Creative Insight Pottery
Friday - The World of Clay
Friday - The World of Clay
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Dive into the world of pottery with our comprehensive 10-week course, perfect for beginners or more advanced students. Learn the essentials of wheel throwing, explore hand-building techniques, and create functional pieces. Discover the art of glazing, surface decoration, and other exciting pottery methods to bring your unique ideas to life. Whether you’re new to pottery or looking to refine your skills, this course is designed to inspire and guide your creative journey.
MORNING CLASSES 10am-12:30pm
EVENING CLASSES 7-9:30pm
** All levels are welcome.
*Your 1st bag of clay is $38, with all firing, labour, and glazing included.
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.
Refunds or credits are not available for missed classes or camps. However, if you notify us at least 2 weeks in advance, we will issue a credit for future use.
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:
Spring 2025
Start/end week: Apr 11 - Jun 13
10 weeks
(no classes Oct 14)
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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.
https://www.instagram.com/ceramics_by_nina/
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.
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.
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.
Rhonda Thibodeau
Rhonda is a passionately creative artisan who fell in love with clay and all of its beautiful
opportunities at her first pottery class in 1996. Since that time, she has been moved to continue her
learning at Sheridan College’s School of Craft and Design. After graduating in 2003, Rhonda became an
apprentice working full-time as a production potter in Burlington. Here she honed her skills and
experienced making high volumes of functional pottery for many boutique shops and large Art & Craft
Shows including the One-of-a-Kind Craft Show.
In the last 20 years Rhonda has taught many pottery classes within the Burlington, Oakville and
Waterdown area. She enjoys the energy felt when a group of students begin to find their passion for
clay and the beautifully creative objects they make.
Karina Lemos - Technician
Karina has been the Head Technician at Creative Insight Pottery since 2013, managing the kilns, clay, and all the technical/logistical parts of the studio behind the scenes. Originally from Brazil, Karina came to Canada in 2012 to study 'Travel and Tourism' at Sheridan College of Applied Arts and Technology. She graduated with Honours in 2015, and is currently one of the top selling Travel Consultants with Expedia Cruises. On the side, she is one of the cornerstones of Creative Insight Pottery, doing more to make it possible for everyone to enjoy the studio than what you might see. https://www.facebook.com/
Cancellation Policy
NO refund unless class is canceled and No Refund Policy for Unforeseen Cancellations
In the event a class is canceled due to circumstances beyond our control, such as inclement weather or other unforeseen situations, refunds will not be issued. However, the class will be rescheduled to ensure you don’t miss out on the experience. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility!
Credit Policy
Term Classes and Camps: Refunds or credits are not available for missed classes or camps. However, if you notify us at least 2 weeks in advance, we will issue a credit for future use.
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