POTTERY WORKSHOPS

At JustPotters we recognize the value of art-making and its therapeutic qualities. Participation in the visual arts creates opportunities for uninhibited self-expression, self-development, transformation and, when done as a group, community growth. Central to our organization’s identity is our mandate to provide work opportunities to people who face barriers to employment.

Our workshops are designed to be inclusive and appropriate for persons of all abilities and are created to:

• Enhance self-development through self-expression and learning new skills
• Build self-confidence and interrelationship skills
• Explore the powerful relationship between art, play, and its therapeutic qualities

Our workshops are designed to be flexible for all abilities and skill levels. Below are samples of the workshops we offer. Our pottery manager will discuss your needs and then tailor a workshop to best suit your group. Join us in our pottery studio in east Vancouver, or we can also bring our workshops to you.

  • Therapeutic Ceramics:  Designed to for all skill levels, this workshop is an open concept class. It is time to relax, play and enjoy the meditative and healing aspects of clay. A tutorial will be given on the many hand-building techniques you can use. The remainder of the workshop is a time for each member to explore their creative side and make any creation they like. Our instructors will work closely with each participant to help ensure their project is a success. All items made by participants will be fired and glazed by our staff with the colours chosen. 2.5 hours
  • Introduction to Slab-Built Pottery:  Following an introduction on the process of slab-building, each participant can choose an item they would like to make, (options include: decorated hand-built mugs, plate sets, platters or planters). Instructors will work closely with each participant to help ensure their projects are a success. All items made by participants will be fired and glazed by our staff with the colours chosen. 2 hours
  • Building with Coils: Coil building is an intuitive technique which leads to amazing creations. Previous participants have made vases, bird houses and portraits. A 20 minute tutorial is given on coil building techniques. The remainder of the workshop is a time for members to explore their creative side and make any creation they like. All items made by the participants will be fired and glazed by our staff with the colours chosen. 2.5 hours
For more information regarding workshops including details and pricing, or to book an event, please email us: justpotters@justwork.ca.

Special thanks to both Vancity Credit Union and World Vision Canada for their support in launching JustPotters workshops.