Beginner Wheel Class with Willow

Your instructor will help you choose the best finished pieces to safely kiln fire. Clay will be kiln fired and ready to pick up in approx 2-3 weeks.  You may choose to paint your fired creations for an additional $8 per person (payable upon return to paint). This workshop will take place at our 6850 Central Avenue location.

About Willow:
Willow (they/them) is a queer multimedia artist from New York who migrated south in search of the sun, and was drawn in by st pete’s art scene. their development as an artist has included painting, photography, drawing, fiber arts, body art, and jewelry making.They had always been drawn to clay, and are now obsessed with the world of ceramics. Their creations are predominantly functional forms, as they enjoy bringing color and joy to everyday activities. Willow can often be found in the studio throwing on the wheel and experimenting with different glazing and firing techniques, their favorite being cone 10 soda/salt. They enjoy organizing and participating in art events and selling and trading their wares. They are committed to contributing to the community by redistributing a portion of their profits. they are the founder of the first college chapter of Artists for Impact at Eckerd College, where they received a degree in environmental studies and french. Since graduating, they founded and direct the St Petersburg chapter of Artists for Impact which held a pride month event on june 2 at Coastal Creative.  willowfaithart.com