Traditional Nigerian and Ghanaian Pottery

Adult Summer Class | This program has been canceled

All levels welcome, recommended for beginners.

7/9/2018-7/30/2018

6:30 PM-9:30 PM EDT on Mon

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$125.00

$110.00

$25.00

Come make pots with us! You will learn and explore a technique that has been practiced in the country of Nigeria for centuries. We will also learn techniques unique to the Ghanaian pottery tradition. In contrast with western notions of ceramics, students will learn about African art and aesthetic and become familiar with the important role of the vessel in Nigerian culture and around the world.
You do not need any prior art or ceramics experience for this technique.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN THIS WORKSHOP
1. Get an introduction to West African art and aesthetic
2. Construct a vessel to take home at the end of class
3. Become proficient in the Traditional Nigerian Pottery technique
4. Learn a new non-western ceramic technique
5. Learn the history, importance, beauty and function of vessels in Africa and other cultures of the world

This is a traditional practice, and we want to keep it in its most authentic form. It is a very physical technique can involve a lot of standing, leaning, bending and constant motion. Stretching before class is recommended. Please know your physical boundaries before entering the class.

  • FOR THE FIRST CLASS BRING THESE SUPPLIES:
  • • Comfortable shoes
  • • Clothes that can get messy, or an apron
  • • Ceramic carving tool kit *
  • • Bottle of water
  • • Hand lotion
  • Your initial project clay will be provided, but you may wish to purchase additional clay, available through the school store.

  • Items marked with an * are available for purchase in Fleisher’s school store. Members receive a 10% discount on art supply purchases.