Throwing Pots with Lids w. Maureen Mills (One Day Workshop) Sunday Jan 12th

$75.00

Only 1 available

One Day Workshop
Sunday January 12th
10:00am-4:00pm
Instructor: Maureen Mills

Description

Whether you're about pure function or pure design, a coverd form is a very satisfying form to tackle. I'll demonstrate on the wheel techniques for creating a variety of covered forms, lid styles, altered forms, closed forms, throwing off the hump, and finishing using a chuck for trimming, creating appropriate handles, and ways to think about decorating too. Come with a notebook and pencil to take notes along the way. And if you have one, bring one of your own covered forms to discuss.

What to Bring

-Notebook + something to write with

-Optional: bring one of your own covered forms to discuss

Skill Level

This is a demo only workshop geared towards teaching intermediate wheel throwing processes/techniques. No experience is required to attend, but those who have some wheel throwing experience will benefit the most.

Logistics

Registered students will receive a “welcome” email one week prior to the start date.

Maureen Mills

I am continually inspired to explore the contradictions of layered designs in a variety of firing techniques, yielding ornamentation that appears to overflow the surface with much to say and respond to. The visual impact of the forms may be strengthened by the use of glazes in an enigmatic wood fire process or explore layers of color and pattern, revealing a complex story through earthenware fired in an electric kiln. The contribution of the firing process itself yields a body of work that exemplifies a synthesis of ongoing European, Asian and American influences.

Recent work examines the relationship between surface design and transitional language to create graphic imagery. Hand-written text is incorporated as a compositional element inviting the viewer into each piece by establishing an immediate and identifiable sense of familiarity through the concept of language, creating a synonymous and universal experience through individual storytelling. These forms are a metaphor for the stories each of us holds and shares, both public and private, and even secret.

TERMS + CONDITIONS

Adults (18 or older) may register for classes & workshops at Chases Garage. Chases reserves the right to cancel courses, substitute instructors, change course times, and limit enrollment. The student agrees to abide by any and all rules and policies of the studios. Chases will assume no responsibility for any loss, personal or physical. With enrollment, a student consents to being photographed in classes (unless we informed in writing). These photographs may be used by Chases in future promotional efforts without specific written permission from the student.

WORKSHOP WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY

50% refund (minus processing fee) if you withdraw 7 business days before the workshop date.

We are unable to refund you if you withdraw from the workshop less than 6 business days before the workshop date.