In this workshop you will make a slab-built jug with slip decoration.

In the first part of the workshop, you will use templates to cut out slabs of clay to build your jug form, adding a handle and spout of your own design. You will be taught the fundamental techniques used when handbuilding in clay, and be guided through the build process.

In the second part of the workshop, you will be taught to use coloured slips to decorate your piece. We will cover stencilling and Sgraffito techniques which allow for the creation of abstract shapes, block colour and pattern, through to detailed illustration. There will be multiple colours to choose from and reference pieces to be inspired by.

MEET YOUR TUTOR

Pascale is a Bristol based ceramicist who loves to create character-rich artworks. She combines simple forms with faces, patterns and bold colours to spark narratives. Handbuilding is a slow and freeform production method, allowing her to organically discover characters while making. Her work is reminiscent of Pre-Columbian art, using repeated patterns, animal and human forms, and an intrinsic playfulness, inspiring a sense of myth and curiosity. Her interest in psychological states, dreams, and our collective mental landscape underpins her work, driving her to seek understanding through making.

Tutor: Pascale Wilson
Date & Time: Saturday 11th January, 10am - 4pm
Venue: Wheel Studio, New Brewery Arts
PRICE: £100 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 18 and over.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle or cup with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Our on-site café Blend is open 9am - 4pm

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Who is this workshop for?

No prior experience of working with clay needed, but this project is versatile and would allow for an improver to be more ambitious with their design.

What will I need?

All tools and materials will be provided.

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring an apron

Will I be able to take my work home? Will it be fired?

Firing of one piece per person is included. Your finished piece will be glazed in a transparent glaze. We will contact you when your work is ready for collection, up to 6 weeks later.

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