with Edward Steffanni
May 4th, 2024
In photo to clay, students will learn how to add photographic imagery to their vessels and other ceramic surfaces. The class will cover transfer techniques to leather hard clay, making ceramic ink, and hand-coloring images before/after transfer.
with Pi Benio
May 2nd, 2024
Studio Visit: Pi Benio
Pi has maintained a studio on various locations on E Maumee since she arrived in town to teach at Adrian College, lets say, a while ago. Her work has been shown in a one person exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Art and also in New York, Chicago, Japan and Canada. A sculptor, Pi has worked in a dizzying array of materials and techniques. Her latest work uses driftwood in meticulous suspended structures inspired by the book The Hidden Life of Trees. See and hear about the work and processes froma life long artist and arts educator. Nosh by super chefs Julia Tomaro and Mike Jacobitz (AKA) Mr Benio included. Thurs May 2, 5:30-7:30, presentation at 6:15.
327 E Maumee
Ages 21 and up.
with Erin Hoekzema
June 17th to 21st, 2024
Monday, June 17th - Friday, June 21st from 1pm - 4pm
Ages 10 - 18 years old
Students will start to experience the feel of the wheel. The focus will be centering the clay and small cylindrical shapes, aside from becoming familiar with clay and studio procedures. Students will also work on beginning hand-building projects. They will also choose their favorite glazes for pieces to be glazed and fired.
with Pi Benio
May 5th, 2024
Wall Flowers
Using the potters wheel to create and decorate the head and sculpted slabs to create petals. You will gain experience in both throwing and handbuilding. Your flower will be made to easily hang on the wall and make a statement at over 10' in breadth. Great class for beginners to gain confidence and experienced throwers to gain a fresh look at throwing as a tool.
Ages 16 and up.
with Pi Benio
June 2nd, 2024
Charcuterie Trays
Create your own festive display, food and serving trays made by you! Learn about the potters wheel using the non centered throwing technique. Inspired by live edge wood make totally functional works that are food, microwave and dishwasher safe. Your visually appealing social events for close friends and relatives will be the talk of the town.