Upcoming Workshops
Pottery Workshop with Kaitlyn Brennan: Exploring Form and Surface Decoration
June 1 and 2 9:30 to 4:00 Mohawk College Ceramics Lab
Join us for an immersive 2-day hands-on pottery workshop led by acclaimed potter Kaitlyn Brennan. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced ceramic artist, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve into handbuilding techniques while exploring surface decoration methods that can be applied to both wheel throwing and handbuilding.
Based in Merrickville, Ontario, Kaitlyn Brennan is an earthenware potter with a profound commitment to fostering community within the ceramics world. Her educational journey spans across the Alberta College of Art and Design the Glasgow School of Art, and the University of Florida. In 2020, Kaitlyn assumed the role of Executive Director at the Gloucester Pottery School. Kaitlyn launched and spearheaded the inaugural New Clay Conference in 2019, which has since become a staple in the Gloucester Pottery School's annual lineup and is gearing up for its 4th edition in 2024. Active within the broader ceramics community, Kaitlyn is a valued member of Make and Do Ceramics. Recently, Kaitlyn has gained acclaim for designing and producing a new decorating tool called the Pottery Clamp, this 3D-printed tool enhances studio ergonomics and provides invaluable support for artists experiencing pain or injuries in their hands, wrists, and shoulders. Her work has been exhibited internationally, and she is a core member of the 260 Fingers Ceramics Exhibition in Ottawa.
Prior Workshops
Sandra Zuidema March 23 www.aspire.zuidema.ca
Candy Dawn September 23 and 24 2023 www.littlesister.ca
Naomi Clement February 8 and 9, 2020 naomiclement.com Naomi on Tales of a Red Clay Rambler Episode 301
Julie Moon September 7 2019 juliemoon.com
Ben Carter April 6 and 7, 2019 carterpottery.com Ben does the Tales of a Red Clay Rambler podcast.
Jerry Bennett September 22 and 23 2018