{"product_id":"glaze-chemistry-demystified-sep-12-oct-24-skips-oct-10-fall-2026","title":"Glaze Chemistry Demystified (Sep 12 - Oct 24, skips Oct 10) - Fall 2026","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for students with prior ceramics experience. Ages 16+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake a deeper dive into the science, structure, and mystery behind ceramic glazes in this hands-on course designed to demystify glaze chemistry through discussion, demonstration, experimentation, and testing. Ideal for curious makers looking to better understand why glazes behave the way they do, this class bridges the gap between creative exploration and technical understanding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the course, students will learn the foundational building blocks of glaze chemistry, including the function of common glaze materials, how various ingredients affect surface quality and firing results, and how to identify and troubleshoot common glaze flaws such as crazing, pinholing, crawling, blistering, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants will gain hands-on experience mixing glazes from scratch, creating test tiles, documenting results, and developing a stronger understanding of how clay bodies, surface application, and kiln atmosphere all interact in the final firing process. Emphasis will be placed on experimentation, observation, and building confidence through testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're looking to better understand commercial glazes, begin creating your own glaze recipes, or simply gain more control over your surfaces and firing outcomes, this class offers an approachable yet in-depth introduction to the world of glaze chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to expect:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to foundational glaze chemistry and glaze components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands-on glaze mixing and testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest tile creation and documentation methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding glaze flaws and troubleshooting techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExploration of surface quality, texture, color response, and fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscussion of clay body and glaze interaction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuidance on safe studio and material practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmphasis on experimentation, analysis, and process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is perfect for ceramic artists eager to move beyond simply using glaze and toward truly understanding it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA materials list will be provided closer to the start date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay of the Week\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturdays, 10am - 1pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSix Week Class Schedule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSeptember 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24 (skips October 10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeaching Artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKatie Francis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstructor Bio\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"comp-mlpwxabi5\" class=\"N8MGzv _v6ohL ZS_qLz PO9MfV comp-mlpwxabi5 wixui-rich-text\" data-testid=\"richTextElement\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_7 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eKatie Francis is a ceramic artist and educator based in San Diego, California.  She received her undergraduate degree in mathematics at Clemson University and her MFA with an emphasis in ceramics at San Diego State University. She has participated in exhibitions and craft shows across the nation, and she is an active member of the San Diego Potters Guild. She is currently an adjunct professor, teaching ceramics classes at several colleges in San Diego County. Her work has been featured in Ceramics Monthly and most recently in the exhibitions Viewpoint: Ceramics at the Hyde Art Gallery and Cup: The Intimate Object XXI at Charlie Cummings Gallery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrice\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNon-member $365\u003cbr\u003eGeneral membership and above $328.50 (Please use discount code: ICAMEMBERSAVE at checkout)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\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. Cancelations less than 7 days before the start of class are ineligible for refund.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll students receive FREE LAB ACCESS at the ICA after the second class meeting and an additional 3 weeks following the conclusion of the course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor all ceramics inquiries, please email Amber Hamblin-Pederson, Ceramics Program Manager, directly at amber@icasandiego.org\u003c\/span\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\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\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\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"icasandiego","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46788149510281,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3421\/9401\/files\/KTFrancisGlazeChem.jpg?v=1779400651","url":"https:\/\/icasandiego-art.org\/products\/glaze-chemistry-demystified-sep-12-oct-24-skips-oct-10-fall-2026","provider":"icasandiego","version":"1.0","type":"link"}