Date: 3 Tuesdays, December 2-16, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Instructor: Erika Novak from Round Trip Clayworks

Location: FVAC Annex 8D at 8 Canal Court, Unit D, Avon, CT 06001, across from FVAC campus
Level: Some clay experience required (Minimum Age: 16)
Materials fee: $33 for 25 lbs of stoneware clay
Tuition: $180 includes glazes and firing, Members save 10%
Cancellation Policy

Class Description

This class is designed for potters who are ready to delve deeper into their craft and develop a cohesive body of work. Working closely with the instructor, students will set individual goals, receive tailored feedback, and refine their technical and conceptual approaches. Whether you are expanding a series, exploring new directions, or looking for general technical guidance or feedback, this class provides structured support, critical dialogue, and group critiques to help advance your artistic vision.

Materials
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About the Instructor

Erika Novak is a ceramic artist who focuses on wheel-thrown collections of pottery both functional and decorative. Her work includes a series of cups and mugs and vases, bottles, and hanging objects like lamps and planters. Erika pulls inspiration from patterns and textures found in Art deco architecture, early 20th-century design, as well as patterns found in American Southwestern textiles. After studying ceramics and art in college Erika now works as a full-time potter creating and selling her work at nationally ranked art fairs and showcases. Visit Erika's website.