Jennifer will cover all the stages of throwing, altering, and carving porcelain, including the technique of “dry-throwing”, the structural mechanics of altering, and various carving techniques.
Be an artist with us! Make and mask out of a ball of clay, we will clear glaze and fire it in the kiln for your pick up in 7-10 days! All experience levels and ages are welcome as well as groups and families!
Lynnette and Steve will simultaneously demonstrate a variety of throwing and handbuilding techniques used in the making of their work while discussing aesthetics and philosophies on ceramic art and design. They will show how to alter forms by darting, stretching, and reforming them, then embellish with carvings, sprigs, lids and/or handles, etc. Learn how to manipulate the thrown form, carve dimensional geometric and organic designs on your work, and how to add detailed edgings for bowls, plates, and platters. Leave with a new understanding of how to better create and glaze clay pieces.
In this workshop Andrew will demonstrate his throwing, altering, and trimming techniques and show how he creates complex surface designs using stamps and sprigs. On Day 1, Andrew will work on the wheel to throw, alter and trim a mug, a locking jar, and a match striker. Day 2 will focus on building final forms and surface design. Andrew will show how he uses stamps and sprigs to build layers into the surface of his pottery. Participants will get to try out several of the workshop techniques and decorate using Andrew's tools and materials. Andrew will also explain and demonstrate his finishing techniques using terra sigillata and underglaze.
Increase your knowledge and understanding! Nan Jacobsohn, master potter, is nationally known for her four-legged, standing horses. Spend the weekend with Nan and her special armature to create your own 4-legged animal. Price includes clay, use of the armature, and bisque-firing. Bring a lunch for Saturday and Sunday. You must attend Friday night!
