Kurinuki meaning carving out, is a traditional Japanese form of hand building that involves shaping a solid block of clay, then carving out a vessel to create interior space.
Dating back to 14th century Japan, Kenzan or flower frogs were used for Ikebana floral arrangements. Enjoying learning how to make you own flower frog and vase out of clay.
Join award winning flower designer Shoso Shimbo and learn how to make a beautiful seasonal flower arrangement informed by a 500 year old tradition. Learn the history and culture of Ikebana as you gain the skills to create a stunning floral arrangements using a Ikebana vase.
Sumi-e is the ancient art of Japanese brush painting. With trees as your subject, in this workshop you will learn to use different Sumi ink tones and brush techniques to create traditional Japanese sumi-e ink paintings on washi paper made from the mulberry.
Sumi-e is the ancient art of Japanese brush painting. With flowers as your subject, in this workshop you will learn to use different Sumi ink tones and brush techniques to create traditional Japanese sumi-e ink paintings on washi paper made from the mulberry.
Come and experience the pottery wheel! In this workshop, you’ll learn fundamental wheel-throwing techniques, including wedging, centering, and forming vessels. Whether you’re the beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this workshop is for everyone.
Join the joyous Community Choir who meets on Sunday afternoons for simple, rhythmic, melodic singing. This is a fun, interactive, and enjoyable way to build your confidence, learn how to sing, and meet like-minded people.
Whether you are interested in hand building, the wheel, or both, these classes are for you! Be guided by an experienced tutor and build upon your hand-building and wheel techniques.
Children can let their imaginations run wild while exploring the art of drawing, painting, and collage. Materials and equipment included. BYO – Apron and closed-toe shoes.
This is an 9-week course.
Spend an enjoyable morning each week in our clay studio creating ceramic masterpieces. Learn basic hand-building techniques including shaping, squeezing, pushing, pulling, rolling, and pinching to express your creativity with your hands.