Surface Decoration and Glazing

Denny Howard, who has been making pots for over 20 years, has evolved a style of decoration which incorporates the use of brush work, wax resist and glaze inlays. He will demonstrate how he prepares his bisque ware , how he applies the glaze, and how he applies his brushwork. He will discuss various types of brushes, including the sumi, hake, and fan. Denny will share his stain recipes and give tips on how to care for your favorite brushes. You will be given a hands on opportunity to use various brushes and to practice the diverse brush strokes. We will be practicing on paper so there is no need to bring bisque pots. To encourage all workshop participants to practice what they have learned, each person will be given two brushes to take home with them.  

The workshop will be followed by dinner/Annual Meeting for 2008 members only, at the Peking Palace Chinese Restaurant in Falmouth.