05
October
commonroom
Wednesday
ceramic open studio for adults – wednesday mornings
Florianigasse 54, 1080
ancient forms-semester class
17.10.22-
05.12.22
8 week semester class
(single class visits also possible)
(single class visits also possible)
from 18:30 to 20:30
*curious how people used to make their pottery vessels thousands of years ago?
*join us for a special series of pottery classes that will bring archaeology and ancient history closer to you.
*all along these guided sessions, you will get acquainted with ancient ceramic forms and will reproduce different objects through various techniques (pinching, coiling, slabbing etc.)
*özlem is a pottery artisan for 20 years and she will introduce you to the world of clay
*alexandra is a doctor in ancient history and archaeology. she has been participating in various excavation projects for over 15 years and she will acquaint you with the everyday life of ancient people and their ceramics
*you will be provided with all the required materials including clay, tools, and glazes
350 EUR/person
50 euros per class
language: english
8 people max
play with clay-childrens workshops
play with clay: children’s ceramic workshop
WITH RACHAEL AND LISA
ages: 5-15
1.5 hours
30EUR
CLICK ON THE DATE YOU WANT TO BOOK TO PROCEED TO REGISTRATION!
hand building with clay is messy, fun, and most importantly gives children confidence and allows self expression!
this is a great class where children can use their imagination and creative skills to make something unique.
they will go through the complete process of creating a ceramic piece.
they will be guided through some of the following techniques;
*wedging clay
*pinching technique
*how to attach clay pieces
*slabbing
*painting
*decorating
*pinching technique
*how to attach clay pieces
*slabbing
*painting
*decorating
this workshop is a great way for kids to get creative!
all materials included.
pieces will be ready for pick up 10 days after the workshop.
weekend workhops with bar bergman and beginners courses
ONE OFF WORKSHOPS
with bar bergman (check out her work here..https://barbergman.com/)
3 PART guest SERIES
espresso cups 01.10 10:00-12:30
in this workshop we will build a set of espresso cups and coasters –
we will use a hand building technique called pinching, and we will learn how to make a set with a unique style.
after building the set we will paint it using underglaze colors.
60 euros per person. book here
planters 08.10 10:00-12:30
in this workshop we will build a planter using the coil technique – that technique is very useful to know and can be used for making various shapes.
after building our planter (and tray) we will paint it using underglaze colors.
60 euros per person. book here
VASES 22.10 10:00-12:30
in this workshop we will build a beautiful vase using the coil technique – that technique is very useful to know and can be used for making various shapes.
we will sketch the shape of our vase and proceed to build it with close guidance.
after building the vase we can choose to paint it using underglaze colors, or leave it in the natural color of the clay.
60 euros per person. BOOK HERE
Introduction To Clay: Beginners Weekend Workshop
WITH RACHAEL EVANS
Complete beginners weekend workshop. If you are curious about clay or want to improve your skills, this crash course is perfect for you!
We will learn about every step of the pottery process from choosing the right clay to glazing and recycling clay.
You will learn and make:
Wedging-how to prepare clay,
Coil teCHnique,
Pinch pots,
Slab teqnique,
How to attach a handle,
Glazing,
How to fire finished pieces,
And much much more…
Bring old clothes, aprons will be provided.
All tools, clay, glazes and firing is included in the price.
open studio for adults
FOR INDEPENDENT POTTERS ONLY
you are welcome to use our tools, clay and glazes at the studio. you can also benefit from ceramic books and leaflets that we have at the studio. If you have many ideas and if you like to work independently, open studio is perfect for you. in the friendly atmosphere of commonroom, we like to develop our skills together.
pay now for your sessions and then you can choose when to come:
wednesdays mornings 10:00-12:00
wednesdays evenings 18:30-20:30
fee (4 sessions) : 120€ Please register here
fee (8 sessions) : 190€ Please register here
fee (15 sessions) : 320€ Please register here
for independent potters, if you are a beginner or need instruction join our semester class or adults weekend ceramic workshop: Please register here
semester class for beginners
NEW SEMESTER WILL START IN JANUARY 2023
CHECK OUT OUR ANCIENT FORMS SEMESTER CLASS!
mondays 18:30 – 20:30
max. 8 person – min 5 person
fee: 320€
In this class you will experience the magic of clay. we will practice different hand building techniques in a logical and patient way. we will go into the wonderful world of glazes and glaze all of your products. at the end of the semester you will be an independent potter, able to work individually and apply your own ideas to your own work.
- you will be guided by an experienced artist step by step
- you will have the freedom to design your own piece
- you will spend a few hours in a friendly and inspiring atmosphere
- you must not possess any previous knowledge neither do you need any materials, all the materials are included
- by the end of this experience your unique piece of ceramics will wait for you to be collected.
summer night ceramics
29.07
19.08
02.09
20:00-22:00
candles, clay, summer evening…
we can’t think of anything more relaxing!
join us for this beginners ceramic workshop. you will learn the basic techniques to form, design, decorate and paint at least one beautiful, unique piece!
price: 45 euros
*min 4 people, max 8
*aprons and all materials will be provided
*we have a cafe so you can order drinks and food
*your pieces will be ready to pick up 10 days after the workshop
*aprons and all materials will be provided
*we have a cafe so you can order drinks and food
*your pieces will be ready to pick up 10 days after the workshop
HALLOWEEN
KIDS CERAMIC WORKSHOP
22.10 13:00-14:30
ages 5-15
30 euros
book here:
join us to make spooky ceramic pumpkins from scratch.
we will form, paint and have fun whilst learning various ceramic techniques.
pick up on 30th october.
halloween costumes are encouraged!
LATE NIGHT CERAMICS; HALLOWEEN SPECIAL
21.10 – 20:00-22:00
ADULTS ONLY
wine, ceramics, laughs and halloween!
make a ceramic pumpkin and/or ghost from scratch with this guided session.
we will also glaze our pieces and learn a variety of ceramic techniques in the process.
all pieces will be fired and ready for pick up on 30th october.