CLAY & NATURE CAMP / Ages 10-15

Experience a summer inspired by creativity and the great outdoors! Spend each session learning about the world of ceramics in our clay studio located at the Park’s Kranzberg Education Lab. This summer camp invites young artists to explore the natural world while developing their skills in wheel throwing, hand building, sculpting and glazing. Projects are designed to encourage an appreciation of art and nature in a fun studio atmosphere while embarking on guided nature hikes. Each week will focus on native plants, wildlife and ecosystems that will inspire their clay projects. Whether shaping clay, exploring the trails, or visiting the Park’s native wildflower patch, this camp nurtures curiosity, creativity and an appreciation for the environment around us! 

M-F / 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. / $360 per session

Session 1: June 23-27
Session 2: July 7-11
Session 3: July 14-18

Select a session above to register.

CLAY CLASSES and WORKSHOPS

Clay Classes and Workshops are taught by local, experienced Ceramic Artists in Laumeier’s Staenberg Family Foundation Clay Lab. Small group sizes provide participants with individual attention; projects are designed to allow participants the freedom to explore their own potential and creativity. Participants work at their own level and pace with guided instruction for skill improvement. Materials are always provided!

Wheel Throwing (Ages 16+)

Learn the techniques of wheel throwing and glazing to make functional clay pieces and non-functional sculptures. Designed to serve both first-timers and those well-experienced in wheel throwing, this class allows for one-on one instruction in a laid back environment. Class may be repeated.

406 / Ages 16 + / Wednesdays, June 18 - July 23 / 6–8:30 p.m. / $240

Clay Creatures 

Lions, tigers, and bears – oh my! Join us outdoors for a fun, creative clay workshop with other families here at the Park. Learn how to sculpt, pinch, and coil a lump of clay into a fierce lion, a flying bird or a whimsical creature from your imagination! Use textures and colors that will bring your clay creature to life. Leave your project with us to be kiln-fired and pick up your finished piece the following week. 

107 / Ages 4 to 12, with a favorite grownup / Saturday, July 19 / 1–3 p.m. /  Siteman Carriage House Deck / $45 

Wheel Throwing Together 

Share a potter’s wheel with your family member and learn basic wheel throwing techniques working side by side! Follow a step-by-step demonstration along with other families while you work on creating a small bowl or dish. Learn how to add hand-built embellishments and collaborate on color to make your project truly special.  

Due to limited space, each registration is limited to one student and one caregiver. Leave your project with us to be kiln-fired and pick up your finished piece the following week. 

108.1 / Ages 4 to 12, with a favorite grownup
Saturday, August 16 / 10–12 p.m. /
Kranzberg Education Lab/ $55 

108.2 / Ages 4 to 12, with a favorite grownup Saturday, August 16 / 1–3 p.m. /
Kranzberg Education Lab/ $55 

Please feel free to contact sharford@laumeier.org for more information on any of the above listed programs.