Beginning Pottery Class Completes A Five-Session Course

Graduation day was filled with excitement as the students arrived to claim their rewards. Several pieces of neatly glazed and fired pottery covered the table in Betty Printy’s pottery studio. I could see the surprise on their faces when they began to sort through the bowls. This was the first time for either of them to see their work since it went into the kiln. I must admit, the amount of pieces that they had completed in a five-session course was incredible.  Not only was their great quantity, but the quality of the work was a joy to behold. I could tell they were thrilled by the constant smile upon their faces. This was something everyone should experience. Whether it be pottery, knitting, painting, weaving or gardening, just taking the time away from a busy schedule and experiencing creative art first hand is important.

     I could tell the instructor was pleased by the way she interacted with the students while praising their finished product. This was a great time for all!

     I can’t begin to tell each of our readers how thrilling it is to witness this process over and over as the Villages Folk School classes continue. Watching a gifted artist take that gift and share not only the thrill of the art, but break the technical side of it down so that others can experience all that is involved in the creative process is a joy.
     Register for a class and come join one of our artists for a great weekend! The next two months of classes are as follows:

“Special Weekend of Classes Hosted by Addie Mae Fudge”

                         March 26th & 27th

                   A Twist In Time Spinning I
                   A Twist In Time Spinning II
                   Beginning Knitting
                   Needle Felting
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  March 27: Artisan Bread Making Made Easy
                 Primitive Sign Making
                 Hand Piecing, Appliqué & Quilting
                 Chair Caning with Fiber Rush Weave
   March 28: Artisan Bread Making Made Easy
       April 3: Blacksmithing: Tool Making
                  Container Candles
                  Woodcarving
      April 24: Intermediate Knitting
                  Melon Basket Weaving
      April 27: Old Singing School (Shape Note Singing)
      April 29: Printmaking
      April 30: Printmaking

     For more information on classes visit our website at www.villagesfolkschool.com or call our office Tuesday – Friday, 12 – 4 p.m. at 319-592-3700.  Come “Live the Arts” at the Villages Folk School.