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For enrollment questions contact: Preschool@HopkinsSchools.org or 952-988-5000. For billing questions contact Liz Reynolds at liz.reynolds@hopkinsschools.org or 952-988-5000.
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This course is designed for those who have little to no clay experience. Students will learn the basics of both hand building and wheel throwing and will have instructor support to This course is designed for those who have little to no clay experience. All levels of ability are welcome. In this course students will continue to study the basic techniques of both hand building and wheel throwing. This course is designed for individuals that would like to dive deeper into the exploration of creating ceramics. Students can choose to explore hand building and/or wheel throwing. The instructor will provide student support and will help guide artists' goals. Students are expected to bring their own clay tools.
Matthew Bowen has been an art educator for more than 20 years. He has taught most grade levels from Kindergarten through high school. He attended the University of MN - Twin Cities where he completed his Master of Education in Curriculum Development in Visual Arts Education and received his BFA in Ceramics from the University of Eau Claire - WI. Matthew believes that most everyone can be an artist if they are willing to be a risk-taker, try new things, and dive into the creative process. Finding opportunities to create art with others in the community has been an amazing experience and he is excited to help others find joy and self-pride in the shared experiences of creating art through the wonderful opportunities at Hopkins Community Education.
Matthew L Bowen
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