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Ceramics Open Studio

Next session: October 22nd to December 17th, 2025

$380 More Info

Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts offers the best equipped studio in the Mountain Top region. If you’re a potter/sculptor working with clay, come enjoy working at your own pace on your ideas/visions. There will be bisque firings, cone 6 oxidation firings, and participation in one cone 10 soda firing at the conclusion of the course. This unique opportunity is for makers who have a knowledge of the ceramics processes with which they need to continue to develop their ‘voice.’ Additional clay is available for purchase.

Saturdays. 8:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sundays. 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesdays. 8:00am - 8:00pm

Course Fee: $270
Lab Fee: $70 [includes 25 lbs. clay and firings, including participation in a soda firing]
Registration Fee: $40

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2D Studio

Next session: October 26th to December 21st, 2025

$340 More Info

Are you interested in learning/continuing to draw, paint & collage but don't know where to start or would like to polish up your skills? If so, this 2D class is perfect for you! This 8-week course is designed for artists of all levels. refine your techniques, skills and discover your unique style under the guidance of experienced instructors in a supportive learning environment. Explore fundamental techniques, expand your artistic vocabulary and develop your unique style. With a focus on individual growth, this class nurtures creativity and builds confidence. No prior experience is necessary.

Sundays. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Course Fee: $270
Lab Fee: $30
Registration Fee: $40

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Wheel Throwing Pottery

Next session: October 26th to December 21st, 2025

$370 More Info

This exciting course is for folks who want to learn how to make pots on the potter’s wheel or would like a refresher for skills already learned. Students will be taught the A to Z about preparing clay and using tools that are unique to this fascinating process of creating functional pottery. Glazing and firing techniques will be covered. There will be demonstrations, heaps of individual attention, and lots of discussions about ceramics’ rich history. Join us here in the most beautiful ceramics studio in the Catskill region!

Sundays. 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Course Fee: $270
Lab Fee: $60 [includes 25 lbs. clay and firing]
Registration Fee: $40

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Hand Building Ceramics

Next session: October 26th to December 21st, 2025

$370 More Info

This dynamic and enjoyable course is intended for anyone who has the desire to build with clay those ‘things’ that their minds’ eye can imagine! Come join us in our sunny and well-equipped studio at the foot of Thomas Cole Mountain and put your hands to work. Basic techniques such as coil building, slab construction, scoring, and pinch forming will be taught. You don’t have to have any experience delving into this exciting world of creating sculptures, vessels, or any other form that crosses your mind. Applying engobes, underglazes, and glazes with be presented through demonstrations, exercises, with time to practice!  

Sundays. 2:00 pm - 5:00pm

Course Fee: $270
Lab Fee: $60 [includes 25 lbs. clay and firings]
Registration Fee: $40