Tea-ware on the Potter’s Wheel with Jotham Hung

Join us for this specialized course with artist Jotham Hung, where participants will learn how to create various teapot parts on the pottery wheel and construct their very own teapot. Techniques that will be covered include creating different lid types, teapot forms, spouts, handles, and how to properly join all the elements to create a well-functioning teapot. In addition, Jotham will show how to make drinking vessels for tea, including yunomi and chawan.

Students will have the option to make these forms off-the-hump or with the consideration for creating a whole tea set. Jotham will be demonstrating these techniques off-the-hump. We will also discuss historical considerations of tea culture and explore forms from different eras. Prior to registering, please be comfortable with centering at least 2 - 3 pounds of clay.

Day 1:

• Creating teapots on the wheel
• Demo: Teapot bodies, lids, spouts, and handles

Day 2:

• Chawans / teabowls & Yunomi
• Throwing off the hump: various chawans & yunomis, trimming/cutting feet

Level: Beginner-Advanced

Prerequisite: Some prior experience is necessary. Open to all skill levels.

What to Know Before Class

• Tools: No tools will be provided, please bring your own tools. If you do not have tools, we have a great selection available in our on-site shop.
• Dress Comfortably: We’ll provide aprons, but wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. Short nails and hair ties are recommended.
• Clay: 25 lbs of clay is included in the workshop fee. 

Firing: The class fee does not include firing. Pieces can be fired at our standard rate of $3.00/lb. Students will be expected to pick up their pieces within 2 weeks of firing and students will be notified via email when their pieces have been fired.

Studio Access: Attendees will have access to the studio after the workshop to glaze their pieces, if necessary. 

Cancellation Policy:

• Cancellations made more than 14 days in advance: 50% refund.

• Cancellations within 14 days of the workshop start date: non-refundable.

Missed Days:

We do not offer refunds or make-up sessions for missed workshop days.