From 2D Sketches to 3D Handbuilding

From 2D Sketches to 3D Handbuilding

Calling all clay hand builders! Make work using the method of creating sketches to plan out a piece before beginning construction.

By Metro Parks Visual Arts

Date and time

Thu, Aug 14, 2025 5:30 PM - Thu, Sep 25, 2025 8:30 PM CDT

Location

Metro Parks Centennial Art Center

301 25th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37203

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

From 2D Sketches to 3D Handbuilding with Linda Crossan

Calling all clay hand builders! Do you ever find yourself stuck in a rut and need a creative jolt? This 6-week minicourse is designed to do just that.


Linda Crossan will help students think beyond traditional symmetrical forms created on the wheel and hand built with molds. At the end of this course students should feel comfortable making work using the method of creating sketches to plan out a piece before beginning construction. Once learned, this process can be utilized in the making of any clay piece hand built or wheel thrown!


Learn to use Linda’s “slab-coils” allowing the piece to develop faster while using paddles and ribs to further refine curves and angles to the most satisfying shape. The finished piece will not exceed 12” X 12”. All work will be painted with a white porcelain slip to finish with textures or a smooth surface before getting bisque fired for you to take home. This is not a beginner class: some prior hand building experience is necessary. Each student makes one piece over the 6-week minicourse. This class will push you to grow! Bring your tools; Clay and many tools are provided. $125

ADULTS ONLY hand-building class
No Refunds

Workshop Schedule
Thursdays, 5:30—8:30p.m.
August 14, 21, 28
September 4, 11, 25
No class Sept. 18

Centennial Art Center
301 25th Ave N
Nashville, TN 37214


***We do not give refunds due to the nature of our discounted community arts programs. The classes are based on participation numbers and a last minute refund greatly affects the program.***

e-mail ashley.delvecchio@nashville.gov

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US$135.23Aug 14 · 5:30 PM CDT