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A workshop designed for intermediate and advanced students ready to make large scale work. Explore the tools and essential techniques needed to successfully make large vessels. Blending traditional methods with modern tools, Steve will share tips on working intuitively while intimately connecting with the material to develop a generous approach to process. Techniques include centering large amounts of clay, throwing with added coils, making pots in sections, and using the paddle and anvil to shape form. safe and healthy ways to work at scale. Participants should be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance. Previous experience required.

NOTE: No firing during this session, but some work may be eligible for post workshop bisque firing. See details here.

*August 30 is the arrival day for this session. Workshop instruction starts on August 31 and ends September 2.

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From the Ground Up

Make pots that come alive with clarity and purpose while developing an intuitive connection to clay. Using time honored techniques with an open and generous approach, explore forms from simple cups to complex teapots and jars. Skills covered include throwing off the hump, coiling and throwing, and innovative decoration with slips. Bring 5-10 bisqued pieces ready to fire in the gas kiln. Basic wheel throwing skills suggested.

https://www.snowfarm.org/workshops/topics/ceramics/class-listings

https://alisonpalmerstudio.com/clay-2/

Throwing with Purpose

Looking to make pots that come alive with clarity and purpose? In this workshop we will focus on developing an intimate and intuitive connection with the material and an open, generous approach to technique.

Through a series of demonstrations and direct, individual instruction we will explore the relationship between function and form, tradition and innovation, material and experience.

Particular emphasis will be put on developing the skills necessary in a production oriented studio. We will investigate a series of forms from the simple cup to complex teapots and large jars, utilizing time honored techniques such as throwing off the hump, coiled and paddled vessels, and using simple press molds to work in multiples. 

We will also discuss a variety of decorative slip and glazing techniques and dig into the world of ash glazes for stoneware pots.

Everyone is welcome!

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Looking to make pots that come alive with clarity and purpose? This hands-on wheel-throwing class is perfect for the beginner. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and an open mind; get ready to have a lot of fun! We will work through individual questions and address some of the technical challenges that all potters face. Students will leave with new skills and confidence on the wheel.

https://www.snowfarm.org/workshops/topics/ceramics/introduction-throwing-wheel

Workshop Fee: $270

Materials Fee: $20

Looking to make pots that come alive with clarity and purpose? This hands-on wheelthrowing workshop will focus on taking risks and exploring new techniques. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and an open mind, and get ready to have a lot of fun. We will work through individual questions of students, and address some of the technical challenges that all potters face.  Students will leave with new skills and finished pieces. Depending on class interest, a glaze firing may be arranged after the course.
Everyone is welcome!

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