Ceramics Immersion

Why Choose a Private Ceramic Workshop?

In a city where pottery classes are often crowded and fast-paced, my private lessons provide:

• Personalized Attention: Instruction tailored to your specific goals and learning style

• Peaceful Environment: A quiet, focused space for creativity without distractions

• Flexible Pacing: Move as quickly or slowly as you need without feeling rushed

• Custom Project: Design exactly the pieces you envision with expert guidance

• Technical Focus: Master specific techniques that interest you most

Day 1: Introduction to Pottery Basics (3 hours)

Objectives: Familiarize student with clay properties, basic hand-building techniques, and studio safety if working from home.

Activities:

• Studio Tips & Safety Guidelines

  • Equipment introduction

  • Clay handling procedures

  • Studio rules and safety protocols

• Clay Introduction

  • Types of clay and their properties

  • Wedging demonstration and practice

  • Proper clay storage

• Template Creation

  • Design personalized templates for projects

  • Learn measuring and cutting techniques

• Slab Work Techniques

  • Rolling even slabs with consistent thickness

  • Cutting and joining techniques

  • Texture application methods

• Project: Personal Mug & Plate

  • Apply learned techniques to create functional pieces

  • Focus on proper joining and structural integrityBooking Information

Includes access to the studio after the lesson.

Day 2: Refinement & Firing Preparation (1 hour)

Objectives: Learn finishing techniques and prepare work for first firing.

Activities:

• Project Refinement

  • Trimming and smoothing techniques

  • Adding handles and decorative elements

  • Signing work

• Bisque Firing Preparation

  • Understanding the firing process

  • Clay drying considerations

  • Loading techniques and kiln furniture

• Bisque Firing

  • Program kiln together

  • Learn about temperature ranges and firing schedules

  • Start the bisque firing process

Includes access to the studio after the lesson.

Day 3: Glazing Introduction (2 hours)

Objectives: Understand glaze properties and application techniques

Activities:

• Bisque Unloading

  • Safety procedures for handling fired work

  • Evaluation of fired pieces

• Glaze Chemistry Introduction

  • Basic glaze components and their roles

  • Understanding glaze effects and interactions

  • Food safety considerations for functional ware

• Glaze Application Techniques

  • Demonstration of dipping, pouring, and brushing

  • Wax resist techniques

• Project Glazing

  • Apply learned techniques to bisque-fired pieces

Includes access to the studio after the lesson.

Day 4: Glaze Firing & Specialty Techniques (2 hours - firing break - 2 hours)

Objectives: Learn about glaze firing and special decorative techniques

Activities:

• Glaze Firing Discussion

  • Understand temperature ranges

  • Kiln loading strategies for glazed ware

• Glaze Unloading

  • Safety procedures

  • Evaluation of glaze results

• Introduction to Lusters

  • Types of lusters and their properties

  • Application methods and safety considerations

  • Design planning for luster application

• Luster Application

  • Apply lusters to selected pieces

  • Learn proper brushes and techniques

• Luster Firing Preparation

  • Understand lower temperature requirements

  • Special considerations for luster firingsActivities:

• Luster Firing Unloading

  • Final evaluation of completed pieces

  • Photography of finished work

• Comprehensive Review

  • Review techniques learned throughout the course

  • Troubleshooting discussion

  • Analysis of successful elements and areas for improvement

• Future Projects Discussion

  • Personalized suggestions for continued learning

  • Resources for further education

  • Home studio setup considerations

• Course Completion Celebration

  • Display arrangement of all completed work

Booking Information

• Duration: 4 days

• Price: $990

• Location: Brooklyn, NY

• Availability: Starting May 2024

Book Your Private Ceramic Experience

To reserve your one-on-one class, please complete the form below. I'll respond as soon as possible to confirm your booking and discuss any specific goals or requests you may have.

Please note I require at least 48 hours notice to book a private lesson.