Memento Mori - Build your own urn

Dates:
13.09. (10:00–18:00)
20.09. (10:00–14:00)
10.10. (09:30–12:00)

When people think of an urn, they rarely imagine a pleasant afternoon. With us, they do.

In this three part beginner course, you will create a unique form using slab and coil techniques and then give it its final character through details, colors, and glazes.

Forget the gloomy image of an urn. This course is about personality, joy in creating, and your path toward a truly special piece.

Course schedule

Date: 13.09. (10:00–18:00)
You shape the body of your urn using slab or coil techniques.

Date: 20.09. (10:00–14:00)
You add personality and details to your work.

Date: 10.10. (09:30–12:00)
You complete your creation using professional glazing techniques.

At the end, you take your own handmade ceramic vessel home as a keepsake, Halloween decoration, or a meaningful personal artwork.

Everything is included. Materials, bisque firing, and glaze firing for one urn are included in the price. Additional pieces and the required clay can be purchased and fired at studio prices.

You do not need to bring anything except clothing that can get dusty. Aprons are provided and clay washes out easily.

Age: 18 plus
Language: English
Level: Beginners and advanced participants, no prior experience required
Group size: minimum 5, maximum 10 people
Cancellation: possible up to 4 weeks before the course start
Contact: hello@rami-ceramics.com

About the instructor

Arina is a contemporary artist with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and the creator of “The Turtle,” “The Hippo,” “The Crab,” and other playful animal sculptures with small towns on their backs that you may have already seen at Rami.

She has built her own ceramics brand and specializes in hand building, creating unique and characterful pieces that tell stories.

In this course, Arina will guide you through the entire process from the first piece of clay to the final details on your urn, and share techniques and tips from many years of working with ceramics.