Candie Halstead

Candie Halstead
San Marcos, CA 92069
USA
Email: jewelrybycandie@yahoo.com

Background Information

Years Teaching:  1
Years Teaching Clay:  1
Years Working w/Clay:  2
School or Studio:  Michael's Craft Stores
Freelance:  Yes
Specialties:  Pens, necklaces, lightswitch covers
First Experience With Clay:  I saw it on Carol Duvall, and knew it was right for me.
Past Teaching Experiences:  I also teach at "Camp Getaway" (a.k.a. "Camp Mom") in Big Bear, CA.
Publication Experience:  Not for clay, but my own book (plus magazine articles).
Teaching Level:  Semi-Pro

Lesson Information

Private Lessons:  Yes

How Far Will Travel:  20 miles

Reimbursed Expenses:  Mileage, supplies

Group Lessons:  Yes

Minimum Number of Students:  5

Maximum Number of Students:  15

How Far Will Travel:  100 miles

Reimbursed Expenses:  Mileage, supplies, hotel if class starts before 9 or ends after 5

Class Prep Time:  1 week
Maximum Consecutive Days Teaching:  2 (weekend)
Class Listings & Descriptions: 
Intro to clay ... basic conditioning techniques, handling clay safely.
Intro to canes, as well as advanced canes.
Making pens, necklaces, and lightswitch covers using canes of polymer clay.

Words of Encouragement to Novice Teachers:

"I took classes at the local craft store, but found that I was more interested in 'playing with clay' than was my instructor. So, I started reading all the books I could find (Amazon.com LOVED me!) and continued working the clay at every opportunity. You know what? Since the medium is relatively new, I found that I could teach it as easily as the instructor ... and I'd show up for class!!!"

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