Instructor, Cynthia Zmetronak
Specializes In:
Ceramics
I started with mud pies as a child, working in clay with Girl Scouts and attending New Jersey public schools with wonderful art programs. Undergraduate and graduate degrees in teaching art (ceramic concentrations) from Montclair University and Florida Atlantic University, (as well as a passion for teaching) led to a career teaching art to students from age 4 to 99.
Upon retiring I have discovered I am a lifelong student, attending clay based workshops online and in person. Arrowmont, Haystack, Anderson Ranch and Penland School of Crafts (where I spent 2 years in clay and glass workshops, not to mention a cold winter residency) are a few of the art and craft schools where I continue to pursue my ceramic education. Locally, I am active on the board of The Ceramic League of the Palm Beaches (currently VP),and an alumni and active member of the Florida Atlantic Potters Guild. I maintain a local home studio in Parkland, Florida... as well as a summer studio in Canada. When I’m not teaching classes you can find me in my studio.
I still love the process but really enjoy teaching students how to manipulate their clay. Some potters just make pots... I love teaching pottery. Join me in learning more about how to manipulate an ancient material and make an original piece of your own.
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Upcoming Sessions
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: July 12, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: July 12, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Intermediate Wheelthrowing and Handbuilding
Begins: August 14, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Hone your throwing skills during this fast paced class working on instructional wheel projects in a three hour time slot. Making a teapot, an altered lidded casserole, a faceted covered jar are just a few of the projects we have covered during past sessions. Although students are encouraged to work on the class project presented , individual projects and Intermediate Handbuilders with basic skills are welcome.
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: August 14, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: August 14, 6:00 pm
4 weeks, Thu 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Ceramics and Pottery
Begins: August 16, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This fundamental course offers an exploration into creating forms in wet clay and transforming them into permanent ceramic objects. Students learn to form clay through handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s wheel, and also explore glazes and decorative finishes. *All Materials Included
Wheelthrowing: Intermediate to Advanced
Begins: August 16, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Further develop and improve your throwing skills. Learn how to alter and combine thrown forms using a variety of techniques. Teapots, lidded vessels , squared thrown work and more. Create new work on a more independent level with regular guidance from the instructor.
Intermediate Wheelthrowing and Handbuilding
Begins: September 11, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Hone your throwing skills during this fast paced class working on instructional wheel projects in a three hour time slot. Making a teapot, an altered lidded casserole, a faceted covered jar are just a few of the projects we have covered during past sessions. Although students are encouraged to work on the class project presented , individual projects and Intermediate Handbuilders with basic skills are welcome.
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: September 11, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: September 11, 6:00 pm
4 weeks, Thu 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Ceramics and Pottery
Begins: September 13, 9:00 am
4 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This fundamental course offers an exploration into creating forms in wet clay and transforming them into permanent ceramic objects. Students learn to form clay through handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s wheel, and also explore glazes and decorative finishes. *All Materials Included
Wheelthrowing: Intermediate to Advanced
Begins: September 13, 1:00 pm
4 weeks, Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Further develop and improve your throwing skills. Learn how to alter and combine thrown forms using a variety of techniques. Teapots, lidded vessels , squared thrown work and more. Create new work on a more independent level with regular guidance from the instructor.
Intermediate Wheelthrowing and Handbuilding
Begins: October 9, 9:00 am
5 weeks, Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Hone your throwing skills during this fast paced class working on instructional wheel projects in a three hour time slot. Making a teapot, an altered lidded casserole, a faceted covered jar are just a few of the projects we have covered during past sessions. Although students are encouraged to work on the class project presented , individual projects and Intermediate Handbuilders with basic skills are welcome.
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: October 9, 1:00 pm
5 weeks, Thu 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Throwing on the Potter's Wheel & Handbuilding
Begins: October 9, 6:00 pm
5 weeks, Thu 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This course focuses on the creation of functional forms using the potter’s wheel. Students begin by learning to center clay and form basic cylinders, which are then manipulated into various forms such as cups, bowls, and plates. Students then learn to elevate these forms by applying handles, spouts, lids, feet, and other attachments. *All materials included
Ceramics and Pottery
Begins: October 11, 9:00 am
5 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This fundamental course offers an exploration into creating forms in wet clay and transforming them into permanent ceramic objects. Students learn to form clay through handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s wheel, and also explore glazes and decorative finishes. *All Materials Included
Wheelthrowing: Intermediate to Advanced
Begins: October 11, 1:00 pm
5 weeks, Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Further develop and improve your throwing skills. Learn how to alter and combine thrown forms using a variety of techniques. Teapots, lidded vessels , squared thrown work and more. Create new work on a more independent level with regular guidance from the instructor.
Ceramics and Pottery
Begins: November 15, 9:00 am
5 weeks, Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
This fundamental course offers an exploration into creating forms in wet clay and transforming them into permanent ceramic objects. Students learn to form clay through handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s wheel, and also explore glazes and decorative finishes. *All Materials Included
Wheelthrowing: Intermediate to Advanced
Begins: November 15, 1:00 pm
5 weeks, Sat 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location & Summary
Art School: Ceramics Studio
Further develop and improve your throwing skills. Learn how to alter and combine thrown forms using a variety of techniques. Teapots, lidded vessels , squared thrown work and more. Create new work on a more independent level with regular guidance from the instructor.
