Continuing Surface Design

Students will elevate familiar processes learned in previous surface decoration classes. Topics include composition, color theory, layering, and stylistic choices. We'll explore decorating dark clay and non-linear forms, and touch on new techniques like screenprinting and additive vs. subtractive methods. Demos will be provided, with ample time for hands-on practice.

Special Notes

• No drawing experience necessary, but previous surface decoration class requested.
  
  Please bring a towel and clay tools.
  You will receive 25 pounds of clay; additional clay is available for purchase. 
  
  On-site courses do not come with studio access outside of class time. Paid open studio access is available through our Studio Access Program. Please visit visarts.org for more information.
  
  

  Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.  

  
  
  

About the Instructor

Deb Rice

Deb Rice is a Richmond ceramic artist with degrees in design from ODU and art education from VCU. She taught high school fine art and graphic art, and is thrilled to be teaching ceramics (her favorite medium) at the Visual Arts Center (her favorite place).

Deb incorporates various hand-building techniques and creative surface decoration, combining her love of clay, graphic design and painting.

Her ceramics have been featured in juried exhibits and pop up shops across Virginia. She also sells her work at several local markets as “Muddy Paws Ceramics,” named in honor of her dog Bo, who lived on a short chain for 3 years. Soon after being rescued and discovering freedom, Bo was bursting with joy running full speed, paws-to-belly caked in mud. Deb feels joy and freedom when playing with “mud” herself. Helping students experience those same feelings is icing on the cake.

Website: muddypawsceramics.com
Instagram: @muddypawsceramics

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