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HANDBUILDING & SLAB FORMING TECHNIQUES
with artist Jocelyn DeBackere


Learn various handbuilding techniques including pinch pots, coiling,and slab as well as alternative mold making techniques to create functional platters and bowls. Explore the creative process of working with clay tools, surface decoration and glazes to create personalized pieces.

$190 (basic materials and taxes included)

CLAY HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS AND SCULPTURE
with artist Jocelyn DeBackere


Create snowflakes and other beautiful creations for holiday decorating and gift giving in clay.

$80(basic materials and taxes included)

SILK SCREENING AND CLAY
with artist Jocelyn DeBackere


Build simple forms and learn basic silk screening techniques to transfer images onto your clay pieces. Whether simple designs, text or your own drawings see the possibilities of silk screening glaze decoration. No silk screening experience necessary although experience with clay will be an asset.

$145 (basic materials and taxes included)


GARDEN SCULPTURES
with artist Jocelyn DeBackere


Learn various handbuilding techniques including pinch pots, coiling, and slab as well as surface decoration and glazing methods to create sculptures for your garden.

$145 (basic materials and taxes included)

 

 

 

CLAY SCULPTURE: FIGURES AND DOLLS
with artist Kasia Piech


The art of crafting ceramic figures and dolls has been around for generations. Learn techniques in the development, construction and assemblage of both a sculpted figure and a doll for two final creations by the end of this workshop.

$180 (basic materials and taxes included)

BOWLS
with artist Kasia Piech

Learn how to make head bowls large and small, techniques needed in making interesting figurative rattles for all to enjoy. A great workshop for parents and teens to take together as well.

$75 ( materials and taxes included)

WHEEL THROWING
with artist Ramona Antaya

Learn the basics in wheel throwing techniques to produce cylinders with various functions. A range of decorating methods will be covered. Suitable for all levels of experience these focused workshops are limited to four
students at a time.

$145 (basic materials and taxes included)


PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY


Drop in to see our selection of ceramic pieces or order from our catalogue for any special project. Choose from cups, bowls, platters,dishes, banks and more for any age group. Paint your own designs and personalize each piece. Great for parties or fun afternoon out. Once you’re done we glaze, fire and pack your pieces ready for you to pick up in a week. Call ahead to book studio time.

Bisqueware pieces range from $4-$40+ studio flat fee-$6

CLAY STUDIO DROP IN: HAND BUILDING AND WHEEL THROWING

Sundays, 2PM - 5PM
Need extra time to practice or create. Use our clay studio package...great for the hobbyist with some experience in ceramics or those taking our ceramic workshops. Come in to use our facilities and tools and receive assistance with your projects. Shelving space is available for works in progress only. Call ahead to book studio time.


$10 + gst. for three hours studio time,
$2 fee or more per piece, per firing + taxes ( depends on size of pieces, fee covers the clay and firing costs)

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