Newport Throw Down: Surface Focus (FULL)

This class is for intermediate to advanced adult ceramicists are invited to participate in this 8-week challenge-based class. The focus will be on exploring and refining surface techniques for both hand-builders and throwers.

Challenges and instructions will be presented during four class sessions, each introducing both a technical and a creative prompt centered on a specific theme. Students will then have the following class to work independently on their challenge pieces.

The class will culminate in Week 8 with a group wrap-up and the crowning of our “Star Potter,” who will receive a 1-year Household Membership to the Newport Art Museum.The final class will be devoted to independent glazing and finishing of the work produced throughout the course.

This class is intended for returning students or those with equivalent ceramic experience.