Handle It: A Deep Dive Into Making Handles
This is a live virtual workshop
Description
Looking to get a handle on handles?
In this virtual workshop, I will take a deep dive into all things handles: how to make and attach them, and the ergonomics of what makes a good handle.
In this 2-hour virtual workshop you will learn:
- My step-by-step method for pulling elegant and consistent handles.
- How to securely attach handles to your pots, including ways to ensure a smooth and elegant transition from handle to pot.
- Different ways to make kick-ass handles: hand-built handles, hollow handles, multi-part handles, and more.
- Common handle mistakes and how to avoid them.
- Handle embellishments and ways to make your handles stand out.
- The ergonomics of what makes a good handle and important functional considerations.
- And a sh*t ton more!
PLUS: As a bonus, you’ll get immediate access to two previous handle workshops I've taught (a $90+ value)
"Thank you, Naomi! This was helpful, especially working with smaller pieces and roughly shaping before pulling. Getting the handle position versus shape/volume was a revelation!" Kim, handle workshop participant
A handle may be a small piece of clay, but it has a big job to do eh? Handles are where our hands connect directly to those of the maker, providing a great opportunity to say something new, and leave your mark as an artist.
Ready to take your handle-making skills to the next level? You’ll leave this workshop energized with new strategies for making your own unique take on a kick-ass handle.
About The Instructor
Hi, I’m Naomi Clement, I’m a ceramic artist, teacher, and creative entrepreneur. I’ve been working in clay for over 22 years, and I’ve taught workshops and exhibited my work all across Canada and the US. I have my BFA from the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design, and my MFA in Ceramics from Louisiana State University.
Today I am well known for my elegant hand-built forms and the rich and layered surfaces on my pots. I was a thrower for many years, but switched to hand-building a few years ago now and have never looked back! At first I was intimidated by hand-building functional work—I thought it meant I wouldn’t be able to get consistent forms or that it would take forever to get a single pot. But I loved the new world of form and texture that opened up to me when I started hand-building my pots. Sure, it did take a bit longer, but ultimately I was way happier with the end results. Plus, slab-building my pots means I get to add lots of yummy texture to them which contributes to my signature layered surfaces. Hand-building opened up a whole new way of thinking about and decorating my work, and I’ve never looked back.
I created this workshop to share some of the basic strategies that have worked for me, and help you learn how to create your own unique pots!
Frequently Asked Questions
How does it work?
This is a virtual workshop, simply purchase it here in the shop! After that, check your inbox for an email from my virtual platform, Naomi’s School, with a link to login to your new account and access the course. The zoom link to the live class will be in your student dashboard, along with any other course materials.
Note: if you have previously purchased workshops through my website, the new course will be added to your existing student dashboard. Simply login there to access the new course.
How do I access the recording and other course materials?
Once you register for the workshop, you’ll get all the info on how to access the course delivered right to your inbox within about 15 min. You will need to create a login password within Naomi’s e-learning platform, Thinkific. Please save that information in your browser, so that you can easily access the course materials whenever you like.
How long do I have access to this course?
Pottery Technique courses have an access time of 90 days and Professional Development courses are accessible for 1 year -both from the date of purchase. You can watch your course as much as you like during that time, and on any devices you own!
What kinds of tools do I need to take a pottery workshop?
You will be able to make everything I demonstrate using the basic pottery tools you already have on hand. So as long as you have some clay, and your standard pottery tools (wire cutter, knife, sponge, and a board to work on), you’ll be good to go. One thing you will need access to is a kiln to fire your finished work. If you want to know more about the tools I use most in my work, check out this video.
Refunds
Due to the digital nature of this product we don’t offer refunds.
