Explore, experiment and push the boundaries of porcelain with Juz Kitson. Learning the fundamentals of hand building and surface decoration to create a unique object. Juz Kitson will offer instructive, practical demonstrations on how to push and pull porcelain by hand, build up forms and prepare surface treatments with tools, while encouraging participants to experiment and draw inspiration from their inner world and the natural surrounds.

The workshop will focus on the familiar and unfamiliar, the internal and external environments, as well as human and animal forms. There will also be several discussions along the way about combining other materials with ceramics and exploring different ways of installing/displaying final works.

Masterclass includes

All required materials – airdry clay and tools

Light lunch - There is an opportunity to advise of any dietary requirements when making your booking.

You will walk away with

Participants will gain a strong foundation in practical hand-building skills, technical knowledge and contemporary ceramics practices both nationally and internationally.

Your own unique, hand-built clay sculpture

Other important information

Please arrive 10 minutes early to avoid late starts and allow time to find an all-day carpark.

This Masterclass will take place outside the gallery under marquees. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing.

FAQs:

Is this workshop suitable for me?

Suitable for all levels

What can I bring?

Old clothes/apron

Weather appropriate clothing

Closed in shoes

Water bottle

What's the refund policy?

Refund available up to 48 hours before the start time of the masterclass.

Please note: when purchasing your ticket, the Gallery absorbs all related booking fees, however, refunds will include the ticket price less the Humanitix fees (which consists of the payment processing fee and the service fee combined)