Teacher: Michele Lorraine
Details: Students explore and experience new approaches to hand building functional pottery and sculptural forms using paper clay. Techniques such as slab work, coiling, pinching and darting will be reviewed. Emphasis on design principles will be supported with lessons on form and surface decorations such as textures, underglaze techniques and glaze applications. Each student will be encouraged to work on independent projects and will be supported in developing their own artistic voice. Previous experience in ceramics is required.
Ages: 18 years and older. Exceptions made for mature teens with a parent's permission
Course Dates: There will be no classes on 10/24 or 11/28.
Materials: Laguna Max’s Stoneware Paper Clay. For Porcelain Paper Clay there will be an additional charge of $25 (includes Standard 365 porcelain, cotton and abaca fibers, and teacher assistance to make the clay). If you prefer you may use Laguna 65 white stoneware
Course Price: Course price includes clay, glaze, firing costs, and ten course dates.
Non-member $460 | Resident $455 | Member $445