About The Workshop

The Intensive

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

Curriculum

• Materiality: 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 advanced wheel skills.

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

Logistics

• Capacity: Limited to 8 participants for bespoke instruction.

• Provisions: Dedicated wheel, storage, and shared studio tools provided.

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

• Inquiry: Contact for tuition details and flexible payment plans.

Material Fees

• Focus: Skill acquisition and confidence over finished production.

• Greenware: $2/lb (leather hard/dry).

• Fired Work: $5/lb (post-firing weight).

• Terms: Pickup or shipping required within 30 days of firing.