LadyBug Hinged Box: Sculpting Functional Art in Clay
March 7th
10am to 2pm
Participants: Min: 5 / Max: 10
Skill Level: Suitable for all levels Age: 10 +
$100
Discover the fascinating world of functional ceramic art in this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn to create a unique hinged box in the shape of a bug, where the wing open and close like a lid.
This workshop will guide you through the process of sculpting a bug-inspired design, making and attaching hinges, and ensuring your piece is both functional and decorative. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced clay artist, this class offers the perfect opportunity to explore new techniques and unleash your creativity.
What You’ll Learn:
After your piece has been fired, you’ll take home a one-of-a-kind bug box that opens to reveal a hidden compartment—perfect for storing small treasures or displaying as a decorative keepsake.
Note: The pieces will need to be fired once they are completely dry, which may take up to 1 weeks. Once ready, you’ll receive an email to pick up your finished birdhouse at Tumbleweed.
10am to 2pm
Participants: Min: 5 / Max: 10
Skill Level: Suitable for all levels Age: 10 +
$100
Discover the fascinating world of functional ceramic art in this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn to create a unique hinged box in the shape of a bug, where the wing open and close like a lid.
This workshop will guide you through the process of sculpting a bug-inspired design, making and attaching hinges, and ensuring your piece is both functional and decorative. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced clay artist, this class offers the perfect opportunity to explore new techniques and unleash your creativity.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to sculpt a bug form with clay.
- The fundamentals of creating hinges for movable wings.
- Tips and tricks for designing functional ceramic pieces.
- clay, underglazes, hi fire wire and bisque firing.
- Needle Nose, Round Nose and Wire Cutters to make the hinges.
After your piece has been fired, you’ll take home a one-of-a-kind bug box that opens to reveal a hidden compartment—perfect for storing small treasures or displaying as a decorative keepsake.
Note: The pieces will need to be fired once they are completely dry, which may take up to 1 weeks. Once ready, you’ll receive an email to pick up your finished birdhouse at Tumbleweed.
Tumbleweed Art Collective / 1333 Coffman Street, Longmont, Colorado 80501 / (303) 960-9382