Empty Bowls Throw-a-Thon
All the efforts of hours of volunteer work has resulted in the best glazing opportunities for the next several weeks. We are now pretty much up to the inventory levels we were targeting for the Empty Bowl sale the week before Thanksgiving. Your generous hard work, creativity and energy has us coming into the home stretch of glazing all our pieces.
The next three Sundays: October 8th, 15th, and 22nd will be dedicated to finishing up everything that has accumulated over the last couple of months. We have about 200 pieces that need some TLC glazing and decorating to complete the inventory. Please join us on these Sundays from 1pm to 5pm for this last push of effort to make our Empty Bowl sale the best ever – again. We will have experienced glazers on hand to help with the process. Come on in and learn some different techniques or combinations of glazes. This is the last, and probably for most of us, the most challenging part of the process.
Let’s learn something together, have some fun, have some snacks and GET THIS DONE!!
WAC Updates ~ Sept 14
FRIDAY CLOSURE:
The studio is closed Friday the 15th, for an all day Oregon State Fair BBQ Picnic in our parking area.
THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS!
To all Artisan Village volunteers, a Tremendous Thank You! All your efforts created a great atmosphere for the fairgoers. Such great Raku results!
Again, you are much appreciated!
Kevin Herzberg, Artisan Village Coordinator
NEW CLASS ADDED….
Fall Classes & Clay-a-Thon
Sign up for our Fall classes and workshops, available now online or in the studio. We are also offering two workshops:
4 week Mindful Sculpting with K.D. Rowell, Sept 20 – Oct 11, 6-8PM;
2 day Drum Workshop with Jim Ransom, Sept 30, 4:30-7:30PM & Oct 7, 4:30-5:30PM
Workshops & classes fill quickly. Click on the ‘Fall Schedule” button below!
WAC Staff
Clay-a-Thon Reminder!
There are two more Empty Bowls Clay-a-Thons scheduled:
Sundays 1:00PM – 4:00PM
August 13 & 20
Join us for a good time and a good cause!
Margrethe Gregg
Empty Bowls Chair
Artisan’s Village Volunteers Needed
Artisan’s Village is just around the corner and we have a sign up sheet in the studio on the front door. Come in and take a look at it, choose a time and day(s) that work for you and sign up! You will receive a T-shirt, entry to the fair on your day(s), and free parking during your shift.
Thanks for your help!
AV Committee
Community + Fair = Fun at the Marion County Fair!
Upcoming Closures
- We will be closed July 3 & 4 for the 4th of July holiday;
- July 5th – 9th for the Marion County Fair (no classes this week);
- July 15 for Rust-O-Rama; and
- July 16 for a private event.
WAC Staff
New Drum Workshop Added!
Due to popular demand, we are offering another 2-day Drum Workshop in July with Jim Ransom starting on Tuesdays: July 11, 5:30-8:30PM & July 13, 6-7PM.
New Summer Classes & Workshops!
Our summer classes and workshops are now online! Classes will start June 12th and end July 29th.
- Mindful Sculpting with K.D. Rowell, June 5 & 7th, 6-8PM;
- Drum Workshop with Jim Ransom, June 6 5:30-8:30PM and June 8, 6-7PM; and
- Moms Do Clay Day Workshop with Michelle Blumenthal & Christine Lamoureux, June 14 10AM-12:30PM
Workshops and classes fill quickly so don’t wait!
WAC Staff
February/March Newsletter
The new 23rd edition of our Newsletter is now out.
The News Team
Volunteer on Board Committees
If you are interested in joining any of the following committees, please contact the center and the chairperson will contact you with the meeting schedule. Your input will be welcomed.
- Empty Bowls — Margrethe Greg
- Fundraising — Doug Dacar
- Marketing and Communication — Heather Skinner
- Membership — Jennifer Lassen
- Strategic Planning — Pam Baldwin
Board of Directors
Family Clay Sunday Returns!
Drop by Sunday, January 8 (snow people) and January 22 (Valentines boxes or dishes) from 1:00-4:00. The cost is $5 per person (children 3 and under are FREE).
Newsletter 22 and New January Workshop!
The new 22nd edition of our December/January Newsletter is now out. Click the link below to read.
The News Team, WAC
Brian Nicholas Demonstration Workshop
Join Brian where he will be leading a demonstration workshop creating stunning carved bowls. He will discuss the design, templates, throwing, trimming and patterns, transferring designs, firing and glaze considerations. Tools, cutting and finishing techniques will be covered as well.
When: Saturday January 7th 10:00-12:00PM
Cost: $20, limited to 20 students
All proceeds go to the WAC Scholarship fund!
Weather Closure!
Due to the ice weather alert warning, the WAC will close at 1:00PM tomorrow, Thursday Dec 22nd, and all day Friday the 23rd. A high fire and cone ^6 glaze kiln will be unloaded Thursday morning. We will plan on opening Tuesday Dec 27th at 10:00AM.
Please stay safe and enjoy the holiday weekend.
Doug Dacar,
Executive Director
Winter Classes
Our Winter Class Schedule is here and you can now sign up for your favorite winter class or try something new!
WAC Staff
December Workshops and Scholarship Info
Looking for a warm, friendly place to get your creative juices flowing this winter? The Willamette Art Center is the place to be! We are offering three December workshops for students ages 12–14 years and up and one workshop for advanced potters.
- Mask Planters with Sam Rogers
- Spike Raku Dishes with Heather Skinner
- Ceramic Whistle & Flute Making with Jim Ransom; and
- Throwing and Carving with Joe & Aubrey from East Creek Art
Scholarships for winter term classes are available. Applications must be turned in by Saturday, November 26.
March/April Newsletter!
The March/April Newsletter ~ Edition 19 ~ is now online. Get the latest information on what has been happening and what is coming up in the next few weeks!