We'll begin with a gentle yoga practice under the trees of Golden Gate Park followed by a playful exploration of foundational ceramics techniques to chanel our innate creativity.
We'll explore the soothing tactile experience of working with clay and take inspiration from the natural world's diverse array of detailed patterns and eclectic shapes, to create our own unique nature-inspired vessels and objets d'art.
No experience required - come as you are! *Maximum 8 participants.
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What's Provided:
- All Materials and Supplies Needed for Handbuilding Pottery
- Light snacks
What to Bring:
- Yoga mat & dish rag (required)
- Apron if you'd like (though the clay *will wash out of clothes)
- Snack
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Layers (depending on the weather and your comfort)
How We'll Flow:
YOGA: We'll settle in with a gentle yoga practice grounded in nature and centering movemement and breath as portals to our innate creativity.
NATURE WALK: We'll wander through the trees on a short nature walk, soaking up the natural elements and the endlessly inspiring organic forms, textures, patterns, colors, and shapes to incorporate into the design of our clay project.
CLAY SCULPTING: We'll walk through foundational, beginner-friendly ceramics hand-building and decoration techniques (pinching, score & slipping, imprinting, carving, underglazing, and more) to guide you through creating your very own nature-inspired vessel and / or objet d'art.
APRÈS CLAY: You'll walk away with the satisfaction of creating your own ceramic piece - and that's it...JUST KIDDING! While you won't take your pieces home with you on the day of the retreat, your main challenge from here will be to channel your best inner yogi as you wait for your pieces to be glazed and fired ~ we estimate pieces will be ready for you to pick up by June 25th *details forthcoming.
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About your instructors:
Amelia and Daniela, teachers and active members of the local SF yoga and ceramic arts communities, will guide you through a day of relaxation, creativity, and connection in nature.
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*Note: Due to the intimate nature of this retreat, space is limited to 8 participants. Reserve your spot early!
