Ceramic Studio
Koreatown · Los Angeles
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Ceramic Studio in Koreatown, Los Angeles
Welcome to Atelier Folk, your premier pottery workshop nestled in the heart of Koreatown, Los Angeles. Our studio is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of art enthusiasts, where seasoned artisans and newcomers alike come together to explore their passion for creativity.
At Atelier Folk, we offer tailored pottery classes suitable for all skill levels, creating an inclusive environment where beginners and semi-beginners can embark on their artistic journey with confidence. Our classes blend traditional techniques with a contemporary approach, ensuring a dynamic and enriching experience for all participants.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CERAMICS AND POTTERY?
Pottery is a subset of ceramics, distinguished by its formation from clay and subsequent high-temperature firing, resulting in a durable surface suitable for painting and glazing. Conversely, ceramics encompass a broader spectrum, including crystalline and non-crystalline structures, resembling both pottery and glass.
While ceramics typically denote artistic expressions, pottery commonly denotes utilitarian items like plates and cups, crafted from clay. The distinction lies in their intended purposes, with pottery serving functional roles alongside its aesthetic appeal.
HOW TO LEARN POTTERY IN KOREATOWN, LOS ANGELES?
Patience and perseverance are fundamental principles. Our dedicated team here in Koreatown, Los Angeles are here to guide and instruct you, helping you master essential techniques such as wedging, centering, forming, and modeling. Whether you're shaping clay on the wheel or simply with your hands, our workshops provide comprehensive instruction tailored to your needs.
Discover the art of pottery or ceramics through our introductory courses in Los Angeles. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our workshops offer a supportive environment for learning and creativity.
Looking for pottery or ceramics classes in Ktown? Don't hesitate to reach out to us for more information. Our classes are open to the public and cater to individuals eager to learn. Consider surprising your loved ones with the gift of creativity by gifting them pottery classes at our Koreatown studio with our convenient gift cards.
Pricing:
Pottery Workshop: €75* (Duration: 2 hours)
Hand Building Workshop: €65* (Duration: 2 hours)
*Glazing of pottery is included by our instructors.
WHAT ARE POTTERY TECHNIQUES?
1 - HAND BUILDING
Hand building is a pottery technique that is practiced with the hands, without throwing on the pottery wheel. It's an ancient practice that was used long before the invention of the wheel. It involves direct and instinctive contact with the clay, where, gradually, a shape emerges straight from your imagination or based on a model. This technique can be applied to adults as well as children during your pottery classes in Koreatown.
2 - SCULPTURE
Sculpture allows for both abstract and utilitarian shapes. We often associate this with figurative forms bringing forth eyes, ears, expressions... Specific tools enable the accomplishment of this meticulous technique, whether based on a model or from your imagination.
3 - WHEEL THROWING
Whether it's a foot-powered wheel or an electric one, the pottery wheel never fails to captivate. Witnessing the skill with which a potter effortlessly shapes clay into vases, bowls, plates, and myriad other objects is truly mesmerizing. Rest assured, learning this craft is within reach for everyone at our pottery and ceramic workshops in Los Angeles.
4 - COILS
Coiling entails rolling out clay into a long, thin sausage-like form that is then wound around like a spring. Building a vessel with coils involves placing them around the circumference and gradually increasing the height. This technique allows you to assemble large clay balls, stacking them to gain volume and create the object of your choice.
5 - SLABS & MOULDS
Using clay slabs involves rolling out clay to a consistent thickness, providing a versatile canvas for shaping pottery forms like plates and tiles. Moulds, made from various materials, offer precise shaping for creating bowls, cups, and figurines, ensuring consistent results.