The Randomizer (Fall 2024)

Dates: September 5 - December 5* (12 classes | 14 weeks)

Randomizer game board with rainbow decoration above and spinning parts shown with name of clays, techniques, etc.


Day/Time: Thursdays, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Level: Intermediate - Advanced 
Instructor:  Forrest Sincoff Gard and Tom Hubbard

Course Description: Step right up, spin the wheel, and let the chance elements of The Randomizer influence your projects. Students in this class will take on multiple projects based on spins of “The Randomizer,” which will determine what you make and the clay, tools, and techniques used to make each project. Try a new clay body, stretch those unused throwing muscles, improve your hand-building skills, or pick up a new surface technique. This class encourages play and gets you out of your comfort zone. Additional randomizers may be used to determine glazing and firing methods. Some projects may also include a “wildcard tool” to keep everyone on their toes. 

*No classes on October 10, 2024 due to a special event and November 28, 2024 due to Thanksgiving Holiday.

 

Materials List:

  • Basic Pottery Tool Kit
  • Apron
  • Small Towel
  • Notebook/Sketchbook

Tool Purchases:


Here is the list of available tools and materials at the Ceramics Program. You may also consider ordering from a local supplier (Sheffield Pottery, Amherst Pottery Supply or Portland Pottery). If you have questions, please email Ji-Eun Kim directly at jikim@fas.harvard.edu.

Course Fees:

Course Fees: $150 for Harvard College Undergraduate Students; $510 for Harvard Graduate Students; $1,130 for Adult Community; Harvard Employee TAP Regular and Long Service - follow instructions in online registration system for pricing.

Your course fee covers all clays (terra cotta, midrange, and high fire stoneware, sculpture body, porcelain, and midrange casting slip), bisque firing, glazes, and glaze firing up to 8600 cu. inches of kiln space for 14 weeks, as well as 7-day access to the Ceramics Program and its equipment from the start date of your class through December 1st. All are welcome to apply to participate in the Winter Show and Sale December 12th – 15th!

  • Adult Community: 18+, General Public; Harvard alumni, fellows, faculty/staff, and post-docs who are not TAP-eligible; Harvard Extension School students; students from universities other than Harvard 
  • Harvard Employees eligible for the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): TAP regular (employees worked less than 15 years) and TAP long service (employees who worked 15 or more years at Harvard). 
  • Harvard College Undergraduate Students: Currently enrolled students at Harvard College. This does not include Harvard Extension School Undergraduate Students. You must register with your Harvard email – we can arrange for an alternative email to be used for class after registration is complete.
  • Harvard Graduate Students: Currently enrolled students in a Harvard University Graduate Program. This does not include Harvard Extension School Graduate Students.

Registration will begin on Wednesday, July 24th at 2pm.

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All registered students will receive a confirmation with class syllabus one week prior to the start date.

Questions?

  • For questions regarding course content, policies, staffing or facilities, please contact Director, Kathy King.
  • For questions regarding registration, purchase of tools and materials, please contact Administrative Coordinator, Ji-Eun Kim. 
  • For questions regarding electric kiln certification, materials, studio equipment and safety policies, please contact Director, Kathy King.