Instructor: Seth Green

Biography: Seth Green is an Associate Professor of Ceramics in the Department of Art and Design at Purdue Fort Wayne. He received a MFA degree in Ceramics from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2009 and a BA degree in Art from Southern Utah University in 2006. He enjoys teaching ceramics, is active in his studio practice, and receives national recognition for his ceramic vessels. For more information about Seth and to see examples of his work work, please refer to his website. http://www.sethgreenpottery.com/

Classes by this instructor

Ceramics: Glaze Testing and Pottery Making

The focus will be on testing ceramic glazes that will be used to finish the pottery that you make during the class. The basic components of a ceramic glaze will be discussed and how they respond to material substitutions and firing atmospheres.
October 20, 2026 to November 23, 2026, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114

Ceramics: Jars - Lids and Knobs

This class will focus on making wheel-thrown jars and lid making techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to make, glaze, and finish jars as well as make other pottery forms during open lab times.
March 8, 2027 to April 13, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114

Ceramics: Mugs and Handle Making

If you are looking for an opportunity to learn how to put a handle on a mug or improve your pottery skills, this is the class for you! The workshop will focus on wheel-throwing cups and learning various methods of handle-making.
September 8, 2026 to October 13, 2026, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114

Ceramics: Pottery Decorating Techniques

Learning to decorate pottery in new and innovative ways will be the focus of this class. Decorating techniques such as stamping, texturizing, piercing, and others will be demonstrated. Participants will have an opportunity to make pottery forms, try out new decorating techniques, and glaze fire their work to completion.
May 27, 2027 to June 29, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114

Ceramics: Soda-Fired Pottery

This class will focus on making various pottery forms intended to be fired in the soda kiln.
April 20, 2027 to May 25, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114

Ceramics: Teapots and Pitchers

Learning to make teapots and pitchers will be the focus of this class. Demonstrations will include making wheel-thrown, slab-built, pulled, and molded spouts as well as lids and handles.
January 26, 2027 to March 2, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114