Nigerian and Ghanaian Pottery (tuition-free)

Adult Tuition-Free Class | This program has been canceled

All levels welcome, recommended for beginners.

1/9/2023-3/13/2023

7:00 PM-9:30 PM EDT on Mon

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$45.00

Come make pots with us! You will learn and explore a technique that has been practiced in the country of Nigeria for centuries. 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. Students should be advised that you do not need any prior art or ceramic background for this technique. Although this is a traditional practice and we want to keep it in its most authentic form - it is a very physical technique and can involve a lot of standing, leaning, bending and constant movement. Stretching before class is recommended. Please know your physical boundaries before entering the class.

What you will learn:
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 and Ghanaian Pottery technique
4. Learn a new non-Western ceramic technique
5. Learn the history, importance, beauty, and function of vessels in African and other cultures of the world

• Participants must have a valid Fleisher membership.

Please note: this is an 8-session course. Fleisher will be closed on January 16 and February 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and President's Day.

  • This is an in-person class which will take place in our building with strict social distancing protocols and reduced student capacity. Please see our COVID-19 community safety policies.
  • The studio fee covers the cost of your first bag of clay, special tools, and firing fees.

  • Start the term with these supplies:
  • • Comfortable shoes
  • • Clothes that can get messy or apron • Bottle of water • Hand lotion •  Ceramic carving tool kit  •  Coconut ribs 
    The carving tools and coconut ribs can be purchased at any number of locations. The links to the Ceramic Shop website are are intended only as one option and for reference:
    https://www.theceramicshop.com/product/32841/pottery-tool-kit-10-pieces/
    https://www.theceramicshop.com/product/2778/cocoribs-set-of-7-mkm/