Grace’s art background is anchored in art education, having taught art in NYC, Texas, and CT, most recently having taught grades 6 – 12. art at Ethel Walker School until 2017. She is now homeschooling two of her grandchildren (reading, science, social studies, math, and art), which recently has expanded to include Clay Playtime part-time with two additional homeschoolers. Grace has moved from painting on canvas to painting on clay, producing ceramic functional pottery for clients, FVAC, and local CT craft shows. Her illustrated pottery includes animal stories inspired by her own hens and local wildlife, her favorite chicken-proof Montauk Daisies, and most recently, grandma stories, though she’s been asked not to sell them.
Whimsical Bird Trays: Ceramic Illustration with Grace Epstein
Instructor Artist: Grace Epstein
Date: Friday, April 4
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Location: Fisher Gallery
Level: All levels
Workshop Fee: $60 (includes all materials)
Join local ceramic artist and backyard farmer Grace Epstein as she reveals her unique approach to decorating pottery with charming bird motifs!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to shape a clay slab into a tray and explore techniques like brushing, sgraffito, and paper resist to bring your bird designs to life. After kiln firing, your finished piece will be ready for pickup in two weeks.
Don’t miss this opportunity to craft your own whimsical ceramic masterpiece with Grace’s expert guidance!
Materials Provided: Slab clay, molds, and leather-hard clay will be supplied for your use during the workshop.
Refreshments will be served, and the gallery will be open for your enjoyment. Cheers!
