Name: 10-2027/28 – Isabella Fazzo – Freedom and Structure in the Creative Process 2027/28
SKU: 10-2027
Price: 1000.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Freedom

Every authentic creative gesture is a source of energy, emerging from an individual’s inner strength. More important than its uniqueness or brilliance is that it is conceived and matured through an inner dialogue. Every authentic gesture—even the simplest of gestures— nourishes us. They become interwoven with the materials we choose to use, they infuse us with positive energy that shapes meaningful objects —pieces we can share with others with joy. Freedom and Structure in the Creative Process does not teach techniques according to a conventional aesthetic code. Instead, it supports each participant in developing a personal path of expression. Inner freedom and technical sensitivity are thus brought into balance, invigorating the maker’s dialogue with their materials.

Structure

The course spans 11 months, beginning with an online group meeting in March 2027 and concluding with an in-person workshop in January 2028. It includes ten online group meetings and eight one-hour individual online meetings. Additionally, two guest instructors will be invited to give online lectures, lead a short online workshop, and provide extra feedback.
Group meetings will feature a range of exercises designed to stimulate and empower both the creative abilities and the critical mind. Participants will work both on projects in clay and two-dimensional formats. Individual meetings will offer the opportunity to discuss ideas and address challenges encountered during their “homework”. The programme concludes with a two-week (ten working days) in-person workshop at La Meridiana, where will produce their personal project to be displayed in the final group exhibition.

Logistics

The online group meetings are scheduled at specific times, usually on the first Sunday of each month. Within reason, and upon request before the start of the course, it may be possible to adjust the time or dates. For the individual meetings, the instructor will agree on the exact timing with each student on a month-to-month basis, within a set period of availability, which may include either weekdays or weekends. The in-person workshop will take place at La Meridiana International School from the 9^th to the 22^nd January 2028. A more detailed description of the course is available upon request.

Participants must have access to a ceramic studio at home during the online part of the course, and some previous experience with clay is recommended. All materials for the online portion must be sourced individually. For the in-person workshops, tools, clay, and firing (within reason) are included in the course fee; however, requests for materials beyond the school’s normal stock, as well as firings of extra-large pieces, cannot be guaranteed. The maximum number of students is limited to seven.

The artist

Isabella Fazzo was born in Milan, Italy, and studied ceramics under the mentorship of Pietro Elia Maddalena, founder of La Meridiana. She moved to England to study art at the Royal Forest of Dean College in Gloucestershire and in 2008 she earned a Master of Arts in Ceramics from UWIC Cardiff Metropolitan University. Currently, she lives, creates and teaches in Florence, Italy. Isabella says:
“I move in many different fields of creativity and teach in these fields with joy and passion. Life has brought unexpected as well as surprising experiences and perhaps most importantly, has led to look at it always with fresh sight”.
For more information about Isabella, visit http://www.isabellafazzo.com

Artist

Isabella Fazzo

Length of course

1 or more month

Level

Intermediate

Technique

Handbuilding, Sculpture

Deposit for booking

Euro 1000

Workshop fee (without lodging)

Euro 4900

Workshop Fee & Lodging

15 MINUTES WALK FROM THE STUDIO
Standard accommodation in single room with shared bathroom. Final course cost: Euro 5700
ON SITE
Upgraded accommodation in single room with private bathroom and A/C. Final course cost: Euro 6100
Upgraded accommodation in single room with double bed and private bathroom and A/C. Final course cost: Euro 6200
PRIVATE APARTMENT
A maximum 15 minute-walk from the studio, with one bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and outside space. Final course: Euro 6340
Course without lodging Euro 4900

Aims of the course

Develop your creativity in the comfort of your own studio through individual and group exercises, research, two- and three-dimensional work
Establish a dialogue with materials embracing every aspect: technical, formal, conceptual, spiritual. Understand and learn to use the mechanisms of analogies and symbols.
Create a personal dialogue with your internal and external reality, free from prejudices and expectations.
Get in touch with your creative energy and develop your own personal language.
Deepen and broaden your use of ceramic techniques, understand and explore their intrinsic meaning.
Learn to work with the materials available, using the time you have at your disposal.
Develop a personal project, rooted in and inspired by your inner truth.

Additional information

The course includes:

25 hours of online group meetings.
8 hours of 1-1 online lessons.
Two guest lectures.
In-person workshop at La Meridiana International School of Ceramics of ten working days in the studio.
For the in-person workshop, tools, clay, and firing (within reason) are included in the course fee; however, requests for materials beyond the school’s normal stock, as well as firings of extra-large pieces, cannot be guaranteed.
Welcome and farewell dinner, welcome breakfast and a delicious three-course lunch during all working days of the in-person workshop

Not included:

Materials for at-home assignments during the year.

Payment and Refund Policy

A deposit of 1000€ 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 is due in two instalments:
the 1st instalment is due by April 7th 2027.
The 2nd instalment is due by September 22nd 2027.

Cancellation policy

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.
You may withdraw from the course up to April 2nd, 2027 without being required to pay the first instalment of the balance. The deposit of €1,000 is non-refundable.
You may withdraw from the course between April 3rd and September 21st, 2027 without being required to pay the second instalment of the balance. In this case, the deposit of €1,000 and the first instalment of the balance are non-refundable.
For cancellations made from September 22nd, 2027, the second instalment of the balance must be paid in full. The deposit and the balance remain non-refundable.

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

Reviews of previous participants

“Here’s my thoughts: In this course, I have felt my creative process profoundly deepen and extend into realms previously uncharted within my imagination. The one-on-one sessions with Isabella, along with the wisdom shared by guest lecturers, have collectively encouraged me to adopt a more dimensional perspective in approaching my art practice. In our meetings, Isabella has skillfully revealed the nuances of my inner voice, akin to how a therapist may unveil profound insights from unexplored corners of one’s psyche.”

Sarah

“It is a caring and supportive environment to grow and explore, guided by someone who genuinely wants to see us find our creative voice. Working together over the whole year helps to really shift my practice and to take risks and explore.”

Martine

“My goal was to come into the class without any pre-conceived notions of what I might make, and to see where the process might take me. From the very start, the curriculum has nurtured that objective. To add to the exercises that we have done in pursuing our individual projects, there have been recommended films, readings, and fascinating guest speaker presentations. The opportunity to meet with both the group as well as Isabella monthly has further enhanced the process.”

Elisabeth

“The course has given me insight into some of the influences in art of ancient and current philosophical debates, and it has helped me to better understand the role of free exploration and experimentation in making art. I have learned so much from Isabella, from the invited instructors and from my fellow students, whose work — and their comments on my work — has challenged and inspired me to think about ceramics in new ways.”

Marcie

“Isabella is a wonderful guide through the meanders of the creative process. Her class showed me how to structure my process without compromising creative freedom. I found confidence in my work and in the possibility of bringing it with me into my future practice. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone who’s starting their artistic journey and wants to find their own voice.”

Valentina

“I think Isabella Fazzo is one of the best ceramic teachers I have known so far. Besides her enthusiasm and commitment, she also provides that very important spiritual and personal part, next to the content. The PowerPoints were interesting: the didactic material was perfect. What I liked most were the individual meetings where Isabella could really ‘read’ me and give personal advise.”

Elise

“Isabella, your work helped me connect ceramics with the hidden parts of the soul. It also contributed with your immense cultural knowledge and the reinterpretation of it applied to ceramics. I wanted to thank you personally for the energy you have put into this project that has surpasses expectations.”

Mariana

“This year long course was a stimulating creative experience. Isabella Fazzo is a bright, generous and most engaged artist and teacher. She listens carefully and is able to highlight aspects that can be useful in each individual’s creative journey. As the title announces, this course will give you the openness to free your creative outlook, yet at the same time help you narrow and structure the work in a well rounded output. I would strongly recommend anyone looking for «focus and freedom» to work with Isabella.”

Helena