“Manic Mug-Day” with Shannon Wachowski
WHEN: Tuesdays, March 4 – April 15 (skipping March 25)
TIME: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Lander Art Center Pottery Studio
INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Wachowski
MAX CAPACITY: 5 Students
In Manic Mug-Day, participants will explore the art of handcrafting beautiful, durable ceramic mugs from start to finish. Working with clay is a tactile, mindful process, and this class offers a warm, inclusive environment for artists of all experience levels. Over six sessions, you’ll learn essential techniques—from forming and trimming to adding handles and applying glazes—that will help you create your own collection of unique, personal mugs. Whether you’re stepping behind a pottery wheel for the first time or looking to refine your skills, Manic Mug-Day will encourage your creativity every step of the way.
Space is limited to five participants, ensuring plenty of individualized instruction and access to the pottery wheels. Leave each class with a new level of confidence in handling clay, plus the satisfaction of bringing your ideas to life. Join us in the Pottery Studio and discover just how much a simple mug can express about you and your craft.
What you'll learn
Clay Preparation and Centering: Prepare your clay and master the basics of centering on a wheel.
Throwing and Forming: Use the potter’s wheel to shape clay into mug forms with consistent walls and aesthetics.
Handle Attachment: Learn how to pull, shape, and securely attach handles for both functionality and style.
Surface Design and Decoration: Explore various surface techniques (carving, stamping, underglaze, and more) to personalize your mugs.
Trimming and Finishing: Refine your pieces by trimming excess clay and smoothing edges.
Glazing Fundamentals: Experiment with different glazes, learn about firing temperatures, and understand how to achieve the desired finish.
Studio Etiquette and Workflow: Gain confidence operating in a pottery studio, caring for tools, and maintaining a safe, creative workspace.
