Pied Potter Hamelin

Pottery Demonstrations, Lectures and Workshops by Master Potter Rick Hamelin

Hands-On Clay Workshops - VERY Clean Guaranteed!

Experience the joy of molding and shaping clay with our immersive and engaging programs. These workshops are perfect for both beginners and experienced artists looking to dive into the world of ceramics. Learn a variety of techniques guided by our talented instructors. Unleash your creativity in a supportive environment and watch as your ideas come to life through the transformative power of clay. And the best part? These workshops are incredibly tidy, ensuring that there won't be any clay remnants left behind. Join us for a memorable and mess-free exploration of the art of pottery!

Hands-On Workshop (No Mess Left Behind) - No Pottery Wheel Demonstration

Colorful Clay Tile - Ages: 5+, teens, adults

90 min. workshop with a TEACHER and ASSISTANT (details at the bottom of page)

Delightful all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop! Join us in exploring creativity and techniques with this exciting project. Master Potter Rick of Pied Potter Hamelin, will provide you with white clay, as we guide you through the process of creating a colorful tile masterpiece. Let your imagination run wild as you choose from a variety of themes to bring your creation to life. Using non-toxic acrylic paint in vibrant colors, you will transform your tile into a true work of art. Best of all, you get to take your unique creation home at the end of the workshop - no waiting around for glazing and kiln firing! Embrace a fun-filled experience and unleash your inner artist with our amazing hands-on workshop.

Audience size: limit to 22

Venue requirements:

• Ramp or elevator for all workshops
• Registration, to make sure I have enough materials for everyone
• U-shaped seating arrangement preferred and one table for me towards the opening
• Volunteer/assistant from the venue
• A parent/guardian must help children under the age of 8 with the hands-on clay project
• The venue representative will confirm the number of participants 3 days prior to the event for the hands-on workshops.
• I will bring everything else including an assistant.

Hands-On Workshop (No Mess Left Behind) - No Pottery Wheel Demonstration

Clay Gnome - Ages: 5+, teens, adults

90 min. workshop with a TEACHER and ASSISTANT (details at the bottom of page)

Our all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop is where creativity knows no bounds and while exploring various techniques, you will unleash your imagination! In this class, taught by Master Potter Rick of Pied Potter Hamelin, we will work with white clay, shaping it into two enchanting pinch pots. But why stop there? We will take our creations a step further, transforming them into whimsical gnomes using coils, pads, stamps and incising techniques for a perfect tactile texture. Finally, we will paint our gnomes with an array of non-toxic acrylic colors, ensuring a vibrant finish. And the best part? Each participant gets to take their gnome home at the end of the workshop! With no glazing or kiln firing required, this experience is an absolute delight for craft enthusiasts of all ages. Let your creativity bloom!

Audience size: limit to 22

Venue requirements:

•  Ramp or elevator for all workshops
•  Registration, to make sure I have enough materials for everyone
•  U-shaped seating arrangement preferred and one table for me towards the opening
•  Volunteer/assistant from the venue
•  A parent/guardian must help children under the age of 8 with the hands-on clay project
•  The venue representative will confirm the number of participants 3 days prior to the event for the hands-on workshops.
•  I will bring everything else including an assistant.

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Pricing and Other Details for Hands-On Workshops - No Pottery Wheel Demonstrations

Audience size: 15-22 participants - 90 min. program (plus 45 min. set-up and 30 min. clean up

Fee: for 15 participants is: $420 including all materials and my assistant - Extra participants up to 22 will be charged $7 for each participant present and making a project, plus mileage charge (see below).

*** I bring an assistant for all the hands-on workshops.

Mileage Charge: Travel fee will be charged at $0.65/mile round trip. Travel fee is capped at $125 for most programs.  Mileage discounts are available for multiple workshops in the same area.

Discounts: available for scheduling 2 or more workshops on the same day at the same location.

Mr. Hamelin will provide all the materials and the venue only pays for the materials used.

• For more information contact Rick at rick@americanredware.com or call 413-436-7444

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