Masterclass plate throwing by Kat Pino Tuesday June 9 18:30-22:00

3,5 hour masterclass plate throwing by Kat Pino | Tuesday June 9, 18:30 - 22:00 It's no secret that plates (or any flatware) are one of the most difficult shapes to make on the potter's wheel. Flattening out a large amount of clay requires different throwing techniques and impeccable body awareness. In this masterclass, you'll learn everything about plates. It covers what makes a good plate, plate design, what restaurants look for in plates, and the biggest pitfalls and challenges in making plates (and how to overcome them). You'll get to learn about the infamous S-crack, compression, the importance of slow-drying, and using the centrifugal force of the wheel to your advantage. Kat will demonstrate the throwing of a contemporary-style plate and share some advanced techniques and tips. After that, it's your turn to take a seat behind the wheel. The Masterclass ends with a 30-minute trimming demo and room for Q&A. In the masterclass, the focus in on practicing the techniques explained by Kat Pino. The thrown plates will not be completed during the masterclass and will not be fired. Skill level | This Masterclass is for Intermediate and Advanced students and is not suitable for beginners. Participants are expected to be able to center 4lbs (2kg) of clay and throw consistent cylinders. Location: Studio Potterdam, Schiemond 20, Rotterdam. Early Bird price until May 31st €150,- After May 31 the price is €175,- We have a maximum of 8 participants for this masterclass Kat Pino is a Dutch ceramicist and production potter living in Vancouver, Canada, with over a decade of experience. Her studio specializes in collaborative design, creating custom ceramic collections for some of Canada's most acclaimed, Michelin-starred and recommended restaurants. Moving from the Netherlands to Canada in 2016, she traded the corporate grind for a life behind the wheel, focusing on clean and functional design. As an art therapist, she focuses on how the somatic experience of working with clay can ground us and shift our perspective.