WORKSHOPS:
Month’s Mind
During the events immediately surrounding a loved one’s loss we often have very little time to breathe. Using the Scots-Irish-Celtic tradition of a “Month’s Mind” as inspiration, this workshop centers on celebrating your loved one’s life and making space for the love you continue to give them.
A Month’s Mind celebration is traditionally held one month from a person’s death, however any day is appropriate. Whether the anniversary of your loved one’s birth, loss, a special date you shared, or just a random day, the purpose is allowing yourself time after the quiet comes to focus on the person’s life and their influence on your life.
The workshop is appropriate for 2 to 10* family or friends and begins with a moment of mindfulness to focus attention on your loved one. A brief introduction to hand working clay into a form follows. As we settle into a rhythm of moving the clay through our fingers, participants organically contribute stories of the person being remembered.
Workshops last three to four hours. All materials and firings are included. Finished works are fired afterward and available for pick up in about two weeks.
$75 per person
*More than 10 participants is negotiable, but smaller intimate groups are best for this activity.
*Rate is for participation at my home studio in Lugoff, SC. This workshop is adaptable to most spaces, but additional fees will apply for travel, transport, and return of completed works.
Contact me directly to inquire: coultercat@gmail.com
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I am available for additional ceramics workshops in a variety of techniques both at my home studio and other art venues. Rates vary on length of the workshop and traveling expenses.
CURRENT CLASSES
Arts Center of Kershaw County
810 Littleton Street
Camden, SC
803-425-7676
Tuesday Morning Hand-Built Pottery (Session 1)
January 16 – March 12, 2024 (8 weeks: no class meeting on February 6th)
10am to 12pm, Tuesdays
Learn to make functional pottery and sculpture using slab, pinching, and coiling techniques (class does not include wheel instruction). Beginning-Intermediate students will learn the basic qualities of working with clay while creating useful and decorative pieces. *Intermediate-Advanced students may develop their skills and personal style with instructor guidance. Student work is kiln fired at the end of the session. Clay must be purchased separately through the Art Center office. Research or Register HERE.
Tuesday Evening Wheel Throwing (Session 1)
January 16 – March 12, 2024 (8 weeks: no class meeting on February 6th)
6:30pm – 8:30pm, Tuesdays
Learn to turn on the potter’s wheel. For beginners, this class covers the basics of wheel throwing: centering, opening, pulling, shaping, finishing and glazing to make useful and decorative pottery. Beginning-Intermediate students will progress to making pots such as mugs, bowls, and vases. *Intermediate-Advanced students will further their skills and develop their personal style. Student work is kiln fired at the end of the session. Clay must be purchased separately through the Art Center office. Research or Register HERE.
Tuesday Morning Hand-Built Pottery (Session 2)
March 26 – May 14, 2024 (8 weeks)
10am to 12pm, Tuesdays
Learn to make functional pottery and sculpture using slab, pinching, and coiling techniques (class does not include wheel instruction). Beginning-Intermediate students will learn the basic qualities of working with clay while creating useful and decorative pieces. *Intermediate-Advanced students may develop their skills and personal style with instructor guidance. Student work is kiln fired at the end of the session. Clay must be purchased separately through the Art Center office. Research or Register HERE.
Tuesday Evening Wheel Throwing (Session 2)
March 26 – May 14, 2024 (8 weeks)
6:30pm – 8:30pm, Tuesdays
Learn to turn on the potter’s wheel. For beginners, this class covers the basics of wheel throwing: centering, opening, pulling, shaping, finishing and glazing to make useful and decorative pottery. Beginning-Intermediate students will progress to making pots such as mugs, bowls, and vases. *Intermediate-Advanced students will further their skills and develop their personal style. Student work is kiln fired at the end of the session. Clay must be purchased separately through the Art Center office. Research or Register HERE.