Bring the world around you onto the surfaces of your wheel-thrown pottery through press molds, carving, and alterations by hand. Learn how to make small press molds and create clay pressings from the local environment in an investigation of surface.

The workshop begins with an introduction to hand-built and wheel-thrown forms, followed by a demonstration of press mold making and creating clay pressings. Integrate various surface approaches, including additive techniques, as well as carving and glaze layering, into your vessels. All levels of experience wheel throwing and hand building welcome.