Description:

1. Making ceramic objects using the coloured clay inlay technique known as Nerikomi.

2. Medium: Stoneware clay / porcelain clay / ceramic stains / transparent glaze.

3. Course description: Nerikomi was first created in Japan and involves stacking, cutting, and inlaying coloured pieces of clay to form different patterns. Using various coloured stoneware or porcelain clays, ceramic objects are made by hand-building or forming on a mould.

4. Course objectives: To learn the process of making ceramic objects using the coloured clay inlay technique known as Nerikomi or Neriage.

• Structure of course: 8 weeks

  • Session 1: Mixing coloured clay to prepare for making.
    Introduction to Nerikomi examples and how they were made.

  • Session 2: Continue mixing colours if not finished. Preparing slabs to make inlaid bowls or plates. Exploring how to design patterns using coloured clay inlays.

  • Session 3: Making coloured blocks. Preparing slabs for bowls, plates, or cylinders.

  • Session 4: Making objects.

  • Session 5: Making objects.

  • Session 6: Preparing pieces for bisque firing.

  • Session 7: Sanding and smoothing bisque-fired pieces.

  • Session 8: Glazing finished pieces.

Note: It is very important to attend all the nerikomi classes, as this practice follows a structured process with continuity from one session to the next. We also ask you to follow the teacher’s instructions. Even if you already have experience in ceramics, working with porcelain involves a different, more specific methodology that requires an adapted approach.

Nom de l'intervenant:

Catherine Landman

Date des sessions:

Le 13/04/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 20/04/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 27/04/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 04/05/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 11/05/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 01/06/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 08/06/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 15/06/2026

14:00 -17:00

Description:

Coil and Pinch is a fundamental ceramic hand-building technique that can be applied to both functional and sculptural forms. This course focuses on creating spheres, curvilinear vessels, and geometric or zigzag forms using the coil-and-pinch method. The unique qualities, imperfections, and character of handmade objects will be embraced as an integral part of the creative process.

Learning Objectives

Through this slow, rhythmic forming process, students will learn to create dynamic, expressive forms using only a few simple tools. Participants will develop hand-built vessels using the coil-and-pinch technique while exploring a variety of shapes and silhouettes. The course will also introduce surface treatments and finishing techniques to enhance and refine the completed forms.

Nom de l'intervenant:

Catherine Landman

Date des sessions:

Le 28/09/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 05/10/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 12/10/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 19/10/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 26/10/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 09/11/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 16/11/2026

14:00 -17:00

Le 23/11/2026

14:00 -17:00