SSW: Glazing Chemistry and Techniques with Sylvia Sinel

Do you want to be able to mix your own glazes from a recipe? Then come along on this glaze adventure guided by ceramic artist Sylvia Sinel.

In this workshop we will talk about the raw materials and chemical building blocks of a glaze, and what properties they have in the firing process.  We will use a clear glaze recipe as a reference point, so the theory we we will talk about becomes practicable and easy to understand.   We will mix the recipe together and go through the process from start to finish.

When you leave, you will be able to mix a clear glaze recipe, understand the properties of the ingredients.  You will be able to make your own test tiles, add colour to the recipe and make a line blend.   You will also understand what equipment you need and how to work safely with the materials in your own practice.

Beginners to advanced potters welcome, anyone who is interested in glaze chemistry.

Please bring:

An apron

A notebook and pen

Basic face mask

There will be a 30 minutes break for lunch.   Bring your own or there is a cafe on-site serving amazing coffee.

Current members will receive 10% membership discount for this workshop.

To learn more about how to become a member click on this link here.