HANDBUILT BODIES

$345.00

Instructor:Jenna Pyzowski
Duration: 8 Sessions
Dates:  Sundays, August 16-October 04, 2026
Time: 6:00PM - 8:30PM
Location: Clay Studio, 485 Main Street, Poughkeepsie
Level: Intermediate

Class Description:
Following an incredibly inspiring first session, we're excited to bring Handbuilt Bodies back as we continue building figure sculpture into one of Fall Kill's core offerings.

In this intermediate sculptural class, students will explore the human figure through clay, using a combination of coil and slab construction to build a hollow form that is pinched, stretched, and refined through carving at the leather-hard stage. Along the way, we'll study proportion, anatomy, gesture, and facial features while exploring a variety of approaches to surface treatment beyond traditional glazing. Students will focus on developing one final sculpture, with the complexity of each piece guided by individual experience and artistic vision.

Prior clay experience is strongly recommended, as this class requires a working understanding of how clay behaves through the different stages of making. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Included:
Unlimited Open Studio time during the class
12 lbs of fresh clay
Shared shelf space

Instructor:Jenna Pyzowski
Duration: 8 Sessions
Dates:  Sundays, August 16-October 04, 2026
Time: 6:00PM - 8:30PM
Location: Clay Studio, 485 Main Street, Poughkeepsie
Level: Intermediate

Class Description:
Following an incredibly inspiring first session, we're excited to bring Handbuilt Bodies back as we continue building figure sculpture into one of Fall Kill's core offerings.

In this intermediate sculptural class, students will explore the human figure through clay, using a combination of coil and slab construction to build a hollow form that is pinched, stretched, and refined through carving at the leather-hard stage. Along the way, we'll study proportion, anatomy, gesture, and facial features while exploring a variety of approaches to surface treatment beyond traditional glazing. Students will focus on developing one final sculpture, with the complexity of each piece guided by individual experience and artistic vision.

Prior clay experience is strongly recommended, as this class requires a working understanding of how clay behaves through the different stages of making. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Included:
Unlimited Open Studio time during the class
12 lbs of fresh clay
Shared shelf space

Cancellation & refund policy:
Our cancellation policy applies to all registrations, whether you pay in full or choose a payment plan.
Cancellations made 30 or more days before the course start date are eligible for a full refund, minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made 14–29 days before the course start date are eligible for a 50% refund, minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the course start date are not eligible for a refund. If Fallkill Creative Works cancels a class, registered students will receive a full refund. If a session of a multi-week class is canceled due to inclement weather or an instructor emergency, a make-up session will be added to the end of the course.

Please note: Stopping installment payments does not notify us that you would like to cancel your registration.

If you need to cancel your registration, please email Chelsea

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