Mon, Sep 09
|Lexington
Sgraffito on 3D Forms with Jacob Bassett
$130
Time & Location
Sep 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – Sep 23, 2024, 6:30 PM
Lexington, 130 Waltham St, Lexington, MA 02421, USA
About the Class or Event
3 Mondays, 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Begins September 9, IndoorsÂ
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner and IntermediateÂ
Tuition: $130 (Log in for membership discount price)Â
Description:Â Students will learn the process of sgraffito, what it is, and how to apply the technique to 3D forms. Students will develop their own imagery, use a variety of tools, and learn about underglaze application. This will lead to the development of designs that help to compliment and exemplify the forms.
Students should come to class with at minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 pre-made pieces. They should be between 6-12 inches in height. The forms can be jars, mugs, bowls, vases, etc. All pieces should trimmed and leather hard.
Notes:
-A studio fee and firing fee are all included in tuition. Tools are not included. A materials list can be found here.Â
-Prerequisite: Students should have an understanding of making small to medium forms such as bowls, mugs, jars, etc.
-If you are registered for this class and would like to use the LexArt Ceramics Studio to make your pieces, you may. Please email chasejones@lexart.org for more details.
About the instructor:Â
Jacob Bassett is a graduate of UMass Dartmouth with a BFA in ceramics. His work focuses on wheel-thrown forms that incorporate sgraffito and carved designs, and he has worked in ceramics for five years. Outside of ceramics, he also teaches art to children from toddlers through middle schoolers through a local art studio where he took his first art class 17 years ago, at 6 years old. His current goals are to continue to grow and practice his own throwing skills, and to continuing teaching both art and ceramics, while growing his business.
https://www.instagram.com/jacob.hound/
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