It’s All in the Details! Hand-building
Registration
Marla Benton
Monday to Friday , July 31 – August 4, 2023
10:00am – 4:00pm
This week-long workshop will look into creating patterned details. Whether the details are in the gesture of the piece or the textures; we will explore lots of possibilities! Hand-building construction techniques & surface design will be our focus for demonstrations and discussion.
Participants will be guided to focus on creating some smaller pieces, which will then lead into their own creative project.
This is a fun week designed to allow you to submerge yourself in a creative ceramic studio!
No experience necessary.
Students should bring:
- Apron (aprons can always be purchased at the LSA)
- Water bottle
- Note book
- Pen/pencil
- Old towel
- Label any personal tools you might bring to use
- Snacks/lunch (time can be taken to go and grab lunch)
Bookings
Registrations for this workshop are now closed.
Marla Benton
Marla Benton is a ceramic artist and educator based in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. Her practice spans both studio-based work and large-scale commu- nity projects, with a strong emphasis on creating interactive art that invites personal connection. Through her gallery pieces and installations, Benton integrates text and unexpected elements that challenge conventions, evoke curiosity, and encour- age active participation.
Originally from a small town in Ontario, Benton discovered her passion for clay while studying at the Ontario College of Art & Design. She later transferred to the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design, where she earned her degree in ceramics. Benton went on to complete a second degree in Education at Nipissing University.
She combines her artistic expertise with her teaching background to engage in larger community and educational initiatives. Benton is an instructor at the Lunenburg School of the Arts, the Chester Art Centre, and The Ark, where she continues to share her love of clay through workshops.
Her work has been exhibited and published in both Canada and the United States. Benton has received several prestigious grants, including Canada Council Creation Grants, ArtsNS Grants, and ArtsSmarts Grants from the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. She has also participated in numerous artist residencies across Canada.
http://marlabenton.com/
https://www.instagram.com/marla.benton/
Bookings
Registrations for this workshop are now closed.