Here begins the remodeling of the existing studios, beginning with demolition of a few portions, and alas, removal of the kilns for later replacement/reconstruction.

Ah, and on 31 July, Ye Olde Photographer got to sneak in for a preview of some of the new facilities; pretty impressive stuff. The room descriptions are not "official," just YOP's guesses based on the contents.

Alas, a 13 August visit suggests a functioning ceramic studio is less than imminent.

A quick visit on 11 September 2008 shows some progress, but only Ceramics I available. Apparently work on the exterior walls of the old building discovered some unexpected deterioration requiring remediation. The 24 September visit didn't seem much different, but there is a lot of wiring and fiddly little detail stuff going on; not dramatic, but highly necessary.

07 October discloses some very visible progress -- Yay!