Black clay ceramics

SATURDAY 11th APRIL 10am to 4pm £95 In this workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of creating functional ceramics, using the slab building technique. The use of black clay will result in a set of striking finished pieces. What to expect: Students will begin to learn how to work with clay, including all the skills needed to successfully slab build practical containers such as mugs and a small milk jug, small dishes or a vase. You will learn how to: • Make slabs with consistent thickness • Craft your slabs into a variety of cylinder-based forms • Create and attach handles that are both beautiful and functional • Explore various methods for adding surface texture to your forms, transforming simple slabs into expressive works of art Once your pieces are formed, they will be taken away and professionally fired. They will be available to collect from either Faversham or Broadstairs, around four weeks after the workshop. What you’ll take away: • Three handmade black clay pieces of your choice, from a range of options • The skills required to make bold, beautiful and functional ceramics • An infectious love of clay, and all its possibilities Suitable for: Complete beginners, or those looking for a refresher. No experience of working with clay is required. What to bring: • Please bring an apron or wear old clothes. • You may like to bring a packed lunch. • All other materials included. Your tutor: Carolina Pik is an Argentinean-Chilean ceramist living and making pots in Margate. Her work is mostly hand-built ceramics, inspired by interior design, Brutalist architecture, maths and geometry. The use of black stoneware clay and white porcelain, often combined with vivid glazes, gives her stunning work a high contrast, dramatic and distinctive style.