ABOUT MUDSLINGERS:

Mudslingers Studio is designed to provide a distinctive visual art education program that will empower students to embrace a life of excellence and creativity through their artistic abilities and open doors to imagination and self-confidence. Visual art skills are worthwhile, valuable life skills grounded in discipline and a work ethic that is crucial for any craft. The instructor is a trained professional who provides a quality educational and artistic experience for each participant. Experience is gained by weekly classes culminating in an exhibition held in the Mudslingers Studio.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

Classes will consists of an introduction to basic pottery skills of pinching, coil-building, slab construction, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. The student will also be introduced to various glazing and firing processes. At the end of each six-week class, there will be an exhibition to showcase the student’s work and be available for pick-up.

SCHEDULE

Choose a Six Week Session:

First session

• Begins January 26 or 28
• Registration due Thursday, January 21
• Exhibition Tuesday, March 9, at 6:00 p.m.

Second session

• Begins March 23 or 25
• Registration due Thursday Mar. 18
• Exhibition Tuesday, May 4, at 6:00 p.m.

Tuesdays:

Pre-K…. 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
K and 1st…. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
2nd, 3rd, & 4th…. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th…. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Thursdays:

High School…. 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Adults…. 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

10 student limit on each class

FEES

Pre-K thru 8th grade
Class Fee: $100.00 + Materials Fee

High School and Adults
Class Fee: $150.00 + Materials Fee

Materials Fee for all classes: $20.00

Please make checks payable to The Dixie.
(You may not combine Fees with Dixie Youth Theatre Tuition)

One application fee and one materials fee ($20) is due for each six-week session attended.  The registration form, class fee, and materials fee are all due Thursday, January 21. 

A scholarship form is provided if needed.

PARTICIPANT RULES

1. Participants are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of class time and be prepared to work.

2. No food, gum or drink (except bottled water) is allowed.

3. The experience of theatre is a team activity. Please notify the instructor if you must miss a class. No more than two absences are allowed.

4. Be courteous, respectful and considerate to all.

5. Parents must be prompt in the pickup of their participants.

The DYT reserves the right to dismiss and not enroll participants for the following reasons:

• Disruptive behavior

• Disrespect to the instructor

• Disregard of instructions

• Possession of tobacco, alcohol, drugs or weapons

• Financial account not current

The Mudslinger Studio is sponsored in part by a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission. When the Tennessee Arts Commission was created in 1967, it was given a special mandate by the General Assembly to stimulate and encourage the presentation of performing, visual and literary arts throughout the state and to encourage public interest in the cultural heritage of Tennessee. Through a variety of programs, the Commission has encouraged excellence in artistic expression through the state’s artists and arts organizations. That commitment has continued to expand through the years to ensure that the citizens of Tennessee have access to, and the opportunity to participate in the arts.