Description: This workshop intends to demystify working with soft slabs and offers the essential components to creating unique slab built pots. Students will be introduced to the technique of making and working with paper patterns. They will begin with simple functional forms and expand to include components such as lids, feet, and spouts. Students may choose to work in Stan’s Red Earthenware (04) or Little Loafers (6). Option to select clay at checkout.
We will take a deep dive into developing depth on our surfaces. Techniques include stamping, creating simple paper stencils, and slip trailing. Students will also learn to make and apply terra sigillata and use it in combination with underglaze and glaze. Students will leave with a sampling of fired tiles at cone 04 and cone 6 to assist in their continued exploration of surface. Pots created during the workshop will not be fired.
This workshop emphasizes one-on-one interaction in a supportive, positive environment where experimentation is encouraged and individual development nurtured.
Expect to spend 4 days together creating & connecting and learning new skills. During the workshop, we will fieldtrip to two local studios.
Age & Level: 18+ This workshop is designed to accommodate clay enthusiasts from advanced beginner and beyond. New to hand building-check out “Hand Building Boot Camp” with Liz Zlot Summerfield.
Format: Hands-on & Demonstration