CERAMIC AND STONE ARTS

CERAMIC AND STONE ARTS 2010

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.

Location:

Risingholme - course to be held at Risingholme Community Centre

Riccarton - course to be held at Riccarton High School, Curletts Road

CGHS or Christchurch Girls' High - course to be held at Christchurch Girls' High School, 10 Matai Street

STONE SCULPTING

Term 1 Tues 9 Feb 8wks

Wed 10 Feb

Term 2 Tues 27 Apr

Wed 28 Apr

Time Tues class 5.30 - 8 pm;

Time Wed class 12.15 – 2.45 pm

Fee $90

Location Risingholme Community Centre

þ Also offered in Terms 3 and 4.

An exciting opportunity to enrol in one or more terms of stone sculpting classes. This class provides the opportunity to carve in limestone and soapstone. Creating a sculpture in stone is an extra-ordinary satisfying experience. Create a simple form or dive into a year long project. From the complete beginner to someone who wants to put aside that time to sculpt under the experienced eye of the tutor. Learn new skills and have fun doing so.

(Additional costs: use of tools $20 per person to be paid directly to tutor for use of tools as well as approximately $30-$60 for stones)

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

Term 1 Thurs 11 Feb 8 wks

Term 2 Thurs 29 Apr

Fee $75

Time 7 – 9 pm

Location Risingholme Community Centre

þ Also offered in Terms 3 and 4.

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 pinching, coiling, slab work, 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

POTTERY

Term 1 Mon 8 Feb 8 wks

Fri 5 Feb

Term 2 Mon 26 Apr

Fri 30 Apr

Time Monday 9.30 am – 12 noon $90

or 1 - 3 pm $75

Friday 9.30 am – 12 noon $90

Location Risingholme

þ Also offered in Terms 3 and 4.

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

Term 1 Sat 27 Mar (weather dependant; if postponed, 17 April)

Fee $50

Time 7 am – 2 pm

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. Bring own lunch.

Tutor Renate Galetzka

SLIP DECORATION WORKSHOP

Term 2 Sat 29 May & 12 Jun 2 wks

Fee $50

Time 9 – 1 pm

Location Risingholme

Introduction to slip making, decorating and firing. We will be making our own slips, then experiment on test tiles by stamping, painting, printing, slip trailing, wax resist etc. On the 2^nd Saturday, we will develop our own designs and decorate our works. Materials extra. Bring own lunch.