Tuesday PM: Hand-Building Techniques
2:30pm-5:30pm | Taught by Josephine Mette Larsen
Available spots
Course Description
Navigating the expansive world of hand-building techniques in pottery can feel overwhelming. With endless options available, how do you begin to build a foundation that allows you to transform inspiration into tangible artistry? This course demystifies the process, guiding you through various hand-building methods tailored to help you capture specific forms and details whether they're functional pots or non-functional vessels. Throughout this course, you'll explore several techniques including slab building (both soft and firm), coil construction, pinching, and the use of bisque molds to sculpt and define forms. Our approach emphasizes both additive and subtractive methods: starting with a basic silhouette and meticulously refining it by removing material to enhance the shape and surface details. As you develop your skills, patience and presence will be key. Engaging deeply with the materials and gradually mastering the techniques at your own pace will be our primary focus. This hands-on class is designed not just to teach, but to inspire your unique creative vision and encourage exploration with clay. The course fee is $495, which includes all materials except for clay, available for an additional $14 per 12.5lb bag. Whether you are beginning your journey in pottery or looking to refine your existing skills, this course offers a comprehensive pathway to mastering the art of hand-building.
Upcoming Sessions
Contact Details
34 Bridge St, Frenchtown, NJ 08825, USA
215.340.0964
Lisanaplesceramics@gmail.com
Cancellation Policy
**PAYMENTS:** - MANUAL payments: need to be paid within a week of registering. - CHECK payments: Pay to "Lisa Naples" at 5 S Harrison St. Frenchtown NJ 08825. - CASH payments: Pay in-person within a week of registering. IMPORTANT: If payment is not made within 1 week of booking, then your reserved seat will be forfeited. **CLASS CANCELLATION:** - Full refund if > 2 weeks before start date; half refund 7-14 days before; non-refundable < 7 days before start date. - Lisa Naples reserves the right to cancel a class at any point if registration falls below 6 participants. In this case, you will be fully refunded. **MISSED CLASSES:** - No makeup for missed classes, however, 3 hours of open studio access will be allotted to students who miss a class during a 10-week session.