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3720 Camel Grove, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904, USStudio Address

Bemis School of ArtOrganizational Affiliation

About the Artist Facilitator

From discovering adobe clay as a child to receiving a Masters Degree from San Diego State University in 1978, I just wanted to play in the mud! I’ve had the opportunity to study with many of our ceramic icons and traveled internationally for ceramic workshops. I was granted a teaching assistantship at San Diego State University, taught at Pikes Peak Community College, and retired from Cheyenne Mountain High School, District 12. I have owned a gallery/pottery, shown in numerous galleries and shows, been a Business of Arts Center artist and a member the Commonwheel Co-op in Manitou Springs. I am a two time Clayfest champion, was Teacher of the Year in District 12 and High School Art Educator of the Year awarded by Colorado Art Education Association. I teach at Bemis School of Art at the Fine Arts Center, where I continue to share my knowledge and passion for clay with adults and children.

As the step-daughter of a Navy officer, I have an appreciation for the challenges of military family life. It will be an honor to work with military service members, veterans and their families to give a stimulating, expressive and beneficial clay experience. Come play in the mud with me!

MY EXPERIENCES

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About this Experience

Spend two fun hours learning to handbuild mugs from pre-textured clay slabs. First, make a cylinder mug with buttons, then make a whimsical tripod mug. In two weeks, come back for an hour to glaze your mugs. You will love your personalized Mugs! Dates to be determined for two Saturday mornings at Bemis School of Art. Materials and tools will be provided. Masks upon request.





Level:
Beginner
Type:
Individual
Age:
All Ages

Credit Cost: 3
Venue:
Bemis School of Art
Located at:
818 Pelham Place, Colorado Springs
Date(s):
September 9 – November 18 (Saturdays)
Time(s):
9 - 11 a.m.
Textured Slab Mugs
Level:
Experience Level 1 Beginner
Experience Level 2 Intermediate
Type:
Individual Individual
Group/ Public Group - Open to Community
Group/ Private Group - Military/Veteran Only
Age:
All Ages All Ages
Youth Youth
Adult Adult
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