A Ray of Clay: Cyanotype Printing on Ceramics

Instructor: Linda McMillan

Date(s):  Saturday, September 26: 1 - 4 pm

               Saturday, October 17: 1 - 2 pm

               Saturday, October 24: 1 - 3 pm

Ages: 18+

Members: $90

Non-Members: $100

Registration deadline: September 22

Description:

Discover the magic of combining clay, sunlight, and one of the world's oldest photographic processes. In this hands-on class, you will begin by creating ceramic slab works that will be fired and prepared as your "canvas." Once the clay is ready, you will explore the fascinating cyanotype process, using light sensitive chemistry, botanicals, and found objects to create beautiful Prussian blue images. No prior experience with clay or cyantotype is necessary: just bring your curiosity and creativity! Whether you're a potter, photographer, mixed-media artist, or simply looking to try something new, you will leave with a unique ceramic artwork and the skill to continue exploring this blend or art, science and nature. 

*Please note: the varying class times are due to the time needed for pieces to dry, be fired, coated with chemistry etc. 

Open Studio Time:

Upon approval from the instructor, workshop participants will be granted access to the lab throughout the duration of the workshop. Aside from scheduled workshop hours, the lab is available for independent use Tuesday – Sunday from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Materials:

• Participants will be asked to bring various botanical samples from home for the third class.

Instructor Bio:

Linda McMillan is an award-winning artist whose work has been exhibited in many galleries and shows, including the Salmagundi Club (photography), the Mattatuck Museum (sculpture), and various other venues in Connecticut, Washington D.C., as well as on the west coast. She is a secondary school art educator and holds a BFA from the University of Connecticut.  Six years ago, she began working with ceramic clays, which answered many artistic questions for her as an artist. It is now her primary medium. 

http://www.thehappydogstudio.com

All workshops are held at the Five Points Arts Center, 855 University Drive

Workshops may be cancelled due to low enrollment if a minimum number of participants are not met. Registrants will be notified in advance and a refund or credit will be arranged (see workshop polices below for details).

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