Wild Clay For Beginners With Marama Myrick

Start Date: Monday 30 September 2024

Venue: NMIT, G Block, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman

Doors Open: 08:00am

Time: 08:00am - 12:00pm

Restrictions: All Ages

Discover the characteristics of excellent clay in this informative workshop. Participants will learn how to identify, process, and test wild clay without causing damage to their kiln shelves. The session will also explore the use of --additives, blends, and wild clay slips. Tests conducted during the workshop will be fired to cone 6.
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Attendee Requirements: Please wear clothes you're prepared to get messy in!
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Marama makes wheel thrown tableware in Nelson and has been working with wild clays since she started pottery seven years ago. She was a 2023 Portage finalist with her wild clay entry. She is interested in exploring the unique properties wild clay can offer.