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Registration Dates

  • Fall:
    August 14, 2023 (Ceramics)
  • Winter:
    November 27, 2023 (Ceramics – Handbuilding)
    November 28, 2023 (Ceramics – Throwing)
  • Spring:
    March 4, 2024 (Ceramics)
  • Summer (Adults):
    May 27, 2024 (Ceramics)

Ceramics

Director, Ceramics Department: Shenice Lafortune

The VAC started as a clay guild over 75 years ago and our ceramics tradition continues to thrive. The department offers a unique learning experience in our large studio, equipped with thirteen wheels, five electric kilns, a laboratory for the preparation of glazes, and our skilled technicians. Teaching focuses on technical expertise—mastering the wheel, use of glazes, etc.—but also encourages students to explore the expanding boundaries of contemporary ceramic art. The additional fee for materials covers: one bag of clay, glazes, stains, and engobes, as well as firings. Students are expected to bring their own tools. Open studios are available outside of class hours for students to come and practice and are included in the material fee.

Winter 2024 Open Studio in Ceramics 

Mon. 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Wed. 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Thur. 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Fri. 1:00 – 4:00 pm and 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Sat. 1:00 – 4:00 pm

Students are required to register over the phone to reserve their time slot (3h). A maximum of 15 students is allowed in the space.

N.B. The last open studio in the winter session will be on March 23rd.

Artists in Residency Ceramic Studio Summer 2024

The artist-in-residence program at the Visual Arts Centre (VAC) offers an artist the opportunity to work in a fully equipped ceramic studio among a community that shares the same passion for clay and its many possibilities. The residency period runs from June 21 to August 09, 2024.

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