Throwing Taller: Big Cylinder Challenge for Intermediate Potters
Throwing Taller: Big Cylinder Challenge for Intermediate Potters
This workshop is designed for intermediate potters looking to push their skills by creating their largest cylinders yet.
Max Students: 5
Instructor: Danielle Rodriguez
Participants will focus on techniques for centering larger amounts of clay, pulling consistent walls, and maintaining stability as the height increases. With guidance and practical tips, this session will help you refine your approach to working with scale and explore new possibilities on the wheel. Whether you're aiming to set a personal record or simply improve your control with larger forms, this workshop offers a supportive environment to take on the challenge.
Saturday, January 11th, 2025
1pm- 4pm
$10 Hold Spot Fee (will be refunded after workshop)
Dani Rodriguez is a ceramicist based in Hudson County, New Jersey, where she grew up just a few blocks away from Guttenberg Arts. She first discovered a passion for ceramics at Artesana Pottery in the winter of 2020, learning the craft of wheel-throwing. Over the past four years, Dani has honed her skills, with a focus on creating distinctive angular forms and experimenting with metallic and textured glazes as well as a ghost or two. Currently, she is a resident artist at Guttenberg Arts, working on a unique collection that blends functional pottery with sculptural design.