Members, join us for Pottery Workshop Wednesday! In our ongoing series, we will again explore slip- and engobe-based surface decorations for ceramic ware. This week we will demonstrate and work together to create slip-trailed designs on leather-hard greenware. Slip-based decoration on ceramic ware is one of our most ancient traditions, with examples dating back to 2000 BC. Slip trailing involves the application of lines of raised slip to create designs of abstract or literal interpretation. Slip may also be slathered, painted, squirted, and buttered on an object to create expressive movement or as part of a precise decoration. We will provide slip, tools, and examples. You must bring to class 2-3 pieces of work (vessels, trays, sculpture) of your choice that are in the leather hard greenware state. No prior experience with slip decoration is necessary.
Instructor: Joann Kern
Instructor Bio: Joann has worked with clay and the wheel for 25 years and has studied at the college level and with production potters. She has remained an active hobbyist in functional and sculptural pottery, focusing on creating unique vessels and objects formed by the union of hand, heart, and nature's elements. Joann is the principal potter at Kittery Point Potters.
Registration closes 3 days before the event.
Attendees can receive refunds up to 7 days before your event's start date.
