Ceramics Workshop
Manual forming
3 sessions of 3 hours | 9 hours in total
October 7, 14 and 21, 2021
Thursdays | 18h30 - 21h30
Price - 110€ (Material included)
Trainer - Carolina Andrade from FICA Oficina Criativa
If you really want to get your hands dirty, then ceramics is literally for you. In Level I of the Ceramics Workshop, you don't need any previous knowledge. Once a week you come to FICA to learn and develop your own ceramic pieces. In this workshop you'll learn about types of paste, hand-building techniques and decoration with engobes. Starting with the paste, throughout the sessions we will go through the various stages of the ceramics process, ending with a glazed piece (made by us) and ready to use.
No previous knowledge is required.
Program content
Class 1. Introduction to Ceramics / Types of Pastes and characteristics / Manual construction techniques I: Lastra and Pitching
Lesson 2. Manual construction techniques II: Rolls / Textures and Finishes
Class 3. Techniques for decorating raw clay with engobes / Demonstration of the glazing process (your pieces will be glazed by us after the first firing)
From September onwards you can continue learning by coming to the Ceramics Workshop Level II.
Materials
White paste (faience*), engobes and glaze included.
Restrictions
There are no restrictions in terms of clothing, as we have aprons for everyone.
To shape the paste, we advise you not to have long nails.
Cancellation of Registration
Refunds or cancellations of paid registrations are only permitted if you notify us at least 7 days before the start of the workshop - Find out more at terms and conditions from the website.
No. of trainees
Minimum number: 5pax / Maximum number: 8pax
According to our terms, the training may be canceled if the minimum number of trainees is not met - Find out more at terms and conditions from the website.
Covid-19
Due to the current situation, wearing a mask will be compulsory in the workshop. In addition, at the entrance (and often inside the workshop) you should disinfect your hands with an alcohol-based solution, which will be available inside the workshop. In the workshop, respect social distancing in order to maintain a safe distance from the other trainees.
Discounts and Partnerships
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If you don't speak Portuguese don't worry we will give the workshop in english.
