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32-2025- Zsófia Földvári & Pietro Maddalena- Throwing Marathon
August 3 – 9 2025
Unlimited clay and the wheel
Throwing. For all levels
Introduction
Throwing Marathon – back to the starting line again!
There have been many successful 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 revision 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 demonstrations and much individual attention. Two instructors will follow the needs of a grop of 14 students. Throughout the well structured programme, each session will provide new inputs 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.
Students will arrive on Sunday August 3 and leave on Saturday August 9 2025.
Logistics
A delicious mid day meal is included on all working days. Students will study in the suportive environment of La Meridiana.
The Artists
Zsófia Földvári grew up in Hungary. She graduated as a scientist, but after discovering a strong passion for clay, she changed direction and studied ceramics in Norway and Italy. Since 2023 she has worked at La Meridiana as a studio and teaching assistant and has participated in the training of students during the intensive course On Centre Fall. Zsófia enjoys making objects for comfortable use and quiet appreciation, preferring forms that follow a simple and harmonious geometry dictated by the natural gestures of the hand.
Instagram: @thecuriousdandelion
Pietro Elia Maddalena studied ceramics at the West Surrey College of Art & Design in England. After two more years of work at Dartington Workshop, he returned to Italy where in 1980 he established a studio near Florence. Pietro is the founder and director of LA MERIDIANA. Also instructor and maker he says of himself : “ I am totally and continuously interested in the process of making. I see the craft object as a projection of the human spirit and the culture in which it was nurtured. In elaborating concept, material and process, my ultimate goal is the expression of beauty through sophisticated and sensual forms”.
| Artist | Zsófia Földvári & Pietro Maddalena |
|---|---|
| Length of course | 5 working days in the studio |
| Technique | Throwing |
| Level | For all levels |
| 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
Upgraded accommodation in single room with air condition, 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana: Final course cost: Euro 2130
Upgraded accommodation in shared double room with air condition, 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana : Final course cost Euro 1930
Private apartment with air condition, at maximum 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana. Final course cost: 2250 Euro
Course without lodging Euro 1550
Please note that rooms may have shared bathrooms with a maximum of 3 people per bathroom.
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. If the course cannot be hold or the student cannot participate due to treasons related to the pandemic, the student may also electo to have his deposit refunded, minus an administration fee of 60 euros.
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.
