2022-23 Artist In Residence at Ceramics Program, Office for the Arts at Harvard
Audrey An’s creative research revolves around the notion of applying digital technologies to ceramics from the perspective of ‘convergence’, be it cultural,... Read more about Audrey An
Joanna has been working in clay for 40 years, and specializes in functional and sculptural ware. Her work has been shown at Fuller Craft Museum, State of Clay... Read more about Joanna Mark
Maureen Mills grew up with an interest in making things from sewing her own cloths to knitting blankets and sweaters. She didn’t discover clay until...
Arthur Halvorsen (he/him/his) received his BFA in Ceramics from the Maine College of Art ‘07. His artwork uses bright colors, textures and patterns on... Read more about Arthur Halvorsen
Course Description: Join Mudflat Studio’s 2021-22 Artist in Residence, Katie Bosley Sabin in a deep dive of surface exploration. Discover new ways to liven up your handbuilt or thrown ceramic vessels and consider elements of design as you decorate a wide range of functional objects. Expand your technical skillset as you learn how to apply slip in new ways, experiment with resist methods, and carve and pierce clay.
Dates: June 1 - August 3 (10 classes | 11 weeks) Day/Time: Wednesdays, 10:00am – 1:00 pm Level: Intermediate – Advanced Instructor:Joanna Mark and Diane Lulek
Course Description:This class will demonstrate a combination of slab, surface decoration, and an exploration of form. Techniques will focus on both hard and soft slab construction to create mugs, planters, plates and trays, boxes, sculpture and more. Surface techniques will include the use of slips, carving, inlay, sgraffito, handmade stamps, and found objects. Glazing techniques and decoration will be discussed. Basic clay knowledge is recommended.
Dates: June 1 - August 3 (10 classes) Day/Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 9:00pm ET on Zoom Level: Beginning - Advanced Instructor: Ruth Easterbrook
Course Description: Join Ruth Easterbrook online for a 10-week deep dive into form and surface. The session will be divided by different approaches of surface decoration sourced from historical pots from around the world. Seeking inspiration from multiple cultures we will expand our approach to surface by learning through slideshows, form exercises and hand-built projects which pair with the demonstrated surfaces. Students are encouraged to participate by working from their home studios during class or sharing their personal progress through group discussions and constructive feedback.... Read more about Form and Surface Intensive
Dates: June 1 - August 3 (10 classes) Day/Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm ET on Zoom Level: Intermediate - Advanced Instructor: Anne Eder
Course Description: Are you someone who enjoys combining art and science? If so, this course may be for you. Photography on clay is still an area of discovery, and in previous sessions we barely scratched the surface of understanding the physical and chemical web and the fascinating intersections of organic and inorganic crossover of these two mediums. This class builds on the Intro level class, goes deeper into the science, and establishes new ground in real time.... Read more about Experimental Photography on Clay - Online
Course Description: How do we transition our studio practice into a small business? What are the considerations we must make about our work, our practice, and the day-to-day running of a creative business? Through group discussion and critique, exercises, and an individual project we’ll review the essentials for a creative business and develop a framework for a future as a creative professional. Class ... Read more about Professional Studio Practice
Dates: May 31 - August 12 (11 weeks) Days/Time: Varies Level: Advanced Supervisors: Kathy King Director and Geoff Booras, Operations Coordinator
Course Description: Studio access for self-directed work. Independent Studio is open to those who have previously enrolled in a class at the Ceramics Program, are certified to fire the electric kilns, and can process their own work. Includes studio access and other opportunities.
Dates: June 3 - August 12* (10 classes | 11weeks) Day/Time: Fridays, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Level: Intermediate - Advanced Instructor: Denny McLaughlin
Course Description:Let’s think globally as we seek inspiration for both form and function from potters in the last 10,000 years! Each class will be spent examining the functional pottery made during a different time and cultures from around the globe. Objects from the collections of the Harvard Art Museums will inspire demonstrations both on and off the wheel. We’ll consult with curators and conservators from the
Dates: June 2 - August 4(10 classes | 11 weeks) Day/Time: Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30pm Level: Intermediate – Advanced Instructor: Anne Eder
Course Description: A forum for experimentation with the contemporary art methods of photography, mixed-media sculpture, and installation (this class assumes all participants have basic clay knowledge). Focus will be on the pragmatic aspects of creating interdisciplinary work and problem solving for site-specific locations. Boundaries between mediums and disciplines have become less distinct and more permeable as image makers increasingly turn to sculpture and installation as vehicles for self-expression, and those making three-dimensional ... Read more about Interdisciplinary Projects
