Kurinuki Clay Carving Workshop - Level 2

Extend your skills and the possibilities of clay carving through Kurinuki in this Level 2 Workshop



2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests    

  $105 (Afterpay available)

Transform a block of clay into a spontaneous, textural vessel through the clay carving technique of Kurinuki.
Kurinuki (which in Japanese means 'to hollow') is a pottery technique of carving a vessel from a single block of clay. This technique is all about embracing spontaneity and imperfection while creating your sculptural forms.
In this intermediate class, you will extend and build on your existing Kurinuki skills and make your very own sculptural vase. This will be dried, fired and glazed for collection at a later date (approximately four to six weeks later).
The vase you create in this class will be completely functional provided no cracking occurs, you will be able to finesse your carving technique to avoid this. It will act as perfect vessel for your favourite blooms once they have been glazed and fired.
At the end of your class, you'll be equipped with all the skills needed to continue this mindful craft in your own time.
What you'll get
  • Large block of clay
  • Tools required for the class
  • One functional Kurinuki vase (once glazed and fired, approximately 4 to 6 weeks)
  • Tea and refreshments will be provided
Knowledge required
You should ideally have completed the Kurinuki Clay Carving Workshop previously or have some existing knowledge of the technique.
What to bring
  • A spontaneous, open mind!
  • Please wear comfy clothes you don't mind getting a bit of clay on.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

INTO-ARTS, Ryedale Road, West Ryde NSW

This venue is a short walk from West Ryde station (200m).

Kurinuki Clay Carving Workshop - Level 2 location
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  • 5/5 from Paula Tambolero, attended Jul 2023: Another great class run by Berni! Came back to do Level 2 which was a little more challenging (working with a larger piece of clay) but she was very present and guided us through her tips and tricks to ensure our pieces came along well. Can't wait to see it fired and glazed! Really walked away wanting to create more kurinuki pieces Thanks Berni
  • 5/5 from Ching Goh, attended Jul 2023: Another fantastic workshop by Berni. The West Ryde venue is well set up, clean and easily accessible by public transport. Berni’s demonstration of techniques was clear and the class size was small enough to obtain one on one help along the way. Highly recommended for those who want to try kurinuki in a well structured / condensed workshop.
Your teacher

Bernadette Huang
Bernadette Huang

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I am a full-time high school Design and Technology teacher who is an avid lover of all things clay. I have enjoyed making throughout my years at high school and university and have found a medium that I am truly passionate about.
I studied Ceramics at UNSW Art & Design and discovered my love for wheel throwing around 4-5 years ago and have not stopped since. I am forever searching for ways to improve and build upon my knowledge of all things clay and have recently been sharing my passion for the medium through teaching pottery classes over the last year.
I am inspired by Japanese ceramics and have been learning various techniques that I want to share with the wider community to hopefully ignite a love for ceramics that reaches all.

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