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A1 Just Scratching the Surface! Sgraffito in Clay

Sgraffito comes from the Italian word for scratch, so just scratch the surface to reveal your design! Explore the exciting visual and textural possibilities of sgraffito decoration on white clay using contrasting and varied colored underglazes. Learn a cool technique to easily transfer design onto 2D and 3D surfaces such as a tumbler and a platter. Look at wood or linoleum block cuts and prints for your textural design inspiration. 

Level A – All levels welcome. 

Semi-private – limit 5 students

Registration for this course implies acknowledgement and adherence to COVID-19 precautions outlined on the Fine Arts Center visit guideline webpage to participate in in-person courses and workshops.

Instructor: Rui Haagen

Details

Class Dates:

June 8-June 29

Time:

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Duration:

4 sessions

Location

Bemis School of Art

818 Pelham Place

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Additional Info

Days:

Wednesdays

Notes:

FAC Members: Remember that you must login above or register by phone at (719) 634-5583 in order to receive your member discount.

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