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Wheel Throwing 2: Texture, Pattern, Imagery MONDAY EVENING begins 1.6

$425.00

  • Teacher: Alec Davis
  • Course Length: 8 Weeks
  • Date: Mondays, beginning January 6
  • Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
  • Materials fee $45 – included in price

Pottery: Texture, Pattern, Imagery

When learning pottery, the lessons begin with simple shapes, hoping for stability. As pots begin to stand on their own, it’s time for texture, pattern, imagery.

Texture, pattern, imagery. is vitality in pottery. Amid functional necessity, surface decoration layers creativity, individuality, and visual intrigue. Why is surface decoration essential for potters?

  • Personal Expression: texture, pattern, and imagery. reflects the artist’s style and vision, infusing personality.
  • Visual Impact: Adorned surfaces catch the glaze colors with intricate designs, textures, and patterns.
  • Depth and Dimension: Techniques like carving and layering add engaging intricacy.
  • Storytelling: Surface elements tell tales using imagery, symbols, and motifs.
  • Value Enhancement: Decorated pieces are more valuable due to the unique artistry in each.

Ultimately, texture, pattern, and imagery empowers potters beyond functionality, creating visually captivating, expressive works. It’s integral to the journey of any potter refining their craft, making an enduring impact. Give this pottery fundamental a try, and see your pieces start to take on a life of their own.

Our pottery and glazes are microwave and dishwasher-safe.

Prerequisite: Beginning Pottery or Intro to Ceramics from any school. All levels welcome. Casual attire recommended. Materials provided. Includes 25 lb of clay. Additional clay: $18.

Studio open 7 days a week!

 

Pottery Classes at the Seattle Artist League

Join us for pottery classes in our studio in Seattle’s Georgetown Arts District. We offer classes for beginning ceramics in wheel throwing, hand-building, firing, and glazing. Our pottery classes are open to beginners and intermediate potters.

We have long offered classes in clay sculpting. Our commitment to the medium has expanded with the opening of our south Seattle Ceramics Studio. Join us for classes, workshops, and events in Seattle’s newest ceramics studio.

At the Seattle Artist League, we have a start where you are philosophy. You are welcome in our studio as a beginner or a seasoned pro. Join us.

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  • Teacher: Alec Davis
  • Course Length: 8 Weeks
  • Date: Mondays, beginning January 6
  • Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
  • Materials fee $45 – included in price

Wheel Throwing 2: Texture, Pattern, Imagery

As your pots begin to stand on their own, it’s time to expand your skills into texture, pattern, imagery.

Texture, pattern, imagery gives vitality to pottery. Amid functional necessity, these surface layers creativity, individuality, and visual intrigue. Why is surface design essential for potters?

Personal Expression Through Texture and Pattern: Learn techniques to imprint unique textures and patterns, transforming basic pottery into personalized creations.

Interplay with Glazes: Understand how textures and patterns can alter glaze appearances, resulting in vivid contrasts and highlights.

Carving and Layering Techniques: Acquire skills in detailed carving and layering to introduce depth and precision to pottery.

Narratives in Pottery: Incorporate imagery, symbols, and motifs to convey stories and themes within pottery designs.

The Value of Intricacy: Recognize how detailed decorations increase both the aesthetic and market appeal of pottery pieces.

Texture, pattern, and imagery elevates potters past functionality, to create visually captivating, tactile, expressive works that people want to interact with. Give this pottery fundamental a try, and see your pieces start to take on a life of their own.

Our pottery and glazes are microwave and dishwasher-safe.

Prerequisite: Beginning Pottery or Intro to Ceramics from any school.

Materials provided. Includes 25 lb of clay. Additional clay: $18.

Studio open 7 days a week!

 

Pottery Classes at the Seattle Artist League

Join us for pottery classes in our studio in Seattle’s Georgetown Arts District. We offer classes for beginning ceramics in wheel throwing, hand-building, firing, and glazing. Our pottery classes are open to beginners and intermediate potters.

We have long offered classes in clay sculpting. Our commitment to the medium has expanded with the opening of our south Seattle Ceramics Studio. Join us for classes, workshops, and events in Seattle’s newest ceramics studio.

At the Seattle Artist League, we have a start where you are philosophy. You are welcome in our studio as a beginner or a seasoned pro. Join us.

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