Cynthia Guild Stoetzer: Ceramics Program Director
Cynthia Stoetzer is a multidisciplinary artist known for her work in ceramics, painting and garden design. She earned her MFA from Utah State University in sculpture and ceramics, and her BFA from California College of the Arts, in painting and graphic design. Maintaining a studio in Teton Valley for the better part of the last 21 years, she has exhibited nationally and internationally, and in 2008 was awarded the Idaho Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts. Visit her website at www.cgstoetzer.com
Kid's Clay Week
(6 years and over)
with Erin Dowling.
In addition to being an experienced ceramicist, Erin has years of professional experience working with kids.
Mon, Tues, Wed 3:30 - 5:30pm, and one more Tues 3:30-5:30 the following week to glaze
Aug 23- 25, and Aug 31 (4 classes)
$55 includes clay, glazes and firing.
In this class students will be introduced to the joys of throwing pots on the wheel, as well as hand building clay creations. In the last weeks we will explore glazing and fire our artworks to completion. Parents are encouraged to attend and share in the fun.
Basics and Beyond Adult Ceramics
with Cynthia Stoetzer
Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 PM
September 8 - 29, 2010
$90 includes 12 lbs. of clay, glazes, and access to open studio times
Teton Arts Council Ceramics Studio
110 Rodeo Drive, Driggs
Click here to register by September 6th deadline
Learn the basics of wheel throwing and handbuilt ceramics, or expand on your past learnings and take it to the next level. Use this opportunity to make functional ceramics, or tap your most creative self and create unique sculpture. All approaches will be explored. Cynthia Stoetzer has an MFA in ceramics, painting, and sculpture, and has been a practicing professional artist for over 20 years.Visit her web site at www.cgstoetzer.com
The Raku Sessions
with Cynthia Stoetzer & Tim Rein
Tim has an MFA in Ceramics from The University of Indiana and years of experience teaching. He also maintains a stone carving studio.
Two Wednesday Evenings, Aug 11 & 18, 6-8p
and one Saturday Aug 28th 10-3p
$90 includes 12 lbs clay, glazes, firing, and use of open studio during three week course.
Unlock the secrets of Raku! Our raku process involves pulling the pieces from the kiln while glowing red hot and putting them in a barrel of combustible materials, usually newspaper, or sawdust, and covering the burning materials to create a reduction atmosphere. Along with the unique effects of this particular atmospheric firing we will learn to develop crackle and lustre surfaces.
Mudtots (for kids under 6)
with Amber PetersWednesdays July 28th-Aug 18, 1-3
Among the projects we'll have fun with are: fridge magnets, and summer "wreaths". Parents are encouraged to attend with their child.
$50 includes all materials
Ceramics Open Studio
Tuesdays 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Sundays 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Drop in for $14 or purchase a 10 use punch card for $110
Come play with clay! During independent study hours, the studio is open for your use. No instruction during open studio, but open studio staff will be available to answer your questions about the use of the studio, and to sell you punch cards or clay. Prior instruction, particularly in glazing is required.
New Art Center
The Teton Arts Council is developing a plan for land improvement around the existing Arts Center on Rodeo Drive, Driggs. The land is currently unimproved area but could be so much more. The view of the Grand Teton is tremendous! Our goal for the land improvement will include an outdoor art park with space to hold gatherings, outdoor workshops, and small events. We would love to hear from our Members! Look for invitations to come out this summer and tell us what you think.
Our Sponsors
Many of the programs offered by The Teton Arts Council would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We greatly appreciate your support and participation.
We are equally grateful for the countless members of our community that have stepped up to the plate to volunteer time, talent, and sometimes a little money of their own.
Our Mission
The mission of the Teton Arts Council is to develop, nurture, and celebrate our cultural life through education, performances, exhibitions, and community opportunities.
In 2007, we started the volunteer Resident Artists Program to plan, organize and execute the art programming. These volunteers are well-respected artists who give back to the Artist Community by ensuring that the arts classes and workshops continue to offer compelling and relevant education opportunities. If you are interested in volunteering as a Resident Artist, please contact the Board Chair by sending email to info@tetonartscouncil.com