Workshop 43

Making Pottery from Start to Finish
with Craig Roberts

$785

Monday November 7 - Thursday November 10, 9:00AM-4:30PM

In this class, students often make 100 or more pieces of pottery on a 1" and/or ½" scale. Students will start with marble-sized balls of clay and utilizing miniature electric pottery wheels, learn how to "throw" pots. Students will also use rollers, extruders and other tools to make handles, napkin holders, wall pieces and "rustic" pots. (Students can also opt to work on "hand building" rather than the wheel). You will practice on the wheels a lot everyday, which reinforces what is demonstrated in the numerous demos each day. There is a "study guide" for each student which includes a "glossary of terminology" as well as detailed step-by-step review of throwing and glazing skills. In this class, we will also delve into trimming, glazing, handles, lids, and even how to use the kiln. A second potter helps the instructor to give individual attention to each student every day. All of your pieces get fired before the show concludes, so you can take your masterpieces with you; along with a DVD showing Craig working on the wheel. Also, there will be evening practice time for the first three days, and 95% of past students say "This is so much fun!"

Student Supplies and Tools Needed: Students will need a work light, apron, hand towel, magnifiers, plus your basic tool box if you'd like. Also, a few small paint brushes would be useful.