Ceramics Workshop

Ceramics Workshop
Manual forming

3 sessions of 3 hours | 9 hours in total
7, 14 and 21 September 2023
Thursdays | 18h30 - 21h30
Price - 130€ (Material included)
Trainer - Rita Daniel from FICA Oficina Criativa

Description

In this Ceramics Workshop you will learn how to build pieces using the four hand-forming techniques: Slab, Pinch Pot, Coil and Carved Solid Block. As well as a theoretical introduction to the types of pastes and the process of transforming clay into ceramics, we will cover some decoration techniques on raw clay, using engobes and textures, and, finally, glazing techniques will be demonstrated. The format of the pieces is directly linked to the type of techniques we'll be covering and means that at the end* you'll take four (or more) ready-to-use utilitarian pieces with you.

No previous knowledge is required.
Minimum age for participation: 16 years / Accompanied by an adult (two entries): 14 years

Program Content

Class 1.
Theoretical introduction to ceramics: types of paste, firing, decorations and glazes
Practical exercise in manual construction techniques I: Slab and Pinch Pot
Lesson 2.
Practical exercise in manual construction techniques II: Coils and Carving
Class 3.
Finishing and gluing
Introduction to techniques for decorating raw clay with engobes and textures
Demonstration of glazing processes

*All the pieces produced will be fired, glazed and fired again by us (they will have to be picked up afterwards).

You can continue learning by coming to the Ceramics Workshop, dedicated to Decoration, Coatings and Glazing.

Material included

White paste (earthenware)
Engobes
Cooking and glazing
Introduction to Ceramics

Waiting List

Cancellations may occur. If the training is sold out and you would like to receive an alert if there are any withdrawals, send an e-mail to workshop@fica-oc.pt, with the subject line 'ceramics workshop waiting listIf there is a cancellation for this specific workshop, we will let you know.
We don't take reservations for future courses. If you want to find out first-hand about the next month's courses, you can subscribe to our Newsletter.

Cancellation of Registration

IMPORTANT - Cancellations/postponements/refunds of registrations (including gift voucher registrations) are only permitted if you give us at least 7 days' notice of the start of the workshop. Any cancellation with less than 7 days' notice, we will do our best to fill your place, however, a refund or postponement can only be made if your place is filled.

If a trainee fails to attend one or more training sessions, FICA is not responsible for replacing or compensating for that session.
To cancel/admit/refund, send an e-mail to workshop@fica-oc.pt
Find out more at terms and conditions from the website.

No. of trainees

Minimum number: 8pax / Maximum number: 12pax
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.
Minimum age for participation: 16 years / Accompanied by an adult (two entries): 14 years

Other Workshops

We have other ceramics workshops such as the Ceramic Decoration and Coatings Workshop. It accompanies the Workshops.

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If you don't speak Portuguese don't worry we will give the workshop in english.