Hand built Vase and Flower Arranging
Please join us for a two part flower workshop. In part one of the workshop on September 12, you’ll learn how to hand-build a vase at the studio with our instructor, Erin King. In part two on October 10, you’ll create a flower arrangement of local flowers to fill your finished vase. You’ll also learn helpful flower arranging tips with the guidance of a local flower floral designer. The workshop is $120 for members and $160 for non-members. All materials are included: clay, glaze , kiln firing, and flowers.
Pit Fire Workshop
Clay+Kiln and Kickwheel are collaborating to bring you a multi-day workshop about the ancient art of pit-fired clay. This workshop will include demonstrations, discussions and hands-on project, culminating in the firing of the pit kiln at Kickwheel Studio in Petaluma. Mike and Karen will be leading this workshop.
Saturday Oct. 3 from 10am - 1 pm at CLAY+KILN: information and demonstration on the techniques of a pit fire. (You do not need any pieces ready for this day.)
Saturday, Nov. 14 from 2 -4pm at KICKWHEEL: preparing individual pots for the pit fire, loading, and starting the fire
Sunday, Nov. 15: unload the kiln and see our results!
Cost is $120 for members of either Clay+Kiln or Kickwheel and $160 for non-members.
Space is limited to 8 participants so don’t delay
Form and Function:The Art of handbuilt vessels
Join ceramic artist Jen Stark for a hands-on workshop exploring the art of handbuilding functional vessels — bowls, dishes, and forms made to be used and loved. Working without the wheel, you’ll learn slab, coil, and pinch techniques to build pieces with intention and quiet beauty. Each student will leave with a finished greenware piece ready for firing and a deeper understanding of how thoughtful making transforms raw clay into something both useful and meaningful.
All materials are included and all skill levels welcome.
