About The Workshop

The Intensive

A week-long immersion in Brattleboro, Vermont, focusing on the foundational strategies of large-scale wheel-thrown vessels.

Curriculum

• Materials: Selecting and conditioning clay bodies for scale.

• Ergonomics: Techniques to minimize strain and ensure physical longevity.

• Construction: Sectional stacking and spontaneous improvisation.

• Technical Control: Structural joins and moisture management (torches/fans).

• Design: Aesthetic and logistical considerations for monumental forms.

Requirements

• Level: Intermediate to professional wheel skills.

• Proficiency: Ability to comfortably center and throw 5 lbs of clay.

Logistics

• Capacity: Limited to 7 participants for individualized instruction.

• Equipment and materials: Dedicated wheel, storage, and shared studio tools provided; unlimited clay available

• Accommodations: Students are responsible for transportation (Hartford BDL Airport) and lodging.

• Inquiry: Contact for tuition details and payment plans.

Material Fees

• Clay used in the workshop is covered by the tuition fee.

• In cases where students wish to keep work, the charge for greenware is $2/lb. The cost of fired work is $5/lb., post-firing weight. Pickup or shipping required within 30 days of firing.