400 North Queen Street * Kinston, NC 28501 *(252) 527-2517
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday-Friday: 10 am to 6 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
Adult Classes
We firmly believe that it's never too late to explore your artistic passions or discover a new creative avenue. That's why we offer a broad range of classes and workshops designed specifically for adults. From painting and pottery to photography and music, our offerings span a diverse spectrum of art forms. These courses, taught by accomplished local artists and educators, cater to various skill levels, whether you are a novice just beginning your artistic journey, or an experienced artist looking to refine your craft. Our workshops provide a dynamic, hands-on learning environment, encouraging participants to engage their creativity, express their ideas, and develop their artistic skills. No matter where you are on your artistic journey, our classes and workshops provide an inclusive, welcoming space to learn, create, and grow. Immerse yourself in the world of arts and discover the joy and fulfillment that comes from artistic expression.
Pottery Program
Please read if you are interested in participating in a pottery class.
There is limited space in ALL CLASSES with each class limited to 6 participants with a minimum class participation of 4. Registration can be done in person at the Arts Center, on-line, or by calling the Arts Center at (252) 527-2517.
A non-refundable deposit of $25 is required to be made at the time of registration to secure your space, although the entire amount can still be made at this time, as before. This non-refundable fee of $25 is part of the total registration fee. Should you need to cancel however, a $25 processing fee will be non-refundable. This is NEW!! The remainer of the registration fee and the $25 supply fee is due the first night of class. If you are a returning participant and still have clay stored with us or at home (if you purchased from us) you are not charged a supply fee ($25) until you require more clay. Registration payments can be made via credit card on-line or via phone or in person with credit, debit, check or cash.
IMPORTANT NOTE whether registering online, in person, or on the phone, please register by indicating the first day/date of the class in which you are interested. By doing so, it will help avoid confusion as we accept registration through a variety of means as listed above and at times volunteers are posting your registration. If you have any doubt about your registration, please ask for a staff member or call to verify if using the online process. Our monthly newsletter is always completed by the last week in a month and then sent via bulk mail – there have been times in the past when the post office was tardy in sending the mailing, thus receipt to you has not been on time. When Kaleidoscope is sent to our printer it is automatically posted online, therefore the listing of new classes can generally be found by the end of the week of the current month, or at a minimum the first few days of the next month. If you are unable to find the information you need, do not hesitate to contact the Arts Council at (252) 527-2517, we will be pleased to assist you.
Pottery with
Joanne McCobb
Wednesday Wheel with Joanne 5:30pm-8:30pm
Classes 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15 and 7/22
Wednesday Handbuilding with Joanne 5:30pm-8:30pm
Classes 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/8, 7/15, and 7/22
Open Studio
We also offer “Open Studio” sessions during limited times in the week. This is available to students who have taken classes with us and are familiar with the studio and clean up practices. There will be a monitor present, but no instruction will be offered. There will be select times where a student can come in for a three-hour session. The fee for “Open Studio” is $25.00 per session or purchase a 5-session punch card for $100.00. Twenty-pound (20#) bags of Clay will continue to be on sale to the community for $25.00 each. This is the only type of clay that can be used in our studios and must be purchased from the Arts Center. Please ask at the front desk if you are interested in clay.
NOTE: Open Studio sessions include use of the glazes and the kiln. Only those who are working completely at home and bringing in work should pay for the kiln.
“Open Studio” are open request for summer.
For more information, contact Joanne, artist@kinstoncca.com.
Open Studio
Wednesdays 1pm-4pm
Fridays 10am-12noon
Studio Kiln
The pottery studio will start accepting work made at home to be fired in our kiln. The terms are:
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ONLY Clay bought from the Arts Center can be used in our program.
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Glaze is not included
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Because of limited space, we ask you bring in everything at one time when the kiln is scheduled to be fired.
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Cost of firing for both bisque and glaze is $25.00 each for a shelf. We also have punch cards you can use for a kiln fire in place of an Open Studio session. When you bring in your greenware, it will go into the next kiln fires as a shelf charge.
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Glazes need to be Mid-Fire, cone 5-6.
Punch cards may be purchased on-line.
