MORNING CLASSES 10am-12:30pm – All levels are welcome
From hand-building to wheel throwing and altering. You will learn different techniques and explore different surfaces, play with textures, silk screen, mono prints, transfers, sgraffito, mishima, slip.. and more. We explore many ways to bring your voice to your work!
EVENING CLASSES 7-9:30pm – intermediate level second floor and beginners level main floor.
Our Intermediate class will take you to the next level of pottery, if you are looking to push yourself and learn some new techniques, this is the right class for you.
We will focus on wheel throwing techniques, some projects might include how to make jars and teapots, throwing more than 5lbs on the wheel, throwing taller pots in multiple parts or small pots off the hump.
We focus on Functional pieces and some furnace decorations. Get creative with your every day dishes and gadgets.
This 1st bag is typically enough for 8 weeks for beginners. Additional bags are $38, with all firing, labour, and glazing included.
*No clay from outside the studio is allowed. Please understand that each bag of clay bought from our studio includes firing, labour, and glazing. We cannot offer these services for free, please respect the costs/time/utilities of the work our technicians are doing for you.
*It is recommended that first time students purchase a Tool Kit if you do not already have your own tools.
There is no refund, only store credit with a minimum of 2 weeks notice
Our Store credit has no expire date and can be used for any classes or workshops.
*Classes run 10 weeks, 2.5 hours per class:
Fall 2024
Start/end week: Sept 30 – Dec 9
10 weeks
(no classes Oct 14)
Winter 2025
Start/end week: Jan 6 -March 10
10 weeks
(no classes Feb 6 Family Day)
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Meet Our Instructors:
Alisa Greve
Alisa began exploring her love of pottery as a ceramics student at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario in 1992. She returned there in 2011 after a nine year hiatus and set up a studio in her home 5 years ago. Since retiring from a 33 year career in elementary teaching, she has become a “small batch” potter.
Nature inspires Alisa’s work and is notable in the varied leaf motifs in the exterior surface decoration as well as in the sky blue, pale green and rose pink interior of her pots. Her pottery is both unique and functional. It is simple in form and design but intricate in its decoration and is made to be used and enjoyed every day. Her pots reflect her love of nature and of simple beautiful things and her belief that everyday objects should bring joy and happiness to one’s life.
https://www.instagram.com/alisagrevepottery/
Karla Rivera
I am a ceramic artist born and raised in Mexico City. After some traveling, I moved to Hamilton Ontario. At this point I started to listen to my artistic voice and got involved in the world of ceramics. In 2021 I obtained a Bachelor degree of Craft and Design in Ceramics from Sheridan College.
My work consists of functional and sculptural ceramics.
With the help of clay, the use of different materials, and composition, I am building a bridge between beliefs, thoughts and experiences.
I like to play with the forms and functions of objects that can serve more than one purpose.
https://www.instagram.com/karlarivera_studio/
https://karlarivera.com/
Nina Lalla
I’ve been drawn to the dirt since I was a child. Always outside digging holes and building mud castles. I didn’t know what clay was until 11 years old when it was introduced as part of my art class at school. We made sculptural cups. The idea of taking a ball of clay and forming it into something out of nothing enticed me in ways I didn’t understand at the time. From that point I began walking towards the path of Clay. Throughout my journey with clay I sought out a higher education in ceramics through Sheridan College – Craft and Design Ceramics program from 2012 to 2015. Upon graduating from school I was fortunate enough to start my teaching career at Creative Insight Pottery in the summer of 2015 where I have been teaching and creating my own works since.
I focus on functional wares within my own making. I like the idea of having a purpose and a use. Being able to invite someone to interact and use an object that I’ve introduced to the world, is such a neat experience as an artist, it is the same excitement a chef feels when serving a meal to their guests and then awaiting the feedback. Whether it’s good or bad you learn something from that experience.
Monica Protacio
Monica Protacio is a Filipino-Canadian artist who specializes in functional ceramics inspired by her experiences living with neurodivergence. Prior to attending Sheridan’s Ceramics program, Monica previously worked in the hospitality industry for several years after attending culinary school. While doing art as a hobby, she decided to enroll in the Art Fundamentals program at Sheridan where she was introduced to the world of ceramics. Living with ADHD, she gravitated towards the visual and tactile qualities of clay. She eventually graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Craft and Design specializing in Ceramics after honing her craft in wheel-thrown pottery showcasing tactility and well-designed function.
https://www.instagram.com/mpro.ceramics/
Lindsey West
I started doing pottery as a teenager and I immediately fell in love with the creative possibilities of working with clay.
I graduated Trent university with a bachelors degree in environmental studies and a minor in agriculture. While studying at Trent, I took classes and eventually taught at the Kawartha Potters Guild for a number of years. I also had an apprenticeship with Marsha Cox under Forks Road Pottery in Grimsby Ontario. Since then, I’ve worked at multiple pottery studios throughout Ontario and continue to work at my craft.
My work is influenced and inspired by my love of nature. I have a passion for sustainability and self reliance; how to create things from scratch and learning ancestral skills. Currently I enjoy making functional houseware. I’ve been getting into using stains to dye the clay different colours. Natural earth tones and organic forms and shapes are what inspires me. I enjoy challenging myself and seeing what new pieces I can create. Pottery is one of my greatest passions and I look forward to sharing what I’ve learned with you!
Katia Liberato Lemos
Katia Liberato Lemos is the owner/creator of Creative Insight Pottery. Originally from Brazil, Katia came to Canada alone at 19 and soon became a graduate of Sheridan College’s ceramics program at Sheridan College. She has been featured on ‘CityLine’ TV in Toronto, ‘Hamilton Life’ TV, ‘West of the City’, and in ‘Our Homes’ magazine. She is the winner of a scholarship to the Metchosin Summer School for the Arts, a Betty Kantor award winner, and has been invited for ‘A Sale of the Best of the Regions’ exhibition at the Art Gallery of Hamilton as well as the Gardiner Museum of Ceramics.
Katia has been teaching children & adult ceramics classes throughout the Waterdown/Burlington/Oakville area for over 10 years, and is committed to continue growing a positive community space for those who understand the value of arts and creativity for the health and well-being of people of all ages.
Nesli
Nesli Pakkal is a passionate potter ,primarily focusing on wheel work. She creates a wide range of both contemporary and traditional pieces including a line of Ottoman/Turkish designs that back to the 15 th century. She continues to refine her skills through the Mohawk College Ceramics program, and by joining workshops of master potters . Nesli’s work has been on exhibit at the Art Gallery of Burlington several times . She takes part in seasonal sales of Burlington Potters Guild and Hamilton Potters Guild. She loves to teach and transfer her passion and knowledge to people interested in playing with clay .
