Cuerda Seca Workshop #414

Ceramic Workshop
Saturday July 24th, 2021
10:00 - 2:00 pm

Level: Adult
Instructor: Leslie Messersmith
Location: ArtHaus Visual Arts Studio
​Only 2 Spots Left!
​$70
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Workshop Description
Join Leslie Messersmith for a workshop exploring an ancient technique for surface decoration! Cuerda Seca means “dry cord” or “dry line”. Designs are drawn with a pigmented wax resist (we’ll be using black) then filled with color, in this case Cone 6 glazes.

• Participants will bring (2) Cone 6 bisque pottery pieces of their own (preferably in a white or light colored clay).
• You will also be provided with a tile to practice on.
• Participants will please bring a drawing or two of designs or inspiration so as not to spend too much time figuring out a design.

All other materials and tools will be provided by the instructor. Students will receive a squeeze bottle of black resist with tip and handout to take home.
A glazing kit will be offered at the end of the workshop for $35.00. Includes 5 squeeze bottles and tips filled with Cone 6 Amaco Satin or Celadon Glazes (your choice of colors) so you can continue using this technique right away. Instructor prefers cash for this purchase.
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Meet Your Instructor
Leslie Messersmith

My early training in production pottery and my degree in sculpture from VCU have carried me on a path to creating useful and beautiful objects. I also enjoy making sculptural, decorative objects. I use many different ceramic processes to create my work and am inspired by the natural world and by the rich history of ceramics worldwide. I participate in several local craft shows annually. You can see my work in these  Virginia galleries: A Touch of Earth in Williamsburg, Gallery 527 in Scottsville and in Richmond the VMFA Virginia Artisan Gallery in the gift shop.

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