Pottery Notes – Jones Street
FALL WEEK 4 – October 7
Monday Hours
On Mondays, the Pottery opens at 6:00 p.m. for glazing and classes. Please do not enter the building before 6:00, as we have kids programming in the building. Note that we will be closed on Monday, October 14 in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Studio Sessions and Glazing Information
Did you know you can book time to work in your classroom outside of your regular class hours? Sessions are $10 per appointment, and Friday evenings are $5. You can find the booking portal, glazing information, and more via the “Current Students” section of our website!
Glazing!
Don’t forget that it’s free to use the glaze room, and no appointment is necessary for you to come glaze your work. You do, however, need an appointment to use the spray booth (bookable online). Before you come in, make sure to consult the Glazing calendar on our website (or in the studio) to make sure you don’t overlap with a faculty demo reservation.
Jones Street Glaze Toss
Glazed work from the spring and summer terms must be taken home by Sunday, November 3 at 5:30 p.m. or it will be discarded.
Discover Pottery Open House
Add it to your calendar: the Discover Pottery Open House at our GHP-Chelsea location is Sunday, November 3 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. With free live demonstrations, studio tours, and fun hands-on activities, your friends and family can experience the joy of pottery for themselves.
Treats in the Streets
Visit Gansevoort Plaza on October 19 for Treats in the Streets, the Meatpacking District’s annual neighborhood trick-or-treat festival. Make a plump lil pumpkin, creepy crawly clay critter, spooky spindly spider or some festive fall foliage. GHP will be hosting a clay activity from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and it is the final week of the Great Elephant Migration public art piece. Another way to let your friends and family experience your love of clay!
Hurricane Helene…
Devastated many artist’s homes and studios in the Southeast. If you are looking to help, consider making a contribution to CERF+. The Craft Emergency Relief Fund serves artists by offering emergency relief as well as future preparedness.
At-A-Glance Dates and Deadlines
Saturday, October 11: Yom Kippur (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Monday, October 14: Indigenous Peoples’ Day (GHP closed)
Sunday, October 20: Visiting Artist Workshop with Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 31: Halloween (GHP Jones St. closes at 1:30 p.m. due to neighborhood congestion)
Sunday, November 3: All glazeware from summer term is subject to discard after 5:30 p.m.
GHP Chelsea At-a-Glance Dates
Saturday, November 2: Decorating with Stencils with Daniel Barragán, 2:30–4:30 p.m. Registration open to all.
Sunday, November 3: GHP Chelsea Open House, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
FALL WEEK 3 – September 30
Perfect practice…
Makes perfect! Register for studio sessions to practice outside of class time; it’s also a good place to meet others in your discipline who may not be in your class.
No Classes for Rosh Hashanah
Please note that we will not have classes Wednesday night, October 2; all of Thursday, October 3; and on Friday morning October 4, due to the holiday. The wheel and handbuilding classrooms will be available to book for studio sessions during this time and, as always, you must register online in advance.
Cough, Sneeze
The change in weather also means a change in air-borne illnesses. This is your friendly and supportive reminder to stay home if you are feeling ill, and wear a mask if you are uncertain.
Workshops Galore
There is limited space left in three amazing workshops at GHP! These workshops offer learning opportunities for all levels. More details on our website!
- Cone 6 Glazing Clinic with Cammi Climaco
Saturday, October 5, 12:00–2:00 p.m. $45. Participants must be currently enrolled at GHP.
- Visiting Artist Demo Workshop with Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes*
Sunday, October 20, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. $195.
Open to all. *existing students use coupon code ghp-student-workshop for $30 off
- Decorating with Stencils with residency alum Daniel Barragán*
Saturday, November 2, 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. $125.
Open to all. *existing students use coupon code ghp-student-workshop for $30 off
Deadline Extended! POTTERY Sweatshirt
Preorders for our sweatshirts have been extended to October 5. Order online or with a liaison. Spread the word and show your support for GHP.
Stickers!
We love stickers and as it happens Kristy Moreno, our current artist in residence just designed a fresh batch. Get these super cool stickers for only $3-5, available in Kristy’s studio next to the glaze room.
At-A-Glance Dates and Deadlines
Wednesday, October 2: Rosh Hashanah (no evening classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Thursday, October 3: Rosh Hashanah (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Friday, October 4: Rosh Hashanah (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Saturday, October 5: Cone 6 Glazing with Cammi Climaco, 12:00–2:00 p.m. Only for current students
Saturday, October 11: Yom Kippur (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Monday, October 14: Indigenous’ Peoples Day (GHP closed)
Sunday, October 20: Visiting Artist Workshop with Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 31: Halloween (GHP Jones St. closes at 1:30 p.m. due to neighborhood congestion)
Saturday, November 2: Decorating with Stencils with Daniel Barragán, 2:30–4:30 p.m. Held at GHP Chelsea
FALL WEEK 2 – September 23
Final Week of the Glaze Grace Period
We’re approaching the end of our grace period for summer term glazing! Make sure to glaze and move your pieces through the studio.
Photograph Your Work
We highly encourage photographing your work and taking notes on your glazes. Consider using an app like ‘Pottery Notes’ designed for this purpose. With over 400 students (and all of their pottery) in the studio, it can be harder than expected to locate your pieces. Photos can be an enormously helpful aide.
All work on the bisque shelves must be glazed and dropped off at the measuring station no later than September 29 at 5:30 p.m. even if you are registered for the current term! The bisque shelves will be cleared the morning of September 30. If you are enrolled for fall and cannot glaze all of your work in time, you may consolidate and label your pieces clearly with your full name and “fall 2024.”
How to Clean Up
Proper clean-up is critical to maintaining a healthy community ceramics studio. Breathing in dry clay is a health risk so it is important that everyone follow cleaning protocols. Your teacher will go over these in more detail but the basics are:
- Every clean up, use a wet sponge or mop. Never sweep or blow clay dust, never scrape or use paper towels.
- Surfaces must be wiped down multiple times with a clean sponge in order to remove clay and glaze residue.
- For your first pass, bring a bucket of clean water to your wheel or work station to clean the space and your tools.
- Keep clay off of the floors; use a mop or sponge to clean up any splashes or trimmings as clay on the floor that is stepped on will be spread throughout the building and become airborne.
- Help yourself and others by leaving the studio cleaner than you found it—a clean studio is a happy studio.
Upcoming Workshops
This fall, take advantage of three unique workshops designed to enhance your ceramic skills, featuring expert artists and instructors. From glazing techniques to stencil decoration, and a collaborative demo with visiting artists, these workshops offer a range of learning opportunities for all levels. More details and pricing are available on our website!
Fall Workshops:
- Visiting Artist Demo Workshop with Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes*
Sunday, October 20, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. $195. Open to all. - Decorating with Stencils with residency alum Daniel Barragán*
Saturday, November 2, 2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. $125, Open to community members enrolled at either location.
*Existing students get $30 off these workshops booking using coupon code ghp-student-workshop at checkout.
POTTERY Apparel
Have you seen those hip POTTERY sweatshirts? Get one of your very own! Preorders for our sweatshirts are open until September 30, and can be made online or with a studio assistant. These are great conversation starters for making clay friends out in the wild and they make great gifts for the potters in your life. Expected delivery is by the first week of November. We also offer priority shipping in the USA. Spread the word and show your support for GHP.
Mayco luster
Mayco has announced the discontinuation of overglazes including the Bright Gold, White Gold, Mother of Pearl, Premium Gold and Essence that we have sold for many years in the office. This decision was not made lightly and was influenced by various factors and challenges. Including stricter regulations recently implemented for both consumer health and the environment. We have a limited supply of these materials remaining. Please. No more than one purchase per customer.
At-A-Glance Dates and Deadlines
September 16–29: Glazing grace period
Wednesday, October 2: Rosh Hashanah (no evening classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Thursday, October 3: Rosh Hashanah (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Friday, October 4: Rosh Hashanah (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Saturday, October 5: Cone 6 Glazing with Cammi Climaco, 12:00–2:00 p.m. Only for currently enrolled students at GHP Chelsea
Saturday, October 11: Yom Kippur (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Monday, October 14: Indigenous’ Peoples Day (GHP closed)
Sunday, October 20: Visiting Artist Workshop with Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 31: Halloween (GHP Jones St. closes at 1:30 p.m. due to neighborhood congestion)
Saturday, November 2: Decorating with Stencils with Daniel Barragán, 2:30–4:30 p.m. Held at GHP Chelsea
FALL WEEK 1 – September 16
Welcome!
We hope that you had a happy and safe break and we are excited to have everyone back! Whether you are a new or returning student, we ask that you carefully read the student one-sheet for studio information and policies. Each week in class, teachers will read Pottery Notes, which contain all the studio updates you should know. If you miss hearing them read aloud, please check online or on the bulletin boards weekly to make sure you are aware of important announcements and deadlines.
Studio Updates
To those of you who stuck with us throughout the summer term, we appreciate you bearing with us. The good news is, the hoist is repaired, all the electric kilns are in working order with bisque firings, cone 04 firings, cone 6 finings, and luster and decal firings all complete! And finally, our air conditioning system was completely repaired. Thank you for your patience and understanding through it all.
At the moment, we continue to await the restoration of gas service at 16 Jones St. Repairs have been made, and tests performed and passed. We anticipate that once Con Edison installs the new meter within the next couple weeks, service will be restored. We appreciate your patience!
Glaze Grace Period: Summer Students Finish Up
A reminder that all work on the bisque shelves must be glazed and submitted for firing no later than Sunday, September 29 at 5:30 p.m. The bisque shelves will be completely cleared the morning of September 30; anything left on the shelves will be discarded to make space for new work regardless of individual students’ enrollment! (Bisqueware stored for the return of cone 10 firing is exempt as long as labelled.)
Community Advisory Committee
We have reinstated our Community Advisory Committee. This group is composed of students and faculty, both long-time and newer to the pottery from all disciplines of ceramics taught here. The purpose of the group is to help provide input and feedback as we move to make studio improvements and face facilities challenges while powering into the next 100 years of art and advancement at GHP. You can find a list of Advisory Committee members and their contact details posted on our Message Center, in case you would like to reach out to them with any thoughts or feedback.
Studio Sessions
Want to work outside of your class time? You can book studio sessions, which are 4-hour appointments in your respective classroom. Studio sessions cost $10 per booking, and the session calendar and registration instructions are posted in each classroom. You can book your session by visiting the Current Students section of our website and selecting Register for Studio Sessions. Friday evening studio session reservations are $5! Pre-registration is required. Kickstart your fall term with a free studio session during Sunday studio hours in September. Book online using the code SEPTEMBERSUNDAY.
Self-Service Measuring
We are very pleased to have had self-service measuring system at the Jones Street studio since the summer term. Please make an account using the email address that you used to register for class by visiting potteryapp.greenwichhouse.org, registering on the community iPad in the glaze room, or by scanning the QR code posted in classrooms on your smartphone. If you are a returning student with an existing firing balance, it will be reflected in your new account.
If you need to reset your password or have any other questions, please see a liaison for assistance when you’re in the studio next. You can view instructions on how to use the new system online or throughout the studio.
Please be sure to set Jones Street as your default location so your firing slips print out at the correct studio! Remember, just as before, firing slips are your tickets into the kiln; they prove you have paid to fire your work. Two receipts print out when you measure; one is submitted with your work for your BISQUE firing, and you must hold onto the second receipt to submit when you are ready for the GLAZE firing.
For pieces bisqued during the spring term, you will use your firing slips from last term for the glaze firing. You can find these on the lockers across from the liaison office.
Door Code
The door code for entry is 5-3-1. Please only use this code during hours that the studio is open, otherwise it will not work!
Artist Talk and Exhibition Opening: Kevin Snipes and Ruth Easterbrook
Join us on Thursday, September 19 for an artist talk (4:00 p.m.) and exhibition opening (5:00 – 7:00 p.m.). The exhibition will include the artists’ individual work as well as a new collaborative body of work that has never been shown before. You won’t want to miss it!
New Resident: Kristy Moreno
Please join us in welcoming Kristy Moreno as our artist in residence for the fall. She is a California-based artist who uses aesthetics influenced by Southern California counter cultures, cartoons from the 1990s, and folklore to create her figurative work. During her residency, she will focus on mold-making and developing her low- and mid-range glaze palette. Be sure to stop by the residency studio on the first floor to say hi and see what Kristy is working on!
At-A-Glance Dates and Deadlines
September 9 – November 22: Kristy Moreno residency
September 16 – 29: Glazing grace period
Thursday, September 19: Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes artist talk, 4:00 p.m., followed by 5:00 – 7: 00 p.m. reception for exhibition See/Saw: Collaborative Play by Ruth Easterbrook and Kevin Snipes. On view September 20 – October 25.
Sunday, September 29, 5:30 p.m.: Deadline to glaze or remove bisqueware
Wednesday, October 2: Rosh Hashanah (no evening classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Thursday, October 3: Rosh Hashanah (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Friday, October 4: Rosh Hashanah (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Saturday, October 11: Yom Kippur (no classes; GHP open for glazing and studio time)
Monday, October 14: Indigenous’ Peoples Day (GHP closed)
Thursday, October 31: Halloween—due to neighborhood congestion GHP closes at 1:30 p.m.