

Sat, 14 Sept
|Denmark CRC Gallery
Ceramics Workshop with Madoda Fani
HAND COILING, CARVING & BURNISHING
Time & Location
14 Sept 2024, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Denmark CRC Gallery, 2 Strickland St, Denmark WA 6333, Australia
About the event
OVERVIEW
Inspired by his South African heritage, Madoda works on a large scale, building organic-shaped vessels with smooth surfaces punctuated by intricate, repetitive patterns. His hand-coiled, burnished and smoke-fired pieces are a contemporary evolution of traditional Zulu ceramics, and his curvaceous forms with hand-carved embellishments are entirely distinct.
WORKSHOP OUTLINE
The workshop will run for 6 hours, commencing at Denmark CRC Gallery at 10am and concluding at the ArtsHouse at 4pm.
During the workshop, Madoda will present a number of works (via photographic images) in progress to illustrate his process and technique.
Participants will receive a slab of clay to mould and follow along as Madoda demonstrates and instructs on the various stages of coiling, carving and burnishing.Â
The workshop will conclude with a demonstration of smoke firing.
Participants will need to bring:
• Steel kidney/ steel scrapers/ribs
• Carving tools
• A scalpel knife
• A surform
• Sponges
• Semi-precious stones for burnishing (smooth, polished with no knicks or damage. Should be large enough to grasp easily in your hand, but small enough to manoeuvre over a small 3D surface)
• Apron and hand-towel
• Note book and pen/pencil
Madoda suggests to bring as many tools as you feel comfortable using, especially ones you are more familiar with.
Please note:
• Covered footwear must be worn for the duration of the workshop. Aprons and comfortable studio clothes are recommended.Â
• A light morning tea will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own lunch.
This event is for attendees aged 16+. It is not appropriate for children.