility to inform your instructor at the start of the class. Failure to notify your instructor will mean your acceptance of these terms.
- We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule classes where required. In the event of a cancellation by us, you will receive a full refund.
- Cancellation Policy – If you wish to cancel your booking, a minimum of one week’s notice is required. You will receive a full refund for cancellations where at least one week notice is given. No refunds will be given for cancellations with less than one week notice.
By booking an art class, you are accepting these terms and conditions and agree to be bound by them.
Please arrive at least ten minutes prior to the start of your class, and plan to stay the entire time.