250412 | Beginners Ceramic Glazing | Saturday 12th April 2025 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Description

Beginners Clay Glazing
Date and Time: Saturday 12th April 2025 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Tutor: Julie Cromwell
Maximum attendees: 10
Ages: 18+
Location: Pottery Room, The Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Avenue, Whangārei 0110
Price: $50.00

Welcome to The Quarry Arts Centre’s Beginner’s Clay Workshops Programme! 

We’re thrilled to invite you to a vibrant and joyful journey into the world of ceramic glazes. Join us for an exciting workshop where you’ll have the opportunity to transform your bisque-fired pottery into stunning, colourful creations! This beginner-friendly session, led by experienced tutor and noted Northland ceramicist Julie Cromwell, is designed as an introduction for anyone eager to explore the art of glazing in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Throughout this two-hour workshop, you’ll dive into the basics of glaze application, discovering a spectrum of techniques that will ignite your creativity. From low fire, mid fire, to high fire, you’ll learn about various ceramic firing ranges and experiment with a wonderful array of potter’s choice glazes, celadon glazes, and satin matte glazes. Get ready to unleash your imagination as you explore glaze application tips, learn about colour variation and mixing, and master the art of layering to achieve beautiful results. We can’t wait to see you there! 

Included are a range of Amaco high fire glazes, one bowl, several test tiles and firing. You are welcome to bring along your own existing bisque work (equal to 2 coffee mugs or 1 medium bowl) and inquire about your own choice of glazes. 

Have you recently completed a clay workshop and are looking to fire your creations to complete your work?
Our glazing workshop is a wonderful complimentary workshop to any of our beginners clay workshops. However, understanding the timelines around clay work is essential to avoid disappointment and ensure your work is ready to be glazed during the workshop.

It is essential that you wait to be notified of your bisque fire completion BEFORE booking onto any glazing workshops. This is because we are unable to provide exact lead times from completing your creation in raw clay to a bisque fired, ready-to-glaze work.

Planning for one month between creating in clay and glazing is a good guide. Ceramics take time! The drying process of clay, as well as that of bisque and glaze firings all have estimated times, but these may be impacted by weather, humidity or kiln maintenance for example. If you’re creating for a special occasion, event or deadline we strongly advise you plan ahead when considering this workshop. 

Kiln firing of your glazed works will be no greater than a kiln quarter shelf*. Firing volumes above this will incur additional charges at the usual public kiln firing rates. If you are unfamiliar with submitting your own work for firing, please chat with our friendly staff in the Yvonne Rust Gallery for assistance before 4.30pm. The team can also provide you with advice on glazes before the workshop starts at 2pm.
*Quarter shelf size: 300mm (w) × 230mm (d) × 150mm (h)

Please bring:

• Suitable clothing and footwear, apron

• Snacks and refreshments you may require

Suitable 18 years and older. 

We kindly ask all attendees to take a moment to clean their tools and table and mop the floor around their working area before departing. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a tidy environment, and all cleaning tools are provided for your convenience. Thank you for helping us keep our space welcoming and pleasant for everyone!

Workshops are held at the Quarry Arts Centre operated by the Northland Craft Trust, a registered not-for-profit charitable trust.  

Workshop Terms and Conditions 

Reservation and Payment: Your workshop spot is confirmed only once full payment has been received. Payment must be completed before the workshop begins. We reserve the right to deny entry if the full fee has not been paid. 

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted up to one week before the workshop and will be refunded minus a 15% cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within seven days of the workshop. 

Transfers: You are allowed to transfer your place to another person, whether by gift or sale. 

Missed Classes: If you miss a class, regardless of notice, rescheduling, refunds, make-up sessions are not provided. We will do our best to offer an alternative session if possible, subject to availability. 

Workshop Cancellation by Us: Should we need to cancel a workshop due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., illness, government regulations), we will attempt to reschedule or provide a full refund. 

Minimum Participants: A minimum of 5 participants is required for this workshop to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel the workshop and issue a full refund if this number is not met. 

By attending this Quarry Arts Centre workshop, you grant your consent for any photography or video taken that may be used for promotional purposes, both in printed materials and online (including our website and social media), internal reporting, and sharing with our generous sponsors. Your understanding and support are greatly appreciated!

Safety and Compliance: We are committed to ensuring your safety and enjoyment during our workshops. Please adhere to all health and safety guidelines. 

Agreement: By enrolling in any of our workshops, you accept and agree to these terms and conditions. 

If you should have any questions, please email workshops@quarryarts.org