FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, AWARD WINNING POTTER OFFERS CERAMICS CLASSES IN LAKE MILLS STUDIO
Lake Mills WI –December 17, 2008 Bruce Johnson’s distinctive raku ceramic pieces have been enjoyed by people all over the nation for over 25 years. For the first time ever, Johnson is offering to share his knowledge and technique with others by offering lessons in wheel thrown and hand built ceramics.
Johnson has received invitations to show his work at juried art shows throughout the country. His decorative vessel, “Cosmo,” was selected for the Niche Award in wheel thrown ceramics from Niche Magazine, a national trade publication for retailers of American craft. “With my years of experience as a full-time artist, I believe I have much to offer those interested in ceramics,” says Johnson, “whether they are just beginning or already experienced in working with clay.”
In this unique learning opportunity, students will learn the art of making functional and decorative pottery, both hand built and wheel thrown. The pieces will be fired in food-safe, high-fire glazes, and in the ancient technique of raku firing.
All sessions will take place at Bruce Johnson Clay Studio, 302 W. Campus Street, in Lake Mills, Wisconsin, beginning the week of January 5, 2009. The class includes one session a week for seven weeks, 25 pounds of clay, and all glaze materials, including firing. Classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:30pm to 9pm, and Saturday mornings from 10am to 12:30pm. Each class is limited to six students to ensure individual attention for each student.
To register, or for further information, contact Johnson at 920-648-3049 or bruce@brucejohnsonclaystudio.com. Samples of work can be seen on his website, www.brucejohnsonclaystudio.com.