Research, preparation and transformation of found materials
Some experience is desirable
Ninety percent of the earth’s crust is made of materials that are useful for the potter. This fascinating fact underlies Clay Foraging, a workshop on the topic of foraging clay and glaze materials.
This course has been developed to respond to the demand of an all-encompassing study for the research, testing and transformation of materials on a proficient and organized level. Furthermore, it will give participants the necessary confidence and information to continue the practice of foraging independently when back home.
Intensive investigation and study of theoretical aspects is part all along the two weeks. Under the expert guidance of Luigi Pullini, students will experience the complete method of wild clay foraging: studying the environment and observing nature, the research and testing of materials for clay bodies and glazes. At the end of the course, test tiles and small objects will be available to students for further reference
In the studio, we will make will have three days for working either on the wheel or with handbuilding in order to make pieces to be once-fired in the gas kiln. There will be demonstrations on making, altering and raw glazing. By appliyng these methods, each participant will create objects suitable for the firing.
On every classday, a delicious meal will be served and twice daily coffee breaks are included. 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.
Luigi Pullini graduated from the Art School of Grottaglie in “Ceramic Design” in 2016. He is specialized in the research and use of wild clay, the production of clay bodies from materials found in nature and in the buliding and firing of of gas and wood kilns. In 2019, he started teaching courses and since 2022, he collaborates with La Meridiana. @pulligiluiniceramica
| Artist | Luigi Pullini |
|---|---|
| Level | Intermediate |
| Technique | Throwing |
| Workshop fee (without lodging) | Euro 2980 |
| Deposit for booking | Euro 800 |
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 3420
Standard accommodation in single room, at 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana – Final course cost: Euro 3780
Private apartment, at maximum 15 minutes walking distance from La Meridiana –Â Final course cost: Euro 4080
Course without lodging Euro 2980
The course has four major aims conceived to allow to continue the practice of foraging clay back in their own environment.
The workshop fee includes the following:
Tuition of 6 – 8 hours per day;
Studio open 11 hours per day;
All materials and firings;
Lodging in shared double room in apartments of simple standard at maximum 15 minutes walking distance ;
Single room and/or upgraded acomodation on request, as long as available at additional fee;
Shared kitchen facilities and shared bathroom.
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.
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.
