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Lamps & Sconces & Candle Holders, Oh My!
Handbuilding Ceramic Light Fixtures
Service Description
Monday evenings (6:30pm-9pm) Whether you've always dreamed of a one-of-a-kind bedside lamp, a handmade sconce to set the mood, or a collection of cozy candle holders for your dinner table, this 6-week handbuilding class is all about shaping light from the ground up. Week 1: Pinch Pot Candle Holders We'll kick things off with one of the most satisfying beginner projects: a matched set of pinch pot candle holders. We'll cover wedging and weighing clay to make two consistent pieces, then demo building a simple stem on the table and attaching a small pinch pot on top to hold a candle. Every step is demonstrated twice so students can follow along with confidence. Week 2: Slab Sconces This week we move into slab work. We'll cover the slab roller, talk through ideal thickness and drying time, and plan out individual sconce designs before building. The main technical focus is creating a wall hanging element on the back of the sconce that is both functional and clean. Week 3: Coiled Lamp Part 1 The most ambitious project of the series starts here. We'll demo coil building and the extruder, then focus on creating a solid lamp base with a properly sized hole to fit the electrical lamp element. We'll talk through shrinkage and how it affects the fit of components, then begin layering, smoothing, and flaring coils to build the body of the lamp up. Students will finish at least half of their lamp this week. Week 4: Coiled Lamp Part 2 We'll pick up where we left off and finish the lamp. The focus this week is on properly finishing the top of the lamp to ensure the electrical element fits well once fired. Students will complete their coiling and do any final shaping before the piece dries. Week 5: Surface Design With all pieces built, this week is dedicated entirely to surface decoration. We'll do an overview of techniques and students will choose what works best for their pieces. Options include underglaze illustration, sgraffito, oxide washes, and slip application. A great week to slow down and add personality to everything you've made. Week 6: Glaze Party Open glazing session with demos on glaze application and finishing as needed. All work must be glazed and placed on the glaze cart by the end of class.
Cancellation Policy
Fees & Class Schedule Class fees cover clay, studio glazing and firing, and instructed class time as listed in the specific class schedule. Additional clay is available for purchase at market price plus $20 per bag to cover bisque and glaze firing fees. Class Minimums & Switching Sections Classes require a minimum enrollment of 7 students. If a class does not meet this minimum, enrolled students will be notified at least 5 days before the start date and will receive a full refund. Class switches may be requested up to 1 week prior to the start of the session and are subject to availability at the time of request. Age Requirement Adult classes are open to participants 14 years and older. Attendance All students must attend the first week of class. The first class includes essential studio orientation, safety, and class overview and cannot be made up or substituted. For absences after the first week, we will do our best to accommodate. Email us at hello@denverclayroom.com and we will check for openings across other scheduled sessions and offer what we can. Availability is not guaranteed but we will always try to find a solution. Personal Belongings Any items left at the studio more than 30 days after the final class may be discarded without notice. Refund Policy A refund or class credit minus a $20 processing fee may be issued if the request is received at least two weeks before the start of the class. With less than 48 hours notice, a credit may be issued only if the spot can be filled. No refunds or credits will be issued after the first class. Classes missed due to failure to attend, planned absences, minor illness, or vacations cannot be credited or rescheduled. Open Studio Hours Open studio is available to currently enrolled students only. Monday through Thursday: 10am to 6pm Friday through Sunday: 10am to 9pm Hours are subject to change with five days notice.
Contact Details
Denver, CO, USA
(720) 330-5919
hello@denverclayroom.com