*SPECIAL WORKSHOP* Slab Built Platter w/ Studio Eighteen

Workshop Duration: One day workshop (2.5 hours)

Dates/Times: Tuesday, July 21 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM

Workshop Description:

Join Kathy for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own functional ceramic platter! 

In this workshop you’ll be guided through the entire process, from rolling and shaping slabs of clay to building and refining your platter form. Once your piece is constructed, you'll explore a variety of surface decoration techniques, including underglaze painting, carving, and textural design. Kathy will share examples of different decorative approaches and provide guidance as you develop a design that reflects your own style and interests.

Whether you prefer bold patterns, botanical motifs, simple geometric designs, or more detailed illustrations, this workshop offers plenty of room for creativity. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind handmade platter that is both functional and decorative—perfect for displaying in your home, serving food, or giving as a thoughtful handmade gift.

All pieces will be finished with a clear glaze and fired after the workshop is complete. It can take approximately 5 weeks for students’ work to be finished and ready for pick up at The Clay Warehouse. All materials, tools, and firings are included.

Workshop Description Breakdown:

Technique: Hand building using slabs (NO POTTERY WHEEL USED)

Tools and equipment: Basic hand building tools, table work, paint brushes, underglaze

Project: Make and decorate a functional hand built platter using various surface decoration techniques.

Time until your art piece is ready for pick up: 5-weeks (email will be sent out when your piece is ready to pick up)

About the Instructor: 

Kathy Szuba is the designer and maker behind ceramics brand STUDIO EIGHTEEN. With a background in interior design and architecture, Kathy's work is deeply inspired by the built environment around us. Light, shadow, texture, shape, and colour are key features that inform her designs. Her collection includes ceramic jewellery and homewares including wall art.

Kathy specializes in slab-built and hand-built ceramic techniques using underglaze to create colourful, bold designs and patterns. When she's not working in her Surrey, BC home studio, you can find her selling STUDIO EIGHTEEN ceramics at Vancouver markets including Circle Craft, Got Craft and Khatsahlano street festival.

Location: The Clay Warehouse - #10-1770 McLean Ave. Port Coquitlam, BC, V4C 4 K8

Dates/Times: Tuesday, July 21 from 5:30 - 8:00 PM

Materials: All necessary materials are provided, including clay, tools, and firing services, as well as studio glazes.

Post Workshop: Once your piece is finished, we will fire it in our kiln twice. Your piece will be finished with a clear glaze to highlight the underglaze paint. Please give us 5-weeks to finish you piece from the last day of class. Once the pieces are done, they will be placed on our pickup shelf. Please bring an appropriate container/bag to transport your piece. Pieces will only be held for up to 30 days starting 5 weeks (35 days) after the class date (total of 65 days until piece is considered abandoned).

Important information:

Limited Slots Available: To ensure Kathy can give everyone plenty of hands-on guidance, we’ve kept this class to a maximum of 8 attendees per workshop.

No Clay Experience Required:

This class is ideal for those new to clay, seeking a different method than the potter's wheel, or looking to refresh old skills.

Ensure you can commit to all class dates:

We plan our class dates far in advance to provide adequate notice for you to plan your life around our workshops. We ask that future students registering for this class commit to all class dates.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations are accepted up to 7 days before the first workshop date, and all cancellations are subject to a $50 administration fee. Cancellations made 6 days or less before the workshop will not be refunded. Once a workshop has begun, refunds will not be processed. We are a small business and must fill all spots in each class to pay our teachers and supply all materials and equipment. 

Students attending the workshop must be at least 18 years old:

Our studio is a mature space designed for adults looking to unwind from their daily lives.