Join Derek for a 3, 5, or 7 day intensive workshop and shadow session where you will learn what it takes to own and operate a private ceramic studio. You will become a more skilled wheel thrower, as well as expand your overall artistic perception of shape and form. we will load and unload kilns, and fire them also. You will learn the basics of mixing glazes, and how to safely handle raw materials for mixing your own glazes, in your studio. Each day you will have access to the studio from 10am - 8:30pm. There will be some days I will leave the studio for the day around 6pm. We will start the Session with glazing, loading, and firing a kiln. Please bring 10 - 15 pieces of bisque ware, of your own to fire. Each day you will receive a two hour private lesson, and you will have the day to practice and create on the wheel. Outside of your private lesson, and while you are throwing pots, I will be working in the studio all day. I may be throwing pots, loading kilns, cleaning, mixing glazes or any other number of tasks that are required to maintain our day to day business in the studio. This may also include social media, emails, website orders, photography, or any other digital media tasks. If you are interested how that is cultivated, maintained, and produced we can spend time working on those items and assist in building your digital footprint as well. Either way I am there with all day should you need any assistance or have any questions.

What is included:

• One - two hour private lesson each day.

• 50lbs of clay. you have access to our pug mill for recycling clay. Rocky Mountain Clay is 1.1 miles away.

• 7 day shadow sessions will receive 100 pounds of clay, and a 25 pound bag of porcelain.

• Tools. It is recommended you bring and use your favorite tools. However, there is a tool cart in the studio that you have access to.

• Glaze firing and access to glazes at the beginning of your session.

• Learning general studio Maintenance and upkeep

• Glaze mixing, raw materials, and safety.

• Digital marketing, Social media, and photography

• If your session falls within our regularly scheduled classes, an additional wheel will be added, and you are welcome to join us for class from 6pm-8:30pm.

This is essentially a crash course in running a pottery studio, marketing yourself as an artist, and your work. Any areas of interest or other topics not covered in the outline, or a desire in areas you wish to explore further can be curated to your needs. I look forward to working with you in the studio. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. Call or email for availability.

Please allow 48hrs for notice of cancelation.

We know, life happens. Its ok if you need to cancel or reschedule, but please give us 2 days notice. There is a lot of work and prep that goes into having a shadow session. Space to make, kilns to prep, clay to purchase, and getting in the right mind set. Within two days notice you are subject to a $250 cancelation/rebooking fee.