{"title":"Spring 2026 Adult Classes","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"beginner-and-intermediate-wheel-throwing-april-8-may-13-wednesdays-5-30-8-30pm-spring-2026","title":"Beginner and Intermediate Wheel Throwing (April 8 - May 13, Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30pm) - Spring 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLearn the fundamentals or level up your wheel throwing skills in this supportive, hands-on class. Beginners will focus on centering, pulling walls, and creating basic forms. Intermediate students can refine techniques, explore new forms, and build consistency. Individual guidance meets you where you’re at, whether you're touching clay for the first time or returning to the wheel with more confidence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll students receive one month of FREE LAB ACCESS at the ICA Ceramics Lab. 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Enrolling early prevents classes from being canceled, and ensures your placement in them!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation\/Refund Policy: Cancel up to 7 days before the start of class for a full refund. Cancellations less than 7 days before the start of class are ineligible for refund.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterested in deepening your ceramics knowledge? This class forms part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/certificate-program\/\"\u003eICA Ceramics Certificate Program\u003c\/a\u003e course sequence. To learn more and save on ICA courses, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/certificate-program\/\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin our clay community! Become a ICA Ceramics Lab member and work independently in the studio 7 days per week. For more info, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/ceramics-studio\/\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"icasandiego","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45211008729225,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3421\/9401\/products\/Wheel-Throwing-Beginner-Intermediate-scaled_f623508c-1893-487e-be91-a6dca4c3a884.jpg?v=1664317850"},{"product_id":"creative-wheel-throwing-altered-forms-2-day-workshop-march-14-and-15-10am-1pm","title":"Altered Forms Creative Wheel Throwing 2-Day Workshop (May 30 \u0026 31, 10am-1pm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"060f1a92-cbe6-45a7-9096-139f78b5badc\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePush your wheel-thrown work beyond symmetry in this two-day intensive focused on altered and expressive forms. In this hands-on workshop, students will explore techniques such as cutting, paddling, faceting, darting, and reshaping thrown vessels to create movement, intention, and individuality in their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis workshop is best suited for students who are comfortable centering and throwing basic forms and are ready to experiment with new approaches to form. Demonstrations will emphasize timing, clay thickness, and structural integrity, with plenty of guided studio time to explore and refine techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWork created during the workshop will be \u003cstrong\u003ebisque fired and ready for pick up in 2-3 weeks after the class concludes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Students are invited to return during Open Lab hours to glaze their pieces. 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This class forms part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/certificate-program\/\"\u003eICA Ceramics Certificate Program\u003c\/a\u003e course sequence. To learn more and save on ICA courses, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/certificate-program\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"icasandiego","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45214731337865,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3421\/9401\/files\/LandEPhotoshoot_100924-43.jpg?v=1762497823"},{"product_id":"wild-clay-and-alternate-firings-exploration-saturdays-april-4-may-9-spring-2026","title":"Wild Clay and Alternate Firings Exploration (Saturdays, April 4 - May 9) - Spring 2026","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"337c609b-811e-44ec-adba-47f0ef0eb003\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"2\"\u003eExplore wild, locally sourced clay by foraging, processing, and testing raw materials to understand ceramics from their natural origins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"2\"\u003ePractice handbuilding techniques and surface preparation while designing forms for experimental and alternative firing methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"2\"\u003eDevelop a foundational understanding of non-traditional ceramic processes through oxidation, obvara, and pit firing, gaining insight into atmospheric effects and material behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this six-week class, students will explore ceramics from the ground up by working with wild, locally sourced clay and multiple alternative firing methods. Participants will forage for clay both on and off campus, learning how to identify, process, and test raw materials for use in ceramic work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing handbuilding techniques, students will create forms specifically designed for experimental firing. Instruction will cover clay testing, shrinkage, and absorption, as well as surface preparation for different firing environments. Finished work will be fired using a combination of oxidation firing, obvara firing, and pit firing, offering students a broad introduction to non-traditional ceramic processes and atmospheric effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is open to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall skill levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is ideal for students curious about material origins, process-driven work, and experimental approaches to ceramics. By the end of the session, students will have a deeper understanding of clay as a natural material and firsthand experience with multiple alternative firing techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helena Westra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saturday, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, and 9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10AM-1PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuition: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-member $365, General membership and above $330\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Please use discount code: ICAMEMBERSAVE at checkout)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor Bio: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelena Westra (b. Holland, Michigan) is a sculptor and interdisciplinary artist based in San Diego, California. Working with clay, soil, and other natural and found materials, she is a creator of objects, installations, and performance. Her practice centers around belonging, ancestral connection, and the cyclical phenomena of both land and body. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestra has exhibited at the Athenaeum Art Center, Quint Gallery, and the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, and her work has been supported by residencies and teaching engagements throughout Southern California. She is a 2025 Windgate-Lamar Fellow. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestra received her AA in Studio Art from MiraCosta College in 2022 and her BA in Sculpture from San Diego State University in 2025.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote that all classes are subject to minimum enrollment. Enrolling early prevents classes from being canceled, and ensures your placement in them!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancelation\/Refund Policy: Cancel up to 7 days before the start of class for a full refund. Cancellations less than 7 days before the start of class are ineligible for refund.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInterested in deepening your ceramics knowledge? This class forms part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/certificate-program\/\"\u003eICA Ceramics Certificate Program\u003c\/a\u003e course sequence. To learn more and save on ICA courses, click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/icasandiego.org\/certificate-program\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"icasandiego","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45233726750857,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3421\/9401\/files\/WildClayPic1.heic?v=1770315434"}],"url":"https:\/\/icasandiego-art.org\/collections\/spring-2026.oembed","provider":"icasandiego","version":"1.0","type":"link"}