Cut, Add, and Stretch: Creating with Soft Slabs (Intermediate/Advanced) (Winter Session 1) — Jan 11
Cut, Add, and Stretch: Creating with Soft Slabs (Intermediate/Advanced) (Winter Session 1) — Jan 11
Instructor: Paula Shalan
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm
Start Date: January 11, 2023
End Date: February 15, 2023
Location: Citizens' Hall, Stockbridge
Materials Fee: Purchase clay below.
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.
Note: This is an Intermediate/Advanced class for students who have taken at least two or more basic slab building classes and are comfortable with basic slab building skills.
(In the event that BAC has to cancel a class session due to weather or facility emergencies, please note the pre-scheduled makeup date for this course will be Wednesday, February 22. More information on our policies for cancellations can be found HERE.)
Each student (age 14+) is required to have a current Proof of Vaccination Form on file with BAC for this class. Please fill out and submit a form prior to the first day of your class.
Masks will be mandatory for this class with Paula Shalan at this time. Please review updated COVID Safety Plan HERE.
CLASS MATERIALS
Students registering for this class must purchase the Ceramics Class Materials Fee including clay, glazing, and firing. If you have leftover clay purchased from BAC in the last year, the clay purchase requirement can be waived. Please be sure to mention this in the "NOTES/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION" section of your registration. Per the instructor's recommendation, Intermediate/Advanced students may select the clay type of their choice.
There is a materials/firing fee is for every 25 lbs (sleeve) of clay used. This fee goes towards glaze materials and firing costs (fuel, electricity, etc). Choose from white, red, porcelain or reclaimed (mix of camp and white) clay. More clay can be purchased if needed.
Due to the rise in cost from the supplier, Berkshire Art Center has raised the price of clay as of 9/21/2023.
NOTE: Porcelain Clay is currently out of stock as of November 5th, 2024.
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