Annette ten Cate Workshop
2-day members workshop
4 spots left
Description
Spend 2 days with Annette ten Cate in this hand-building animal sculptural workshop. Using simple tools, basic sighting and various hand-building techniques, you’ll learn how to transform clay into animal sculptures. Whether you're new to clay or an experienced maker, these methods will provide a strong foundation to confidently create expressive sculptural pieces. The methods we cover can be used to build both animal and figurative forms as well as functional items, wall hung pieces and ornaments. In day one we will build 2-3 hollow sculptural forms, focusing on both birds and rabbits. For day two please bring reference images to create the animal of your choosing, perhaps a family pet or favourite wildlife neighbour. Annette is a graduate of the Sheridan Craft & Design program in Ceramics and has been creating both figurative and wildlife sculptures for over 15 years. She is passionate about sharing her enthusiasm for hand-building in clay, and appreciating wildlife through art. What to bring: (Bring what you have handy, we can also share and improvise) A wooden paddle Wooden dowels (approx. ¼”, ½” width, 12” in length) A wooden ruler (or flat stick, i.e. paint stick) Your basic pottery tools A soft brush A red rib or other soft rib Your preferred stoneware clay body (stoneware is recommended over porcelain for these building methods) Apron (optional) and towels Lunch (both days) We will also discuss: Drying & firing considerations Making pieces that stand on 2 or 4 legs Ways to add colour and finishing Instagram @Annette_ten_Cate
Location
BPG Member's Studio
111 Sherwood Drive unit 2, Brantford, ON, Canada
Class Schedule
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least two weeks prior to the start of class. Cancellations made within two weeks of the class start date are eligible for a refund minus a 20% administration fee. No refunds will be issued once classes have begun.