Learn to cut and tuck your clay slab, to create dynamic form. Add to this with the art of stretching a soft slab cylinder to give volume and gentle curves to your work. We will focus on how to handle clay with more ease and clear intention, in order to capture movement and liveliness. What happens when we create a slab by tossing and stretching vs rolling? What can we discover if we put aside our potter’s knife and tear our clay edges? What textures can be created with objects found in nature? We will explore these creative approaches and more, finding inspiration from contemporary potters .Combining traditional techniques with contemporary design, we will explore nuances of form and surface.

Each student (age 14+) is required to have a current Proof of Vaccination Form on file with IS183. Please fill out and submit a form prior to the first day of your class.

CLASS MATERIALS

Materials List: Cut, Add, and Stretch 2021

• Students registering for this class must purchase the Ceramics Class Materials Fee including clay, glazing, and firing unless you have leftover clay purchased from IS183 in the last year.

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