Wheelie Wednesdays: Wheel Throwing

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Marla Benton
Wednesdays, January 13 – March 3, 2021
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 basic shapes and techniques. We will break down the steps to throwing to help each participant to be successful and progress through the session. Discussions & demonstrations will help lead the way through the weeks.

Please Note: This class consists of 7 full working sessions with a pick up day on the 8th week (March 3, 10:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.). 

Students should bring:

  • Apron
  • Hand towel

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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 community projects, with a strong emphasis on creating interactive art that invites personal connection.

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 B.F.A degree in ceramics. Benton went on to complete a second degree in Education at Nipissing University.

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, and has been awarded a residency in France later this year.

http://marlabenton.com/

https://www.instagram.com/marla.benton/

Bookings

Registrations for this workshop are now closed.