David Gary Wright Workshop at: Miami University, Oxford, Ohio

   Beginner Throwing: The W(right) Way

This course provides a good introduction to creating functional pottery forms for students with no prior experience and also for those who have worked with clay before, but would benefit from a review. Fundamental techniques such as wedging, centering, the development of cylinders, cup/mug forms, bowls, trimming, handles and lids, along with glazing and slip decoration will be presented.

June 29th - July 3rd, 2009

  CraftSummer
  Miami University
  Oxford, Ohio 45056

  513/529-7395 or e-mail to: CraftSummer@muohio.edu

  www.units.muohio.edu/craftsummer/schedule/

David Gary Wright Workshop at:

Peninsula School of Art in Door County, Fish Creek, Wisconsin

New Horizons in Clay // David Gary Wright

www.peninsulaartschool.com

CE908 • Mon-Fri • Aug 3-7 • 9am-4pm

Advanced Beginner •  Clay

Tuition: Member $450 • Non-Member $475 • plus clay, firing & glazing fees

In this hands-on workshop, David will share with you the variety of handbuilding and  wheelthrowing techniques he uses in the creation of his inventive, functional pottery.  You'll be stretching, cutting and folding the clay; as well as reassembling it and using press molds. David will focus on the ideas, philosophy and influences that affect his work. He'll discuss how artists develop their own personal vision, and you'll be encouraged to express your ideas and viewpoint regarding your creative process

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