State of Clay Miniature Throwing – 20min Taster Workshop
In Person 0.5 hour Ceramics
Summary
During the quick 20 minute ‘taster’ workshop, Fay will demonstrate how to throw a miniature porcelain bowl on a specialist small wheel, with coloured slip decoration applied using a brush. All materials, tools, equipment, and aprons will be provided. Children aged 11+ are welcome but must be accompanied and supported by a paying adult.
What you’ll do
Participants will have the opportunity to experience a quick hands-on session creating miniature porcelain ceramics using a specialist small wheel.. You’ll be guided through every stage of the wheel-throwing process, including centering, opening, collaring, pulling up the walls, shaping, and finishing your piece. This workshop is suitable for everyone-from complete beginners to more experienced makers. It serves as both an accessible introduction and a valuable skill-building session, offering a stepping stone for those interested in developing their own miniature ceramic practice further.
What to bring
Hair tie for long hair.
What you’ll get
A taster experience of throwing a miniature pot on a small wheel. Works will be recycled and not fired after the workshop.
State of Clay
A London based ceramicist, Fay De Winter first graduated in 2004 in Ceramics Design at Central Saint Martin’s and returned to study at Farnham University for the Creative Arts, completing a Masters in Contemporary Craft, specialising in ceramics in 2012. Since graduating Fay has participated in many events and exhibitions in England, Japan, Bali, Milan, Bahrain, Dubai and the USA. She has taught ceramics for over 20 years at various colleges, organisations and independent studios. In July 2019, Fay launched State of Clay, running international ceramic focused tours and mobile miniature pottery workshops, to further share her skills and make clay more accessible for all to enjoy.
