Update 12.12.2013: The Mountain Dreaming programme advertised earlier will now be replaced by a workshop at the Old School Arts Centre in Raglan as Susan Flight has had health issues. She is well on the way back to full health. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
RAGLAN CLAY SHED SUMMER SCHOOL 2014
Building a Backyard Kiln and Soda Firing
Dates: Sat 11th – Mon 13th, Jan 2014
Place: The Clay Shed, Raglan Old School Arts Centre, Stewart St, Raglan
Course Fee: $210.00
To Enrol: Contact Susanne Prinz, 027 429 0480 lebensfreude@xtra.co.nz
“If I can build a backyard kiln, anyone can.”
Several years ago I learnt to make a ‘Wee Beauty’ of a salt kiln from a design provided by Peter Lange. It was the first of many purpose-built performance kilns I’ve had to tackle since in order to fire my large sculptures. Although not a natural at kiln building, with a few kiln-building guidelines and welcome help from my friends, we achieved some astounding results. So I fervently believe, if I can do it, anyone can!
In this workshop we will build an affordable, small gas-fired brick kiln (pictured), that is easy to fire by yourself (or with a friend) and can be used for bisque, soda or salt glaze firing.
Using well known flashing slips on our bisque ware, we will carry out a soda glaze firing on the second day.
You’ll come away with some basic knowledge of different kilns and their various uses; some fundamental kiln building guidelines; and the experience of building and firing a small brick kiln. Plus, you’ll have shared in the kiln-side camaraderie of the event.
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Susan St Lawrence’s figurative sculpture are about the memories, stories and dreams that we all carry around inside of us. She also organises Community Hearth firings which are large performance kiln firings with lots of participants. These Community Hearth events are a chance for people to experience the wonderful sense of occasion and camaraderie that happens at a potter’s wood kiln firing.
Facebook pages: Susan St Lawrence Ceramics, and, Potters Community Hearth Projects
Website: www.susanstlawrenceceramics.com
Community Hearth Website: www.prometheushamilton.wordpress.com
Hi,
I am interested in your summer workshop. Is there still a possibility to join? Is there a possibility for my soon, during that time, to have a surf camp. He is 12 years old and we leave in New Caledonia so it’s a little bit complicated to have information. And my last question would be to ask you if you can recommand other nice backpacker adresses : the one on your website is fullybooked.
Many thanks in advance,
Anne
Hi Anne
The Summer Workshop is being organised by Susan Flight of Mountain Dreaming Workshop. I’ll forward your enquiry to her. She is unwell at the moment so it may take a little while for her to respond.
Other backpackers in central Raglan are:
Belindsays- Backpacker accommodation very close to town. Phone: 07 825 6592, belindsays@hotmail.com, 28 Wallis Street
Raglan
Raglan Backpackers and Waterfront Lodge – Backpacker accommodation on the harbour’s edge close to town. Phone 07 825 0515, Email info@raglanbackpackers.co.nz
The Raglan Kopua Holiday Park also has backpacker accommodation.
Phone: +64 (7) 825 8283
Email stay@raglanholidaypark.co.nz
Closer to the surf are:
Karioi Backpackers and Hostel/ Sleeping Lady Lodgings – A backpackers and hostel located at Whale Bay. Phone 07 825 7873, Email info@karioilodge.co.nz
YHA Raglan (Solscape Eco Retreat is the official Raglan Youth Hostel) – Unique budget accommodation for the travelling surfer, backpacker, family or large group. Overlooking Manu Bay surf break and the ocean beach. Phone 07 825 8268, Email book@yha.co.nz
Karioi Lodge Backpackers and Hostel/ Sleeping Lady Lodgings are the ones to contact about a surf camp for a 12 year old as they run the Raglan Surf School. Phone 07 825 7873, Email info@karioilodge.co.nz
Regards,
Rodger
Hi Rodger,
Thank you so much for those precious informations.
I will contact them.
I’d like to know also if it’s possible to take other art classes after the 13th. I might stay around for a week and if my son has a surf camp, I’d like to practice more my creativity.
Many thanks,
Warm regards,
Anne
No other formal art classes on then. You are welcome to come to the Clay Shed at the Old School Arts Centre for a small donation. Susanne and the other members will host you. A woman from Ireland will be in Raglan and also at the Clay Shed at about that time.