Clay as Canvas: Sprig Molds and Surface Design with Tammie Rubin

In this hands-on workshop with Visiting Artist Tammie Rubin, students will learn practical techniques to create colorful, complex surfaces using underglazes, underglaze transfers, and slip trailing. They will learn techniques such as sgraffito, incised design, stamping, marbling, and inlay, as well as how to use quick stencils, resist techniques, and create plaster sprigging molds. This workshop is designed to equip students with the skills to create multi-layered surfaces that can embellish functional or sculptural objects. While the students will use greenware and bisque clay, there will be a discussion of how to finish artwork with glazes, ensuring they feel confident and prepared for the process.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from an true expert!

Pottery Northwest can fire all works that are compatible with our kilns (see below). Pieces will be ready for pick-up in 4-6 weeks.

We believe clay is for everyone! Need tuition assistance? Please send us an email at info@potterynorthwest.org for more information.

What is included

• Underglaze

• Colored slips

• Tools and brushes

• Plaster

What to bring

• A few bisque and greenware pieces to work on the surfaces. For anyone who is not using Pottery Northwest provided clays: we use cone 6 mid-range clays. We require that you bring us a photo of the label of the clay you used before we  fire your work in our kilns.

• We will provide tools and brushes, but feel free to bring your own.

• We will have heat gun stations, but feel free to bring your own heat gun or hair dryer.

• A good attitude and a mind open to learning.

• An apron, or comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. 

Please note:

• We are in Pioneer Square, so please plan ahead so that you have enough time to park. You don’t want to miss anything!

• Workshops do not grant you Studio Access outside of your workshop time.