Summer Sculpt and Weld Workshop
Lisa Clague October 10th-17th
Summer Sculpt and Weld Workshop
Lisa Clague October 10th-17th
In this workshop we will explore the combination of metal and clay. Learning to incorporate the two and firing them together which brings spontaneity to the work. Having the ability to weld your own forms you will no longer be limited to using found objects. You will learn the basics of Oxy and Acetylene (gas) welding as well as basic Mig welding. I will demonstrate the techniques I use to build a torso using my sculpture clay, paper clay and casting slip. I will also discuss surfaces, glazes and post fired finishes.
The workshop will be Monday the 10th through Monday the 17th, from 9:30am - 4:30. The studio is open all evening for work time. Sat. the 15th and Sun. the 16th there will be no formal instruction on these two days. You may want to plan a trip to Asheville to see galleries, visit studios in the area or work in the studio.
Please bring images of your work to share with us. Also your sketch book with your ideas and thoughts about what you'd like to accomplish during the two weeks.
Details
Meals
Lunches will be provided.
Dinner, everyone will be on their own. We have several restaurants in the area and an Ingles grocery. The farmers market is on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Expenses
We will be using my sculpture clay. It's a low fire white gritty body. I also use a white earthenware that is smooth for details. I use a white casting slip for pouring molds and dipping fabric and metal in.
Sculpture mix $15.00 25lbs
Earthenware $12.00 25lbs
Welding supplies are included, oxy and acetylene, mig welder and wire, welding rod, clamps etc.
Firing is included
Shipping work home
We have a local source for bubble wrap, peanuts and boxes. UPS and Fed Ex
The cost of the workshop is $1,200.00
Deposit of $300.00 can be mailed to save your spot once you've been confirmed, by Sept. 1st.
Please remit any payments or communication to: Lisa Clague P.O. Box 1009 Bakersville, Nc 28705Things to bring
Welding glasses or goggles
leather gloves
long sleeve cotton work shirt
shoes that cover your feel entirely, tennis shoes or work boots
your favorite clay tools
fabrics, stuffed animals for dipping
metal: make sure it's steel, you can tell with a magnet it will stick
stainless steel read the label, it will not stick to a magnet
found metal objects, hinges, nails, eye hooks, wire
No galvanized metal
Places to stay;
Chinquapin Inn (this is at Penland)
(More information on places to stay coming soom)
Please call me with any concerns or questions
828-606-4022