CERAMIC hand build: Birdhouse workshop

July 18th & 19th

Time: 9 am to 12 pm 
Class Schedule: 2 days (7 hours Total)
​Cost: $150
Skill Level: Suitable for all levels Age: 12 +
Location:​ Artist​Studio​-​10 ​S​. Gay ​Dr., ​Longmont, CO 80501

Join artist Ana Balzan for a creative two-day workshop where you’ll hand-build a unique birdhouse using clay slabs. Along the way, you’ll also learn the beautiful sgraffito technique to carve your own decorative design.
No experience needed—just bring your imagination!
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• What to Expect - Day 1: Saturday, July 18th from 9 AM to 1 PM
  We’ll cut and build the birdhouse pieces, learning how to successfully attach the walls and roof.
  Ana will demonstrate the sgraffito technique on clay.
• What to Expect - Day 2: Sunday, July 19th from 9 AM to 12 PM
  You’ll add color to your birdhouse using slips and underglazes, then create your own sgraffito design. ​

• What Students need to finish bird house:
  • Wire to hang bird house. Artist will show the materials needed the last day of the workshop.
• Materials included:
  • clay, underglazes, color slips, clear glaze, bisque firing and glaze fire

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After the workshop, your pieces will be left to dry before going through bisque and glaze firings (this may take
​1–2 weeks). Once ready, you’ll receive an email to pick up your finished birdhouse at Artist Home Studio.