Introduction to Clay (D)

Introduction to Clay (D)

Adult Multi-Week | This class is completed

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Clay II

Beginner

1/12/2020-3/1/2020

10:00 AM-12:30 PM EDT on Sun

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$190.00

$171.00

$40.00

Explore the basics of clay. We’ll cover the proper use of studio tools, equipment and materials. You’ll learn about slab construction, coil building and combined techniques. We’ll also demonstrate wheel throwing and discuss how various clay bodies and glazes respond to each other.

  • Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
  • All materials and equipment provided. You will receive 25 pounds of clay; additional clay is available for purchase.
Orr, Christine

Christine Orr b.1993 (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist based in Richmond, Virginia. Working in clay, fiber, paper-making and poetry, her practice critically navigates how humans have co-evolved with objects. Orr investigates material culture’s role in our understanding of domestic and utilitarian items. This research connects objects and what they are made from as well as their metaphorical and symbolic potential. Orr received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 2015. She completed her Master of Fine Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University in the Craft/Material Studies Department in 2021.