Pots With Personality 🌈 Surface Decoration Workshop THIS Friday


Hey, It's Jess and I teach pottery online :) I have a workshop happening this Friday and I thought you might be interested. If not, no worries, we will go back to tips and tricks ASAP- but I wanted spread the word.

I'm excited to invite you to our March Monthly Challenge workshop:

Ready to explore more ways to play with surface decoration? This month in Clay Together we will be doing just that!

SURFACE DECORATION EXTRAVAGANZA

Friday, March 14 at noon EST

90-minute live workshop (with recording)

In this comprehensive session, I'll demonstrate five transformative decoration techniques that can elevate your pottery from simple to stunning:

  1. Sgraffito - Create dramatic contrast through carving and revealing
  2. Mishima - Master precise inlaid lines and patterns
  3. Underglaze Strategies - Achieve vibrant, controlled color
  4. Wax Resist Methods - Create dynamic patterns through masking
  5. Paper Resist - Develop clean-edged designs with accessible materials

We'll Cover:

  • Exactly when to apply each technique
  • Which tools yield the best results
  • How to troubleshoot common issues

Whether you're new to surface decoration or looking to refine your skills, this class will provide practical, easy-to-implement techniques.

This workshop is part of the Clay Together community, where we learn, practice, and grow each month. Join Clay Together for just $12/month to access:

  • This Surface Decoration workshop
  • Our complete library of past workshops and challenges
  • Monthly creative explorations
  • A supportive community of pottery enthusiasts
  • Live Q&A sessions

All you'll need is a notebook for taking notes and sketching ideas!

I can't wait to see you there,

Jess

P.S. Even if you can't join live, as a Clay Together member you'll get immediate access to the recording and all resources.

Follow along below or hit reply and ask me anything!

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