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ceramics

ceramics skill levels: 

Nearly 50 years ago, clay provided the catalyst for

Open to all - Students of any skill and knowledge level.

transforming a ranch into Anderson Ranch Arts Center.

Level I - Students are new to ceramics and have no formal
training.

Then and now, the ceramics program at the Ranch
serves as a community for examining techniques,
exchanging ideas and making ceramic art and pottery.
Students have the opportunity to learn from guest faculty
who blend tradition and innovation. Beginning and emerging
ceramists will gain a strong foundation, while experienced
and established ceramists will gain new perspectives and
techniques. The Ranch ceramics team and interns are your
support team, providing feedback and troubleshooting,
giving you the freedom to experiment and grow. Personal
growth and artistic discovery are paramount, with finished
pieces representing only a part of the process.
The Soldner Ceramics Center is comprised of more than
10,000 square feet in three buildings. The Lyeth/Lyon kiln

Level II - Students have a basic understanding of forming
techniques, such as throwing and handbuilding. Students have
taken one or two ceramics classes or workshops.
Level III - Students have significant experience with clay forming
techniques, such as throwing, handbuilding and modeling.
Students are comfortable with ceramics equipment, such as
wheels, extruders and slab rollers. Students are self-starting
with some formal training and have taken a minimum of three
classes or workshops.
Level IV - Students have advanced skills and knowledge of the
ceramics field. Students are highly motivated, have a minimum
of five years experience in the field and have a portfolio of
their artwork. Typical students are academics and professional
artists.
Contact Artistic Director Doug Casebeer with questions at
970/923-3181 x238 or Studio Coordinator Ralph Scala at
970/923-3181 x210.

building is equipped with gas, electric, soda and wood kilns
for both oxidation and reduction firings at all temperature
ranges. The Long Ceramics Studio is a space for handbuilding

Anderson Ranch thanks its educational partners for supporting our
ceramics program with their products and services

workshops. The Soldner Ceramics Studio was designed to

DIVERSIFIED

feel like home - a warm, welcoming space for working with

CERAMIC
SERVICES, INC.

clay.

nceca members receive 20% off tuition
for all Ceramics 2015 Summer Workshops!

This discount cannot be combined
with any other offers, promotions or scholarships

nceca,

the professional association for the ceramic arts, provides its members with
continuing education, professional development, exhibition, publication and presenting opportunities.

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