The Coil Pot: Building Large — Apr 19
The Coil Pot: Building Large — Apr 19
Instructor: Paula Shalan
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm
Start Date: April 19, 2023
End Date: May 31, 2023
Location: Citizens' Hall, Stockbridge
Materials Fee: Purchase clay below.
Have you always wanted to make a large coil pot? This class is for those who have the basic coil building skills but want to learn how to create a full volume thin walled extra large pot. When going bigger with your ceramic work, it is critical to understand both the technical and aesthetic challenges. Instructions, tips and tricks will be shared that will allow students to imagine, design, and try their hand at successfully completing a large coil built pot. Looking at historical and contemporary work, we will explore form and surface as we consider this challenge. In addition to glaze, the use of slips and terrasigillata will be used for our final surface treatment.
No Class: May 10th
(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, June 7. 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, students registering for this class should purchase the “95400 White Clay” option.
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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