Description: In this hands-on workshop, participants will create ceramic drinking vessels that mimic the look and feel of leather. Using hand building techniques and leather working tools, participants will learn how to manipulate their clay into realistic leather cups with hand "stitching". Participants will also explore how to make bisque sprig molds, add embossing textures, and how to stain and glaze their final pieces.
This workshop will focus on treating clay like leather, while emphasizing form, realism, and craftsmanship. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop encourages creative exploration of clay's surface.
Fee: $500. Fee includes the workshop, materials provided by the instructor, and a $20 non-refundable registration fee.
Location: 2459 Double Island Rd, Green Mountain, NC 28740
Date & Time: June 26th-28th. 10am-5pm
Level: All levels welcome
Format: Demonstration & Hands-on
Firing: Bisque firing is available for an additional fee of $20. See options below. Participants may pick up fired work or request shipping for an extra fee.
Accommodations: Our “not so tiny” tiny home, The Casita, is located just steps from the teaching studio. This newly constructed home can accommodate 2 adults and has a full kitchen and bath. Additional accommodations can be found in the workshop guide here.
Cancellation policy: 100% refund if we can fill your spot. 50% refund if we cannot fill your spot. No refund will be provided for cancellations received less than 2 weeks prior to the workshop date. We kindly ask that you refrain from participating if you are sick or have been in close contact with others who are sick. Our goal is to keep everyone healthy!
Workshop Guide: This guide includes important information specific to this workshop such as tools, materials, and more.
Waitlist: If a workshop is sold out, add the workshop to your cart, enter your email address and you will be notified when a spot opens.
Description: In this hands-on workshop, participants will create ceramic drinking vessels that mimic the look and feel of leather. Using hand building techniques and leather working tools, participants will learn how to manipulate their clay into realistic leather cups with hand "stitching". Participants will also explore how to make bisque sprig molds, add embossing textures, and how to stain and glaze their final pieces.
This workshop will focus on treating clay like leather, while emphasizing form, realism, and craftsmanship. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop encourages creative exploration of clay's surface.
Fee: $500. Fee includes the workshop, materials provided by the instructor, and a $20 non-refundable registration fee.
Location: 2459 Double Island Rd, Green Mountain, NC 28740
Date & Time: June 26th-28th. 10am-5pm
Level: All levels welcome
Format: Demonstration & Hands-on
Firing: Bisque firing is available for an additional fee of $20. See options below. Participants may pick up fired work or request shipping for an extra fee.
Accommodations: Our “not so tiny” tiny home, The Casita, is located just steps from the teaching studio. This newly constructed home can accommodate 2 adults and has a full kitchen and bath. Additional accommodations can be found in the workshop guide here.
Cancellation policy: 100% refund if we can fill your spot. 50% refund if we cannot fill your spot. No refund will be provided for cancellations received less than 2 weeks prior to the workshop date. We kindly ask that you refrain from participating if you are sick or have been in close contact with others who are sick. Our goal is to keep everyone healthy!
Workshop Guide: This guide includes important information specific to this workshop such as tools, materials, and more.
Waitlist: If a workshop is sold out, add the workshop to your cart, enter your email address and you will be notified when a spot opens.
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