Slab Lab: Introduction to Ceramics Hand Building

Get creative with clay in this two-hour introduction to slab building. Learn to cut, shape and join clay to create your own ceramic piece, exploring textures and adding personal touches along the way.

Time: 3 - 5pm
Date: Saturday 21st November

Sessions:
1

Skill Level:
Beginner to Intermediate

Age:
18+

Materials included:

• Clay

• Two rounds of firing

• Choice of studio glaze

• Use of studio tools

What the Course Covers

• An introduction to slab building with clay.

• Cutting, shaping and joining clay slabs.

• Exploring textures and simple decorative techniques.

• Creating your own ceramic piece.

• Choosing a studio glaze for your finished work.

Your piece will be fired and finished in your choice of studio glaze, ready for collection approximately 3-4 weeks after the workshop.

Facilitator
Tahlia Rutherford brings years of teaching experience and a love of hands-on making to her workshops. Since discovering clay several years ago, she has been drawn to the accessibility of slab building, encouraging others to experiment, build confidence and enjoy creating.

In her own practice, Tahlia bends and wraps clay around everyday household objects, finding inspiration in familiar shapes. Working mainly with BRT clay, she explores texture and colour to create functional pieces with organic forms and a rustic feel.

Minimum Enrolments
This course requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If the minimum enrolment is not reached, ticket holders will be notified approximately five days before the course commencement date. In the event that the course is cancelled, all ticket purchases will be refunded in full.