​🌟 Clay Totems Workshop for Adults 🌟

​We are beyond proud to present our Special Guest tutor, the magical Cat Guevara:

​Catherine Guevara is a Colombian visual artist based in Tāmaki Makaurau, acclaimed for her collaborative ceramic work and empowering migrant women through art.

​Her Pre-Columbian inspired pieces echo community narratives, earning her a residency at Corban Estate Arts Centre.

​Explore her creations on Instagram @CfromCat.

​Discover the Past 🔍, Sculpt Your Legend 🗿, Embrace Your Creative Soul 💫.

​Embark on a journey through time and creativity with our Saturday Night 🌙 Clay Totems Workshop 🎨.

​🎉 This unique experience is a celebration of historical artistry and personal expression, crafted to connect you with the ancient world through the touch of clay 🏺.

​Workshop Objectives:

• ​Cultural Exploration 🌍: Unveil the layers of totemic art history and its deep-rooted cultural significance across ancient civilizations 🏛.

• ​Creative Expression 🎭: Harness clay to translate your inner voice 🗣 into a sculptural form, melding personal narratives with the timeless language of totems 🐾.

• ​Symbolism and Significance 🐘🌿🌀: Decode the messages conveyed by animal figures, natural elements, and geometric shapes within totemic art.

• ​Hands-On Experience 🤲: Acquire practical skills in clay sculpting techniques, from the grounding basics of hand-building and texture creation 🛠.

• ​Context Exploration 🧐: Draw inspiration from pre-Columbian ceramics and other exemplary clay works to inform your creation.

​Workshop Outline:

• ​Understanding Totemic Art 🤔: Delve into its origins and understand its importance in indigenous cultures.

• ​Designing Your Totem ✏️: Engage in conceptualising a totem that resonates with your story.

• ​Clay Sculpting Techniques 👐: Master the art of shaping, molding, and assembling your vision into a tangible totem.

• ​Personal Symbolism 💭: Personalise your totem, embedding your values and experiences within its form.

​Bringing Totems to Life:

• ​Pieces Trimming ✂️: Learn how to carve and trim to refine your sculpture.

• ​Clay Assemblage 🔨: Explore advanced techniques to unite the parts of your totem.

• ​Details and Balance ⚖️: Focus on creating totemic figures that are both symbolic and structurally sound.

​Included in Your Workshop:

• ​Professional Instruction 👩‍🏫

• ​All Materials, Including Clay and Tools 🗝

• ​Bisque and Glaze Firing 🔥 for a Lasting Finish

• ​Natural Embellishments 🌱—bring stones, branches, feathers, and leaves to add a personal touch.

​Your Creation:

​After sculpting, your totem will undergo bisque firing 🔥. At the workshop's end, choose an unglazed finish to honour the raw beauty of the clay 🪨 or select a glazing option for a polished look 🔮✨.

​Your finished piece will be a storyteller in itself, a fusion of ancient art and personal myth.

​FAQs:

• ​Do I need experience in clay work? No, this workshop welcomes all, regardless of artistic background 👶👵.

• ​What should I bring to the workshop? Your creativity and any natural materials you'd like to incorporate into your totem 🍁🪶.

• ​How will I take my totem home? Post-firing, arrangements will be made for you to collect your piece.

​Are you ready to unearth your story? 📚 Join us for the Earthbound Spirits workshop and let your hands craft a narrative as old as time itself ⏲.

​Terms and Conditions/Refund Policy:

​We understand that plans can change, but due to the unique nature of our one-off masterclasses featuring special guests, it's essential for us to have a clear and fair policy in place. Our goal is to ensure that our valued tutors are compensated for their time and expertise, and that we can continue to offer high-quality educational experiences to our community.

​Refund Policy:

• ​No Refunds: Please note that refunds are not available for our masterclass sessions. Once you have committed to a class, this means we count you in among our limited spots and plan accordingly.

• ​Substitution: If you're unable to attend the class you’ve registered for, you're more than welcome to send a friend in your place. Please inform us in advance with the name of the person who will be attending on your behalf.

• ​Assistance with Replacement: In the event that you cannot attend and are unable to find someone to take your place, please reach out to us as soon as possible. While we cannot guarantee a replacement, we will make every effort to assist you. This may involve reaching out to our waitlist or community to see if another participant can take your spot.

• ​Last-Minute Changes: Understand that last-minute cancellations can be especially challenging. If you know you can't make it, the earlier you inform us, the better chance we have of filling your spot.

​We truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation with this policy. Our aim is to create a sustainable environment where learners can benefit from the expertise of our special guest tutors, and where the tutors are assured of their commitment.

​By registering for our masterclass, you agree to these terms. We're committed to providing you with an enriching experience and we look forward to seeing you in our class!