Shaping Dreams: Introduction to Ceramic Sculpture

Transform Clay into Artful Expression

This dynamic 3-week course offers a captivating introduction to the world of ceramic sculpture. Explore the artistic possibilities of clay as you delve into hand-building techniques and unleash your creativity.

Over the course of three engaging sessions, you'll:

• Discover the Art of Clay: Gain a fundamental understanding of clay, its properties, and the tools used to manipulate it.

• Masterful Techniques: Learn a variety of hand-building techniques including pinching, coiling, and slab building, allowing you to bring your sculptural visions to life.

• Unleash Your Creativity: Develop your artistic voice by creating a series of non-functional sculptures throughout the course. Each week will explore a different theme or technique, fostering your creative exploration.

• A Journey Through Time: Embark on a fascinating exploration of the rich history of ceramic sculpture, uncovering how artists have utilized clay for centuries.

• The Magic of Firing: Understand the firing process, the essential step that transforms your creations into durable works of art.

Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Have a collection of unique ceramic sculptures showcasing your newly acquired skills.

• Possess a strong foundation in sculpting techniques and surface manipulation methods.

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ceramic process, from clay selection to firing.

• Leave the course empowered and inspired to continue sculpting and exploring your artistic vision in cla

This course is perfect for:

• Beginners curious about ceramics and sculpture
• Artists seeking a new medium for creative exploration
• Anyone eager to learn new skills and unleash their inner sculptor

What's Included: All materials, including clay, tools and firing are included.