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12A – 2025 – Craig Underhill – Expressive Techniques
March 16 – 22 2025
Mark making and slab building
Handbuilding. For all
Techniques
The workshop Expressive Techniques begins by introducing and practicing techniques that can be used to produce a variety of marks and textures on a clay surface. This includes using engobe, slip, impressing, grog and sand, monoprint and stencilling to create textures. Then, these mark making techniques will be employed when making slab built vessel forms. Students will be encouraged to cut, reassemble and rejoin in order to produce more complex finished pieces. There will be an opportunity to work on a larger scale if students want to do this, keeping however in mind the kiln space available.
Teaching method
Techniques will be carefully demonstrated before students practice them with the focus on being experimental and open to new discoveries. Craig will demonstrate how he uses sketchbooks as part of his practice and make a presentation about his background, ideas and sources of inspiration.
Logistics
On every classday, a delicious meal will be served. At booking, you may select your preferred room type, choosing between standard lodging, single room and/or upgraded accommodation. Please note that depending on the availability, certain types at times may not be offered.
The workshop is suitable for all levels. Last kiln opening will be on the Saturday morning, therefore do not plan to leave before 9.30 am.
The Artist
Craig Underhill has been making hand built ceramics for the last 30 years which incorporate mark making with 3-dimensial forms to create pieces that are best described as ceramic paintings. He has many years teaching experience in colleges and now delivers workshops across the UK and abroad. www.craigunderhill.co.uk
| Artist | Craig Underhill |
|---|---|
| Length of course | 5 working days in the studio |
| Technique | Handbuilding, Porcelain, Sculpture |
| Level | Advanced, Intermediate |
| Workshop fee (without lodging) | Euro 1700 |
| Deposit for booking | Euro 500 |
Workshop fee and lodging
The costs listed include both: the workshop fee and the lodging.
Standard accommodation in shared double room, at 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana – Final course cost: Euro 1920
Standard accommodation in single room, at 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana – Final course cost: Euro 2100
Private apartment at maximum 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana. Final course cost: Euro 2400
Course without lodging Euro 1700
Payment and Refund Policy
A deposit is required at registration. After submitting the registration form, you may proceed with the payment on-line. If you choose to pay by bank transfer, the registration will be confirmed once the deposit has been accredited in our banking account. The balance must be paid at the beginning of the course.
Cancellations
You may withdraw within 14 days of registration without incurring in any penalties and will have the deposit fully refunded. No refund of deposits past 14 days of registration, pursuant to articles 53 and following of the EU consumer protection legislation.
If La Meridiana cannot hold the course due to unforeseen events beyond our control, La Meridiana reserves the right to offer a voucher for a different course of your choice. The voucher is valid for two years. The deposit will be transferred to the new course.
Additional information
The workshop fee includes the following:
Tuition of 6 – 8 hours per day;
Studio open 11 hours per day;
All materials and firings;
Freshly prepared three course lunch with wine on all working days;
Welcome breakfast, Welcome and Final dinner;
Coffee break in the mornings and in the evenings.
