Workshops
PAINTING WITH FIRE
Alternative Firing Methods for Pottery Creations
Embark on a creative journey with John Terlip at Villa Con Cuore as we introduce our latest workshop.
Discover the Magic of Raku:
Experience the ancient Japanese art of Raku firing, Western style, where the dance of flames and the whims of smoke create unpredictable and mesmerizing patterns on your pottery. Unleash the power of fire to transform your clay creations into unique masterpieces. Samples from VisualClayArt
Naked Raku Unveiled:
Delve into the elegance of Naked Raku, a technique that strips away the conventional to reveal the raw beauty beneath. Witness the alchemy between fire and clay, leaving stunning, unglazed patterns etched into the surface of your pottery.
Saggar Techniques for Depth and Mystery:
Explore the mystique of Saggar firing, where pottery is enclosed in a container with combustible materials. As the flames interact with these materials, intricate and captivating surfaces emerge, creating a sense of depth and mystery in your artwork.
THE GRATITUDE JAR
This workshop is an immersive experience learning hand-building techniques in creating a personal Gratitude Jar. The surface of the jar will involve the teaching of several advanced applications of slips and textures to achieve a fine arts effect and style. All materials will be supplied. At the end of the day, finished jars will be collected then glazed and fired by VisualClayArt. There will be a follow up meeting where you will be presented with your glazed and fired jar. We will share our thoughts behind our creations and the gratitudes of our daily life.
But this retreat isn't just about the technical aspects of clay; it's about awareness and creativity. We will explore the aspects of an interplay between clay and our everyday life, using the tactile nature of clay to experience a new awareness. Through fun discussions on letting go of control, accepting imperfection, and the differences between making and creating, we will learn how working with clay can be a form of meditation and relaxation.
The day will be filled with an interactive presentaion, video
and entertaining discussions about our work with clay.
SAMPLE GRATITUDE JARS - PASTELS, CREATIVE LIDS, NO TWO LOOK ALIKE