Description
In this engaging and hands-on workshop, you will have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and bring your designs to life using the art of sgraffito. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of layering black underglaze on white clay and carving intricate patterns, textures, and illustrations.
During the workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of sgraffito, a decorative technique that involves applying underglaze to leather-hard clay and then carefully carving away sections to reveal the contrasting clay beneath. This method allows you to create striking, high-contrast designs that are both bold and delicate.
You will explore various carving tools and techniques to achieve different effects, from fine, detailed linework to expressive, textured patterns. Whether you prefer abstract motifs, floral designs, or intricate illustrations, this workshop will give you the skills and confidence to decorate your pottery in a truly unique and personal way.
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To make the experience even more enjoyable, you may choose to bring your own alcoholic beverages (BYO alcohol). Sipping on your favourite drink while engaging in the creative process can add a relaxed and social atmosphere to the workshop. Please note that participants must be of legal drinking age and consume alcohol responsibly.
Your pieces (a medium plate and a jewellery dish) from the workshop will be finished, glazed and ready for collection around 4 weeks after the class. Shipping can be arranged at your expense, generally around $15.00.
This workshop will be hosted and taught by Jessica Jones
- Please choose the time and date carefully. These classes are transferable to another person but we do not offer refunds.
- Please DO NOT come to the class if you are unwell – you will be asked to leave if you are sick and no refund will be issued.
- A minimum of 4 students is required for this class to go ahead. You will be contacted if the class cannot go ahead.
- Wear clothes that you don’t mind if they get a little messy – please bring an apron or towel and don’t forget to wear closed-toe shoes!
- Long nails can very easily damage your work and make it difficult to create!
- Your beautiful handmade items will be ready for collection around 4 weeks after the class. If you cannot collect, we can arrange to ship for $15.00.
- Your pots will be held for 1 month after you have been notified for collection. If you cannot collect and opt to not have the items shipped at your expense, the items will be donated to charity.
- Finished pots will be glazed in our small range of house glazes. You will be able to select from this range at the end of your class.
- Please arrive on time (or let me know if you will be early/late!). Late arrivals will forfeit will that portion of their class.
- Please also wear weather appropriate clothing however I do have heaters and cooling available if required.
- We do take photographs during some of our workshops and these photographs may be shared as content on our website and social media platforms. If you do not wish to have your photograph taken and shared please let us know in advance before the workshop begins.
- Have fun and tell your friends!!!!
