Wheelie Wednesdays: Advanced Wheel Throwing
Registration
Marla Benton
Wednesdays, September 23 – October 28, 2020
9:00am – 1:00pm
Throwing clay! What could be more fun on a Wednesday morning!
We will be using the potter’s wheel in this class with a focus on functional thrown forms. There will be a shift to more complicated thrown pieces, as well as, assembling multiple forms together. Discussions & demonstrations will help lead the way through the weeks. Different surface design techniques and glazing will be explored. Previous wheel throwing experience is required.
We encourage participants to join in our School’s biennial fundraiser, ‘Ramp It Up!’, in May, 2021, by creating and donating bowls. This event is in support of our important community organization, Second Story Women’s Centre.
$350.00
Students should bring:
- Apron
- Hand towel
This class consists of 5 working sessions (Sept. 23 to Oct. 21, 9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.) with a pick up day on the 6th week (Oct. 28, 9:00a.m. – 10:00a.m.).
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.