Saturday, October 25th
9am-12p
*Registration Deadline: October 21st*
$185/person, includes all materials, firing costs, light refreshments and match tea sampling
Ages 16+
Instructor: Bridget Dorr
This workshop will be held at TNL Annex, located at 713 Pearl St.
Discover the meditative art of ceramic handbuilding while creating your own personalized matcha tea set in this immersive 3-hour workshop. You'll craft beautiful, functional pieces that honor the traditional Japanese tea ceremony while learning to incorporate the mindful practice of matcha into your daily routine. No prior ceramic experience required—just bring your creativity and enthusiasm for this ancient craft.
What You'll Experience:
In this hands-on workshop, you'll:
- Learn fundamental handbuilding techniques to shape clay into functional ceramic pieces
- Create a traditional matcha tea bowl (chawan) with your unique artistic touch
- Craft a mixing bowl with a specialized lip for whisking matcha
- Design a custom ceramic drying stand for your bamboo whisk
- Explore the history and philosophy behind Japanese matcha tea ceremonies
- Practice mindful tea preparation techniques using your handmade pieces
- Connect with the therapeutic benefits of working with clay
- Enjoy a calming, creative environment perfect for unwinding and self-expression
What's Included:
Your workshop fee covers everything you need:
- All clay and ceramic materials
- Professional-grade tools and equipment
- High-quality bamboo whisk (chasen) to take home
- Firing and glazing of your finished pieces
- Light refreshments and traditional matcha tea tasting
- Take-home care instructions for your ceramic pieces
- Access to pickup your fired pieces within 3-4 weeks
The Process:
Hour 1: Introduction to handbuilding techniques and matcha culture
- Learn about clay preparation and basic shaping methods
- Begin crafting your matcha tea bowl using slab and pinch techniques
Hour 2: Complete your tea set collection
- Finish your tea bowl and start your mixing bowl with lip detail
- Create your bamboo whisk drying stand with decorative elements
Hour 3: Refine and personalize your pieces
- Add final touches and surface textures
- Enjoy a traditional matcha tea ceremony using sample pieces
This is Perfect For:
- Tea lovers seeking a deeper connection to their daily ritual
- Clay beginners wanting to explore ceramic arts in a supportive environment
- Pottery enthusiasts looking to expand their functional pottery skills
- Crafters and makers interested in learning new handbuilding techniques
- Multi-medium artists exploring clay as an expressive medium
- Anyone seeking a mindful, creative experience that combines art and wellness
- Gift-givers looking for a unique experience to share with someone special
About the Instructor:
Our experienced ceramic artist, Bridget Dorr, will guide you through the handbuilding process with patience and expertise. With years of teaching experience and a passion for pottery as expressive art, she’ll help you create pieces that reflect your unique style. Combining her love for ceramics and tea culture, Bridget shares professional techniques and personalized tips to ensure your work is both beautiful and functional.
Join us at The New Local for this unique blend of ceramic artistry and tea culture. Leave with handcrafted pieces that will enhance your daily matcha practice for years to come, plus the skills and knowledge to continue your ceramic journey.
Space is limited to ensure personalized attention. Reserve your spot today!