{"product_id":"sgraffito-sarah-anderson","title":"Sgraffito with Sarah Anderson","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFriday, May 29th, 2026 | \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-a2f5a3c7-7fff-a9f5-22a4-34dfbe9cf04b\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-Day Workshop | 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eJoin us at Tao of Clay for a hands-on \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esgraffito surface design workshop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with ceramic artist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sarahandersencomics\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSarah Anderson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e In this 4-hour session, participants will explore carving techniques on porcelain test tiles and, if time allows, apply those techniques to their own functional vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis workshop is designed for makers of all levels who are interested in developing \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eillustrative surface design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e on clay. Sarah will guide students through the full sgraffito process, from preparing surfaces with underglaze to carving and developing layered imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStudents will learn how to approach surface decoration through the lens of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003epattern, movement, line work, and character design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, while also gaining a deeper understanding of timing, moisture control, and material choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eParticipants are encouraged to bring their own \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eleather hard pieces\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to carve on, allowing them to leave with a finished, personalized work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLevel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Beginner – Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrerequisite:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e No prior experience required. Open to all skill levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorkshop Includes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eCarving tools provided by the instructor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eUnderglazes for surface design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003ePorcelain test tiles for practice\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudents are encouraged to bring their own leather hard vessels for carving.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSchedule\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e4:30 PM – 5:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIntroduction, preparing test tiles with underglaze, and prepping student pieces. Discussion on clay consistency at different moisture stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e5:30 PM – 6:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSurface design concepts including pattern, movement, and line. Demonstration of image development and transfer techniques. Begin practicing carving on test tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eTransferring designs onto tiles and vessels. Carving techniques in depth, including positive and negative space, layering, and adding secondary color for depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopics Covered\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eSgraffito carving techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eUnderglaze application and timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eSurface design principles (pattern, line, movement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eImage transfer methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eWorking with leather hard clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003ePositive vs negative space in carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eLayering color for depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p3\"\u003eDeveloping a personal visual language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTools\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAll carving tools and underglazes will be provided. Students may bring additional personal tools if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFiring one 5\" x 5\" tile, provided by Tao of Clay, is covered in the workshop fee. Additional firing is not included in the registration fee. Students may coordinate firing through Tao of Clay or take their work with them. Firing pricing is $5\/lb at Tao of Clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Access\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis workshop includes access to the studio only during scheduled workshop hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Sarah Anderson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSarah Anderson is a full-time ceramic artist known for her illustrative sgraffito work, featuring bold colors and expressive, character-driven imagery. She received her degree in sculpture from Ball State University and previously served as the Ceramics Department Chair at the Indianapolis Art Center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eHer work has been exhibited nationally and has received awards including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest Teapot at the Strictly Functional Pottery National\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Sarah has been featured in publications such as \u003ci\u003eCeramics Monthly\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eIndianapolis Monthly\u003c\/i\u003e, and has taught workshops at over 100 locations across the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eShe is the co-founder of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMobile Makers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a community for nomadic artists, and will be opening \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDusty Pants Studio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in 2026 with fellow artist Austin Coudriet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAll sales are final and non-refundable. No refunds will be given for cancellations made at any time. Please consider this policy before purchasing a ticket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMissed Class Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWe do not offer refunds, prorated refunds, or make-up sessions for missed workshop days or times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAges 18 +\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e(Ages 16–18 may participate with prior approval. Please contact info@taoofclay.com.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlease contact \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003einfo@taoofclay.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tao of Clay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50200921735525,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/7940\/1573\/files\/DSC03961.jpg?v=1773802195","url":"https:\/\/taoofclay.com\/products\/sgraffito-sarah-anderson","provider":"Tao of Clay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}