Deepening the Surface through Layers & Print
July 22nd - 27th (5.5 days)
 
At long last, a week fully dedicated to exploring surface decoration!!
This workshop is ideal for those who have a working knowledge of clay, surface lovers or surface curious, but could also be intriguing to those with a strong interest in mixed media and 2D realms such as painting, drawing, print & collage.  
 
In this workshop we'll focus on:
Creating depth through the layering of surface
Applying various techniques for image transfer, print on clay, mono print, screenprint
Exploring personal expression through imagery and mark-making
Using various resists at various stages
Considering the use of different Clay bodies and casting slips
Building your technical tool kit
Building a test tile reference for techniques and ideas explored
 
To maximize these goals, we'll be working with test tiles, simple slab forms and a pre-bisqued form. Our studio is fully equipped and wheels may be used by anyone with the experience to do so, but wheel work and producution is NOT the focus for this workshop. By the end of the week, we want to have explored numerous surface possibilities and  for you to take home a test tile resource for reference. 
 
Typical Studio Hours for Weeklong Workshops:
10-4. Hours may vary slightly to accommodate studio needs. 
This is a 5.5 day workshop. The last day is for collecting work and timing will depend on the cooling of the kiln. Finished pieces can be collected from the studio at a later date, or shipping can be arranged if needed.
 
Fees:
$675.00 + $78.97hst = $753.97
 
Fees include:
Instruction & support
min of 2 clay bodies (light & dark)
Casting Slip & Decorative Slips
Underglaze materials, printing mediums
Printmaking tools, supplies & materials
1 Pre-bisqued form/ participant
Glazes
Use of studio equipment & tools (you will not be required to bring tools but welcome to bring your faves)
Minimum of 1 of each bisque & glaze firings (for Cone 6)
Light refreshments
Tech services
 
TO REGISTER:
This is a first come first serve process, payment in full confirms your registration. To register, purchase the workshop and send payment via e-transfer to april@blackbirdpottery.ca
We will follow up with an email to confirm receipt of your regsitration. If you do not recieve an email within 2 days, please reach out by email. 
 
Class sizes are small. We require a minimum of 6 participants to run. 

In the case of severe weather, other arrangements may be required. 
Please review our cancellation policy and covid protocols prior to registration.