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16A-2025-Meike Schröppe – Throwing Marathon
April 13 – 19 2025
Unlimited clay and the wheel
Throwing. For all levels
Introduction
Throwing Marathon – back to the starting line again!
There have been many sucessful editions of this classical course and it is still in great demand. This workshop consists of a five intensive days on the wheel, with tons of clay available.
Techniques taught
Starting with a revison of the basics, the Throwing Marathon continues with demonstrations on the wheel of different forms, including bowls, cups, plates, vases and pitchers. Then, techniques for completing some of the work like trimming, pulling handles, addition of feet, will be shown. On the wheel we’ll be pulling and pushing, altering forms, cutting and adding clay. Round pots, oval pots, square pots, handles, spouts, lids, wings and horns!
Teaching method
Teaching is based on demonstration and lots of individual attention. Students will appreciate Meike’s ability to give individual instruction in an understandable and practical way. Throughout the well-structured programme, each session will provide new input and stimulus.Students will have plenty of time to practise all techniques shown and find inspiration in the on site ceramic gallery that shows a wide range of ceramic pots and vases.The Throwing Marathon does not include any firing but focusses totally on the making. It opens up a perspective of worryfree training and experimenting and is a great opportunity for real progress. Video clips for individual repetition of all techniques shown will be available to all students.
Logistics
A delicious mid day meal is included on all working days. Students will study in the suportive environment of La Meridiana.
The Artist
Meike Schröppe was born in Argentina and divides her time between Italy and Germany. Her passion for ceramics is expressed both on the wheel and in figurative sculpture. She trained on the wheel under the guidance of Pietro Maddalena, founder of La Meridiana and has been working with La Meridiana as a technician and teacher since 2021. She has specialised in ceramic design at the Technical School for Ceramics in Höhr-Grenzhausen, Germany, and has studied sculpture at the Florence Academy of Art.
Instagram: @meikeschroppe
| Artist | Meike Schröppe |
|---|---|
| Length of course | 5 working days in the studio |
| Level | For all levels |
| Technique | Throwing |
| Workshop fee (without lodging) | Euro 1550 |
| Deposit for booking | Euro 500 |
Workshop fee with 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 1770
Standard accommodation in single room, at 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana – Final course cost: Euro 1950
Private apartment at maximum 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana. Final course cost: Euro 2250
Course without lodging Euro 1550
Please note that rooms may have shared bathrooms with a maximum of 3 people per bathroom.
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.
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 Italian consumer legislation, in accordance with the EU consumer protection legislation. In the event of disputes, the competent court is Florence. If the workshop cannot be hold because of an insufficient number of students, the deposit will be fully reimbursed.
Force Majeure
Students must know that cancellations may occur due to events beyond our control (e.g. pandemic, civil disorder, medical or family issues of the instructor). In such case, La Meridiana reserves the right to offer a voucher for a different workshop of your choice. The voucher is valid for two years. The deposit will be transferred to the workshop of choice.
