This workshop is part of The Artist’s Studio Series, a program designed to increase access to training and education for working artists. Learn more here.
Workshop Description: Over the course of this workshop, Kip will demystify the process of turning detailed botanical drawings into colorful underglaze transfers. You'll learn to decorate leather-hard ceramic pieces using screen printing techniques you can do right at home - from burning photo emulsion screens, to printing, coloring, and applying the vibrant transfer images to your work. Come join Kip as she shares ways you can utilize this exciting process to develop striking ceramic surfaces all your own!
Kip will demonstrate:
A unique collaging technique for layering multiple images onto leather-hard work
Two methods for burning photo emulsion screens at home using screens from EZ Screen and Small Dog Prints, plus tips for achieving exceptionally crisp screens and designs
How to generate small test pieces ideal for exploring the transfer process
Methods for applying transfers to curved surfaces with professional results
Ways to create seamless ombre color washes on backgrounds with underglazes
Skill Level: All levels welcome, but some understanding of the ceramic process and terms would be helpful!
Workshop Information:
Date: Saturday, July 18 from 10am-4pm
Teaching artist: Kip O’Krongly
Ages 18+
Participation fee: $15 per person
About the Artist: Kip O’Krongly is a studio artist and instructor living in Northfield, Minnesota. She has exhibited her work across the country, is highlighted in many ceramic publications and was a cover artist with both Ceramics Monthly and Pottery Making Illustrated. Kip regularly exhibits on the St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour and teaches at craft schools across the country. Past workshops ranged from Penland and Arrowmont, to Watershed and the Archie Bray Foundation. She has been a short-term resident at both Watershed and Archie Bray, and received a McKnight Artist Grant.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.