CERAMIC AND STONE ARTS 2009

  

Understanding our "blurb"

 

COMPUTING – Building your confidence

Fri 13 Feb/ 8 May/ 31 Jul/16 Oct     8 wks

 

means that this course will start (assuming we have received enough enrolments) on the following dates:

Term 1    Friday 13 Feb  for 8 wks

Term 2    Friday 8 May

Term 3     Friday 31 July

Term 4     Friday 16 Oct

 

Please note the following as well

In most cases classes will be taught by the tutor named in the brochure/website on the dates stated.  We make every effort to make our programme as accurate as possible at the time of printing.  We do, however, reserve the right to make any changes that may be necessary.

 

LIMESTONE SCULPTURE WORKSHOP

Sat    7 Mar/13 Jun/21 Nov         10 am – 4 pm

Fee $50     (plus $50 to be paid directly to tutor for limestone, materials and use of tools etc)

Location               Risingholme

Have a go at working with limestone with a passionate sculptor and tutor – Julie Clausen. These weekend workshops are for the complete beginner through to those who have a few skills tucked up their sleeves. Students will learn carving skills, techniques, use of tools and how to successfully approach and work your own sculpture. All tools, safety gear, stone and tuition provided in these weekend workshops. Be quick – they’re very popular!

Only 10 participants – numbers strictly limited for safety and comfort.

Tutor           Julie Clausen      

 

In all pottery classes there will be associated costs for materials and firing. Tutor will discuss options.

 

MIXED ABILITY POTTERY

Thurs 12 Feb/7 May/30 Jul/15 Oct

Fee              $45   7 – 9 pm    8 wks

Location               Risingholme

This course offers beginners the opportunity to have a go and have some fun with clay. You will be introduced to a range of building and modelling techniques including “throwing” on the wheel, the use of moulds and sculpting. A variety of decorating and glazing methods can be tried and the firing processes will be explained. Your more experienced classmates will be supportive and give you lots of encouragement, as will your tutor, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Experienced students may be set tasks to extend and refine existing skills and will be challenged to develop new ones.

Tutor          Sara Hopley/

Renate Galetzka (T2)  

 

POTTERY

Mon   9 Feb/4 May/27 Jul/12 Oct

10 am – 12 noon or 1 - 3 pm

Fee             $45             8 wks

OR

Fri     13 Feb/8 May/31 Jul/ 12 Oct

9.30 am – 12 noon

Fee             $50             8 wks

Location               Risingholme

In this mixed ability class we will cover all areas of pottery and ceramic art, from throwing, glazing and decorating to designing, sculpting and firing. An experienced tutor will assist you in  developing your own projects with demonstrations, technical support and theoretical background information. Bring (or make) your own mug for morning tea/afternoon tea

Tutor          Renate Galetzka

 

ACTION POTTERY – Beach Firing at Birdling’s Flat

Sat 28 Mar (weather dependant; if postponed, 4 April)       7 am – 2 pm

Fee             $45             1 wk

Location     Risingholme/beach

During usual class time we will create vessels and objects suitable for this very ancient firing technique. We will burnish the objects to achieve a smooth, velvety surface. The firing at the beach, helped only by some metal oxides, seaweed and driftwood will add its unique fiery mark and produce individual masterpieces of art.

Only open to students currently attending Pottery Classes at Risingholme.

Tutor           Renate Galetzka

 

MAKE YOUR OWN TEAPOT

Sat 13 and 20 Jun        9 – 1 pm

Fee             $45             2 days.

Location               Risingholme

In these two Saturday mornings, we will design, throw and assemble our own teapot.  We will grasp the basics of and experiment with handles, lids, knobs and spouts.  With the help of demonstrations, particular techniques, practical assistance and technical analysis, participants will work on their own teapot.  This workshop is limited to 8 participants and participants must have basic throwing skills.

Tutor           Renate Galetzka

 

WORKING WITH PAPERCLAY

Sat 8 and 15 Aug     9 am – 1 pm

Fee              $45             2 days

Location               Risingholme

This workshop will be run by our very own paperclay expert Jane O’Neill. Find out about the special qualities of paperclay.  You will be introduced to a wide range of hand building techniques especially suited to paper clay.  This is a hands on workshop in paper clay figurative/object making.  Small cost for materials

Tutor          Jane O’Neill

 

CHRISTMAS GIFTS IN CLAY

Sat 21 and 28 Nov        9 am – 1 pm

Fee             $45             2 days

Location               Risingholme

Make or paint a lasting and very individual Xmas gift.  You can either paint ready made cups, teapots or platters with bright, food safe colours or work with terracotta clay, sculpt and mould the individual gift for your loved ones.  Children welcome to be part of this workshop but must be part of an adult team.  Materials extra.

Tutor          Renate Galetzka

 

 

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ALL CLASS ENQUIRIES AND ENROLMENTS TO:

RISINGHOLME – PH 3327359

22 CHOLMONDELEY AVE, CHRISTCHURCH 8023