Pottery Workshops
KWAK KYUNGTAE AND MARCO MINETTI – TOURING POTTERS - COME TO OTAKI POTTERY CLUBCeramics New Zealand is proud to present our 2024 Touring Potter programme featuring Kwak Kyungtae and Marco Minetti come to Otaki Pottery Club.
Half day Onggi / Half day Korean wheel-throwing - 10 Aug Registration fees
To register and for more information go here: https://ceramicsnz.org/news-and-events/touring-potter-programme/kwak-kyungtae/ |
Onggi
Learn the lost art of the Onggi technique, a method unique in the world for coil building large pots and forms. Traditionally born out of necessity in Korea, Onggi pots were and still are used today for food fermentation and storage. A quintessential example of how form follows function, both the forms and building techniques are a living art in and of themselves. You will be taught how to make coils, flatten the base of the pot, and coil the clay using the “Taryeom” method. Master Kwak will demonstrate how to paddle the form and shape it, giving you a newfound sense of volume and proportion on a large scale. There are only a handful of Onggi masters left in Korea, and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from one of them in New Zealand.
Korean Wheel-throwing
The throwing-focused program is all about building confidence on the wheel. Ancient Korean throwing techniques are taught step by step through theory, demonstration, and guided practice. You will learn how to throw off the hump, and master basic but fundamental shapes from the “Sabal” or tea bowl, to plates, cylinders, larger forms, and vases . We believe it is essential that students develop an honest relationship with clay, know its limits, and understand that each time we touch the clay, there must be a reason and a method to our movements. By breaking down each step students can sharpen their skills and aspire to a higher level of craftsmanship in their own practice. Imagine all the lessons one would learn as an apprentice, condensed into 3 days. of intense practice. Students from all backgrounds and skill levels are welcome. Instruction and demos will be catered to each individual student’s goals and/or abilities. Learn how to practice and follow the path to mastery on the wheel.
Learn the lost art of the Onggi technique, a method unique in the world for coil building large pots and forms. Traditionally born out of necessity in Korea, Onggi pots were and still are used today for food fermentation and storage. A quintessential example of how form follows function, both the forms and building techniques are a living art in and of themselves. You will be taught how to make coils, flatten the base of the pot, and coil the clay using the “Taryeom” method. Master Kwak will demonstrate how to paddle the form and shape it, giving you a newfound sense of volume and proportion on a large scale. There are only a handful of Onggi masters left in Korea, and this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from one of them in New Zealand.
Korean Wheel-throwing
The throwing-focused program is all about building confidence on the wheel. Ancient Korean throwing techniques are taught step by step through theory, demonstration, and guided practice. You will learn how to throw off the hump, and master basic but fundamental shapes from the “Sabal” or tea bowl, to plates, cylinders, larger forms, and vases . We believe it is essential that students develop an honest relationship with clay, know its limits, and understand that each time we touch the clay, there must be a reason and a method to our movements. By breaking down each step students can sharpen their skills and aspire to a higher level of craftsmanship in their own practice. Imagine all the lessons one would learn as an apprentice, condensed into 3 days. of intense practice. Students from all backgrounds and skill levels are welcome. Instruction and demos will be catered to each individual student’s goals and/or abilities. Learn how to practice and follow the path to mastery on the wheel.
- Demonstrations run for 3 hours with each morning or afternoon session requiring a separate booking.
- Registrations are non-refundable but CANZ will try to help find a replacement where possible.
- We encourage all people registering to apply for Creative New Zealand Professional Development funding.
Express your interest in one of our upcoming workshops
The following workshops run throughout the year and can be organised based on interest.
BonsaiCome and explore the fundamentals of Bonsai, and create your own miniature tree to take home.
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KintsugiLearn the magical Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold with artist Ema Frost.
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Pit FiringDiscover the ancient art of pit firing and unlock a world of unpredictable beauty and creative possibilities.
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Garden OrbsUnleash your creativity and bring magic to your garden with handcrafted pottery garden orbs.
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Garden GoddessBring a touch of sacredness to your outdoor sanctuary with your very own Garden Goddess.
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LithographyUnleash your artistic vision on clay with the mesmerising art of lithography printing.
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Giant SeashellsCraft colossal seashells in clay and let your imagination ride the waves of your coastal dreams into your garden.
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Mould MakingLearn to skilfully recreate your favourite pieces and bring your artistic vision to life.
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Garden MermaidSculpt a captivating mermaid that adds a touch of magic and enchantment to your outdoor oasis.
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Glazing TechnologyLearn glazing methods and how to formulate a glaze recipe, test it and how to make it your own
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Head StudiesUnderstand proportions, and essential elements needed to skilfully recreate the human form.
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Simplified FiguresLearn how to solve issues when making a human body in clay through a simplified geometrical approach.
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