Intro to Hand Building - Diwali Lamp
with Preeti Nag

Start your journey here and learn to mould clay by taking our Hand Building class. Our trained staff will guide you through each step of the process, from Pinching & Coiling to Slab Building & Slump Molding. You will acquire new skills and discover a range of techniques to take on a wide range of projects such as designing a dinner set or crafting an abstract sculpture.

You will use various tools to add texture and depth to your pieces: 

- Wire Cutter - Used to cut off smaller pieces of clay from a larger piece. 

- Pin Tool - A sharp instrument used to cut, pierce and incise designs on the surface of the clay, adding a unique texture.

- Score tool - In order to join pieces of clay together, you need to first score the pieces of clay so that the slip penetrates the clay and bonds the two pieces.

- Banding Wheel - A base that rotates your clay and makes it easier to work on your piece. 

- Rubber Rib - Essential tool used to smooth out the surface of the clay. 

- Sponge - When damp, it moistens the surface of the clay and keeps the surface smooth