Join artist Ester R Kislin of Various Clay for a hands-on ceramics workshop exploring the delicate intersection of nature and clay. Using guided hand-building techniques—including pressing, molding, and burnout casting—students will create lasting botanical sculptures inspired by live flora.
This immersive two-hour course includes:
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Step-by-step instruction and creative guidance
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Live still life arrangements and plant cuttings to work from
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All tools and materials needed for porcelain construction
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A selection of plants available for experimentation
Participants are encouraged to bring their own plant cuttings to personalize the dipping process and final piece.
About the Instructor:
Ester R Kislin is an artist based on the North Fork, with a primary focus on ceramics. Her work spans sculpture, painting, and tableware, all deeply inspired by the natural world. Ester studied ceramics internationally in Italy, Japan, and Holland, and holds a degree from the Rhode Island School of Design. She continued her ceramics studies post-graduation as a resident at Hunter College, and has worked extensively in New York City as a studio artist, consultant, and co-founder of a collaborative gallery and retail space.
WHERE: 622 Broadway, #202, Brooklyn NY 11206
WHEN: Saturday June 21 1-3 pm
