Eversfield Ceramics
David Barnes - Potter / Sculptor
WORKSHOPS
WHAT TO EXPECT
Short course ceramic workshops are held throughout the year. These workshops are hosted by David Barnes and invited ceramic artists and generally focus on a particular theme, style or technique, allowing the student to explore more in-depth aspects of the work being featured. Both beginner and experienced students are encouraged to participate.
Registration:
You may sign up at any time during the year. To secure your place, a 50% deposit is due at registration , with the balance to be paid on or before the first day of the workshop. All deposits are non-refundable unless there is a waiting list.
Accommodation:
There are numerous Air BNB, Hotels and Motels in the area. RV and Camping is also available on site at Eversfield. Please include your interest in camping or RV'ing in your registration request.
2025 WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
2 Day Introduction to Hand Building & Sculpture
January 25th, & 26th 2025
Instructor: David Barnes
This is a beginner level or for those with little clay experience. Come and indulge your creative side...
$180 Includes GST
2 Day Alternative Firing (Bare Clay Techniques) Workshop:
May 31st & June 1st, 2025
Instructor: Audrey Stamm
This workshop explores the fundamentals of a variety of alternative firing techniques, including sagger, obvara and horsehair firing
$300 Includes GST
5 Day Pottery "Boot Camp":
July 14th - 18th, 2025
Instructor: David Barnes
This year the emphasis will be on making bigger pots, even if you can only centre small pieces of clay.
$500 Includes GST
5 Day Hand Building and Sculpture Week
August 11th - 15th, 2025
Instructor: David Barnes
Come explore your creative side... This 5 day hand building and sculpting workshop will focus on a variety of techniques to build your confidence and skill level working with clay. This year will feature a live clothed model.
$550 Includes GST
3 Day John Britt Glaze Workshop
September 2027
Stay tuned for another year of glaze development and understanding in 2027.
2 Day Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel
February 22nd & 23rd 2025
Instructor: David Barnes
For Beginners and those with little experience. This workshop will cover all the basics and elevate your skill on the wheel.
$190 Includes GST
Creston Clay Fest:
July 12th, 2025
Creston BC
A day of all things clay education and entertainment. For more information, go to crestonclayfest.com
3 Day Throwing Workshop
August 6th - 8th, 2025
Instructor: David Barnes
Come and "tune up" your throwing techniques or learn a new one. This 3 day intensive will give your throwing skills a workout.
$300 Includes GST
Hand Building and Decorating w Heath and Victoria from Shprixieland Pottery
September 20th - 21st, 2025
Instructors: Heath Carra & Victoria Henriksen
This intermediate hand-building workshop will feature the unique design and construction of slab-built forms along with a variety of surface detail techniques...
$280 Includes GST
3 Day Throwing Clinic
October 10,11 & 12th, 2025
By Popular request, this will be another opportunity to hone your throwing skills. For Beginner and more advanced throwers, this clinic will focus on improving basic skills and resolving specific challenges you may be having.
$300 Includes GST