Working with clay is one of the most satisfying forms of art that is out there. To take a lump of clay, without form , and turn it into a beautiful piece of art, that is also functional, is incredibly satisfying.
Now you can participate in that activity! Every Monday evening, I will lead a group of 4 people, max, in different hand building projects. The projects will last about 2 hours each, and require absolutely no prior clay experience.
(If you can’t make Monday, I am happy to schedule a day/time that works for you)
The cost of the workshop ranges from $30 to $50 depending on the size and complexity of the project, and includes all materials.
The following are tentative projects (Links will be added as I complete examples)
July 9 – Square 8 inch plate with stencil design
July 16 – Oval Serving tray with hibiscus flower design
July 23 – Cylinder or Mug – You Decide!
July 30 – Fern Imprint Serving Platter –
August 6 – Row House Serving Tray
August 13 – Covered Butter Dish – texture and under glaze
August 20 – Catalpa Leaf Bowl
August 28 – Tree Baking Dish
Projects will basically be finished in one night, and I will complete with final clear over glaze. Should you have time and desire, you are more than welcome to come back and do the final glazing of your piece when time permits, at no extra charge. It will generally take two weeks for a bisque fire, and then another week for a glaze fire. Firings in the kiln are dependent on having enough pieces for a full load. If any of these ideas are something you would like to do, but can not make Monday nights, please contact me to schedule another time that is more convenient.
As I complete an example of the projects noted, I will post the class on my website, so please stay in touch!
My studio has A/C or heat, or an open door to the woods beyond.
July 30 – 6:30 – 8:30
Part of being an artist is learning through experience. Not everything works as it should. These two pieces took hours to make, but in the end, had too many defects to ever sell, so they go into my increasing inventory of rejects.
