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Throwing & Trimming Workshop

June 7, 2019May 9, 2019 by Christine Bell

Our very own Darlene Malcolm-Moran will be conducting this week-long throwing workshop at the end of August. A popular teacher at KPG, Darlene’s work is governed by the tenants of beauty, functionality & form, as well as fine craftsmanship. We know this class will push your skills to the next level. This workshop is not intended for beginners, but for those already able to throw a 6″ cylinder, equivalent bowl and plate. Improve your throwing skills to create well balanced consistent pottery. Learn how to trim and finish clay additions to your thrown pottery so all is well crafted.

This workshop runs the week of August 26 – 30, 2019, (Mon – Fri) from 10:00am – 4:00pm each day ( Break: 12:30 – 1:30pm for Lunch ). Please bring your own pottery tools and a lunch. This workshop costs $372.90 (inc HST) for non-members and $327.70 (inc HST) for members. Members please apply for this class in the gallery or contact Clara at for more details. This class has a limited attendance, so don’t delay. Online registration is here.

The itinerary for this week-long workshop:

Monday & Tuesday : Throw, throw & throw. Bigger, taller, & thinner. Bowls, cylinders, & plates.
The clay will be provided for the Monday & Tuesday classes. All pots will be cut in half to assess what steps are needed for your throwing improvements.
Wednesday : You may purchase clay from the Guild and we will be throwing pots that will be trimmed.
Thursday: Trimming your pottery. Smooth bottoms are important.
Friday: Finishing with clay additions, handles and decorating our trimmed leather hard pottery.
Discussing how to glaze these pieces.

marbled red, white & black clay tall thrown vase — One of Darlene’s vases selected for the 2018 Inspired Mud juried show.

KPG Spring Sale!

April 2, 2019 by Christine Bell

Our Spring Sale is happening Friday May 3, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A wide variety of pottery will be available for your gift giving needs. Pottery is a unique and personal gift, ideal for wedding, shower, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, teachers, birthdays or hostess gifts; and don’t forget to treat yourself!! Admission is free and will include a chance to win an awesome door prize! Hope to see you there!

red and blue decorated planters — Ginny Clark has some planters for spring.

shelves of white bisque ware — Lillian Forester’s prepping for the show.

Richard Mund Maijolica workshop date change!

March 31, 2019 by Christine Bell

Due to circumstances, we have been forced to change the date for this inspiring workshop. Please note the new date is now Sunday, June 9, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Price is $110.00 for non-members and $100.00 for members. Members please sign up in the Gallery, with your membership card, to receive your discount.

white mugs painted with grey and yellow flowers and bees — Richard Mund mugs

Richard began working full time with clay in 1994 as a potter’s apprentice in Des Moines, Iowa and has a B.FA from the Nova Scotia College of Arts and Design. We welcome him to the Kawartha Potters Guild!

Please note that this workshop will be directed to those with previous pottery experience.

For those who do not know, the practice of majolica has existed since the renaissance and involves painting, with glaze, on top of a previously applied white, tin based glaze.

This workshop will include an introduction to the medium, safety concerns, a wax resist demonstration, a glaze application demonstration, an introduction to glaze colourants and how to make them, decorating and brushwork demonstrations. If time allows, Richard may have some extra tricks and tips to offer. There will be time for participants to work on pieces with his input and supervision. Don’t miss this information packed workshop! Our online registration can be found here.

stacked mugs and bowls in blues, yellows,greens and a pop of red — Colourful mugs & bowls!

Artisans’ Centre Grand Opening!

March 29, 2019February 26, 2019 by Christine Bell

As some of you may know, the Artisans’ Centre, of whom the KPG is a founding member, is moving to Peterborough Square as of March 1st. All classes for the Woodturners, Spinners & Weavers and Gourders will now be taking place in Unit # 3, downstairs. They will be having a Grand Opening on Saturday, March 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m and everyone is cordially invited! We would like to extend our best wishes for their continued growth and success!

Empty Bowls Event

February 8, 2019 by Christine Bell

hands holding a small handmade ceramic bowl

This year’s Empty Bowls event will be held at The Venue on Friday, March 1st, and KPG is again participating, both by making bowls and helping out at the event itself. If you are interested in attending the event, tickets are now on sale at the YWCA and are $40 each. For that price you get a bowl and a buffet lunch, or – if you don’t wish to get a bowl you will get a $25 tax receipt.

Empty Bowls is an event run by the YWCA addressing food insecurity in our own community. We have been a part of this wonderful event for many years now and are proud of our contribution!

Richard Mund Cone 6 Majolica Workshop is online!

March 14, 2019February 8, 2019 by Christine Bell

We are excited to announce that this workshop is scheduled for Sunday, April 21, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Price is $110.00 for non-members and $100.00 for members. Members please sign up in the Gallery, with your membership card, to receive your discount.

Please note that this workshop will be directed to those with previous pottery experience.

For those who do not know, the practice of majolica has existed since the renaissance and involves painting, with glaze, on top of a previously applied white, tin based glaze.

Richard Mund Workshop

January 5, 2019 by Christine Bell

We are delighted to announce that Richard Mund will be giving a workshop on Maijolica techniques at our Guild on Sunday April 21 from 9 – 5 pm. More details and registration announcement to follow soon. Watch this space!

Christmas Sale Thanks!

December 4, 2018 by Christine Bell

This Christmas sale was a resounding success and we have all of you to thank for it. To everyone who dropped in from near and far, to check out all the beautiful work our artisans had to offer, we thank you. There were many spontaneous reunions this year as well as new friends made and treasures found. Please remember that our gift Gallery is open now, every day until 5pm on the 23rd for any of your holiday shopping needs.