4-week Sculpture 101 - May 9th-30th Thursdays 6:30-9pm
This May we explore the world of sculpture in this 4-week series!
Embark on a creative journey this Spring with our immersive 4-week sculpture series, taking place on Thursday evenings from 6:30-9pm starting May 9th- May 30th. Led by our talented instructor, Mareiwa, this series is perfect for beginners and aspiring handbuilders and sculptors eager to enhance their skills or build confidence in clay.
Throughout the workshop, you'll delve into the essentials of handbuilding and sculpting, mastering techniques in coil building, pinching, and slab construction. Mareiwa will provide expert guidance, creating a personalized and supportive learning environment for all participants.
Course Highlights:
Structured Learning: Engage in 2.5 hours of weekly in-person instruction over four weeks, covering foundational handbuilding and sculpting techniques.
Open Studio Hours: Practice your newfound skills at your own pace during dedicated studio hours outside of class time. Studio hours are daily from 11am-7pm Monday-Sunday and with full day access on class days (6am-midnight).
Comprehensive Materials: Your course includes all the necessary materials, providing a hassle-free experience including 15lbs of either white stoneware clay or brown speckled buff clay, studio glazes, firing of all pieces, access to studio machinery and equipment, and personal shelf space.
Sculpting Adventures in Clay:
Week 1: Sculpt and shape using the pinching and coiling method to create your first sculpture of the class series.
Week 2: Dive deeper into sculpting as you discover the art of slab building, and master the use of the slab roller for future projects during open studio hours.
Week 3: Unleash your creativity and combine various techniques during this open project time, where the instructor will assist each student.
Week 4: Learn about glaze and underglaze and then apply those glazing techniques to all of your sculptural pieces.
Why Choose Studio Sumi:
Whether you're seeking a new hobby or rekindling an old passion, I try to create all of my classes and workshops so that they are perfect for individuals of all skill levels. Studio Sumi is a community of like-minded creatives, and our collective goal is to unwind in a friendly pottery studio, and discover the joy of working with clay.
Instructor bio:
Check out Mareiwa’s instagram
Mareiwa Miller, an artist based in San Francisco, discovered her passion for clay during her high school years, sparking a lifelong commitment to the medium. As a conceptual artist, she imbues her creations with depth and meaning, channeling her artistic vision through her brand, Mamonas. Ceramics serve as the cornerstone of her practice, weaving seamlessly into her artistic journey. Over the years, Mareiwa has dedicated herself to both creating and teaching within the ceramic arts community, inspiring children and adults alike through workshops and sharing her boundless enthusiasm for the medium's versatility.
Location:
Studio Sumi
5031 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118
Checkout Mareiwa’s work!
FAQs:
First Class
Please arrive about 5 minutes before the class begins so I can check you in. At the first class I'll give you the student door code which works between 6am and 12am daily with the exception of other class times.
Door Code
I will provide a door code for student practice hours between 11am and 7pm Monday-Sunday (with the exceptions of private events, which you will notified in advance). If you forget it, no problem! Just email bri@sumiware.com to help you out.
Age Requirement
The classes are paced for and primarily booked with adults, but I do allow ages as young as 16 years old.
Cancellation Policy
To request a cancellation and refund, you must email bri@sumiware.com. Refunds requested more than one week prior to the first class are fully refundable or you can reschedule to a different month if available. Refunds requested within one week from the first day of the beginning of the session are 50% refundable. There will be no refunds or rescheduling once the class begins. Should a class not fill sufficiently, I may cancel it one week prior to the first class session and issue full refunds to those who enrolled.
Missing a Class
The first class is foundational to the entire series; I strongly recommend that if you are unable to attend the first class that you consider joining us for another month when you can attend them in sequence. For the other classes, if you are unable to attend or miss a week, email bri@sumiware.com and you can schedule a 1:1 make-up or join another class for the week.