Ceramics: Hand Building: “Slab Dish”

Deadline to Register: November 7th at 5:00pm

Title: Ceramics: Handbuilding “Slab Dish”

Description: The slab technique is a simple concept that has infinite possibilities and can be used to make a variety of types of pottery from functional pieces like serving dishes or vases to artistic centerpieces or wall sculptures. Bring your imagination and see what you can create! Students will return to glaze their pieces on November 22nd. (If you are unable to return on that date, your instructor can apply the glaze of your choosing.)

Instructor: Paul Wieland has been making wheel-thrown pottery for over 15 years and has taught at multiple pottery studios throughout the region. He studied ceramics under Tom Marsh at the University of Louisville and was a co-founder of the Tennessee Valley Ceramic Arts Guild (TVCAG). He has demonstrated pottery-making at the Burritt Museum Folklife Festival for several years. He has also exhibited his work at Lowe Mill in Huntsville and in Atlanta, GA. You may see examples of Paul’s work on his website, Nascent Pottery.

Supplies and Attire: All materials and supplies will be provided. Students should wear close-toed shoes.

Time: Saturday, November 14th (1:00-3:00pm) and Glazing Session Sunday, November 22nd (1:00-3:00)

Tuition: $40.00

Supply Fee: $5.00

Level: All Levels

Important Information: Registering for a workshop indicates that the student is 19 years of age or older and understands that photographs/video may be taken during the event and their image may be used on Burritt on the Mountain’s website and social media outlets or other promotional materials. Registration also indicates that the student releases Burritt on the Mountain and the City of Huntsville, all their directors, employees, volunteers, and any persons associated with Burritt on the Mountain, from any liability for any bodily injury and/or property damage suffered by the attendee as a result of activities during the educational program.