CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER
SUMMER 2024
Pottery & Ceramics
POTTERY ON THE WHEEL - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 1
BOTTLE WORKSHOP WITH RICK BERMAN
LUSTER WORKSHOP
Participants should bring 5 - 10 pieces of work previously glaze fired in electric or gas kilns .( no salt or soda or raku ). Lusters are applied on top of glaze fired work . Gold , white gold ( silver ), copper , platinum , and mother of pearl lusters will be available for use . If you want Luster decals you can buy them from Davens or theceramicshop . com . Make sure they are LUSTER decals , not underglaze decals . The finished pieces will be available for pickup the next day after noon . Masks or respirators are recommended if sensitive to fumes .
The bottle form seems to appear in every culture in the world , ie . India , China , the Americas , Egypt , the Near East , Japan , Korea , Africa , Tibet , all over Europe , and on and on and on for thousands of years . The form was used in so many ways including the most obvious which were gathering water from the well or river , fermenting wine or beer , transporting liquids for trade , and whatever else was necessary according to the times and the culture . Also the bottle seems to be one of the most difficult forms to make on the potter ' s wheel so we will discuss at length , the challenge of the technique , and the pure joy of making a beautiful bottle . This workshop is recommended for Intermediate / Advanced students . In 1973 , Rick received an MFA in ceramics , from the University of Georgia . He was the founder and director of the ceramics department and Callanwolde Arts Center 1973 - 1980 . His work is in international and national collections , and has written numerous ceramics articles for Clay Times and Ceramics Monthly . Currently , Rick is teaching clay classes and workshops throughout the South East .
Intermediate Level wheel classes will explore advanced forms or a series of work . Examples of projects may include pottery sets ( mugs , tea bowls , etc ), large vases
and bottles , and other altered forms . Prerequisite - Beginner Level 2 Wheel .
Code : POT 18 Instructor : Jennie Ashcraft Berman Location : Basement Wheel Studio
Maximum : 12 Fee : $ 380 . 00
Code : POT 35 Instructor : Kathryne Gould Location : Handbuilding Studio Maximum : 8 Fee : $ 150 . 00 Day / Time : Saturday , 2 : 30 - 5 : 30 PM Dates : July 13 ( 1 day workshop )
Day / Time : Tuesdays , 7 : 00 - 9 : 30 PM Dates : June 4 - July 23 ( 8 weeks )
POTTERY ON THE WHEEL - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 2
Advanced wheel classes focus on the process of salt or soda firings . Students will learn about the effects of introducing these sodium compounds into a gas fired kiln , and the many variables that can happen on pottery when it is fired this way . Prerequisite - Intermediate Level Wheel or ( 2 ) Beginning Level 2 Wheel
POTTERY DATE NIGHT
Wheel throwing fundamentals This single day workshop is a fun introduction to how to use a pottery wheel . No prior experience is needed , students will learn to create cups and or bowls out of clay . Experienced potters are also welcome , and will be given tips and pointers on how to improve their technique . Students will choose a glaze color , and after the workshop the teacher will finish and glaze the work for students to pick up in a couple of weeks . Ceramics are safe to eat out of and can go in the microwave and dishwasher .
Code : POT 25 Instructor : Rick Berman Location : Basement Wheel Studio
SODA FIRING Code : POT 19 Instructor : Martha Cook Location : Basement Wheel Studio
Maximum : 12 Fee : $ 285 . 00
Day / Time : Saturday , 9 : 30 AM - 3 : 30 PM Dates : June 1 and 2 ( Two Day Workshop )
Maximum : 12 Fee : $ 380 . 00
Day / Time : Mondays , 7 : 00 - 9 : 30 PM Dates : June 3 - July 22 ( 8 weeks )
Instructor : Doug Tobin Location : Carriage House Wheel Studio Maximum : 10 Fee : $ 145 . 00 Day / Time : Saturday , 4 : 00 - 7 : 00 PM
RAKU & SAGGER FIRE WORKSHOP
Code : POT 20 Instructor : Rick Berman Location : Basement Wheel Studio Maximum : 12 Fee : $ 380 . 00 Day / Time : Tuesdays , 9 : 30 - 12 : 00 PM Dates : June 4 - July 23 ( 8 weeks )
In this hands - on workshop students learn to decorate and fire using westernized raku methods using combustible materials to create striking glaze results that vary depending on the way the flames and oxygen react to create vibrant colors and / or crackle effects . We also will do one special firing using aluminum sagger techniques providing earthtones and similar results to pit - firing . - Raku firing is low fire , and will not be water tight . Pots should be for decorative , non - food uses . Sculptures and decorative pottery forms are best , but any bisque fired pieces will work . - Bring a meal for our thirty minute lunch break . - Bring 5 - 7 small to midsize pieces or 2 - 3 large pieces to fire . - All work must be bisque fired prior to the workshop . - Handmade bisqueware will be available to purchase for students to use if they don ' t have enough of their own work to fire . - For safety and comfort , wear natural fibers clothing and closed toe shoes . No synthetic clothing or open toe shoes and sandals . Flame , water , and soot will likely create a dirty and smoky experience , so wear clothing that you will not mind getting dirty and possibly stained
POT 37 - June 15 ( 1 day workshop ) POT 38 - July 13 ( 1 day workshop )
Work by Ceramics Instructor , Doug Tobin .
ONE - DAY WHEEL THROWING WORKSHOPS
In this one - day workshop , students will receive a crash course in wheel techniques and commercial glazing . This class does not cover all parts of the ceramic process and is recommended for creative individuals looking to experiment in throwing on the wheel without the commitment of a weekly class schedule . Students will paint their thrown pieces with engobes and underglaze . After the workshop , the instructor will bisque fire and clear glaze . Students will pick up their fired and glazed pieces 1 - 2 weeks after the workshop . Note : The workshop does not include open studio time .
Instructor : Abbey Hull Location : Carriage House Wheel Studio Maximum : 10 Fee : $ 145 . 00 Day / Time : Sunday , 2 : 30 - 5 : 30 PM
Instructor : Doug Tobin & Rick Berman Location : Pottery Firing Yard Maximum : 12 Fee : $ 175 . 00 ( Includes $ 15 supply fee ) Day / Time : Saturday , 10 : 00 AM - 3 : 00 PM
POT 21 - June 2 POT 22 - June 16 POT 23 - July 14 POT 24 - July 28
POT 33 - June 22 ( 1 day workshop ) POT 34 - July 20 ( 1 day workshop ) POT 36 - August 3 ( 1 day workshop ( Lead by Julia Burns and Doug Tobin )
VISIT CALLANWOLDE . ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION .
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