Bento Box Handbuilding
Work by Leanne Gan
Explore the fundamentals of handbuilding in this beginner-friendly Bento Box–inspired class. Participants will create their own multi-compartment ceramic container—shaping the form, number, and layout of compartments to suit their own style, whether it's meant to hold food, trinkets, jewelry, art supplies, or whatever they envision.
This one-off class offers a hands-on experience combining clay and craft, creating a thoughtful and immersive connection between the object and its use.
The class will begin with a 20-minute instructor demonstration introducing slab-building and foundational handbuilding techniques used to form the base and sides of the piece. From there, participants will have time to explore the process and build their own container with guidance throughout. Participants will also have the option to request a customized hand-drawn design or phrase from the studio to personalize their work.
This class is ideal for beginners but welcomes participants of all levels. Those new to clay will receive clear, step-by-step guidance, while more experienced potters are encouraged to refine their skills and experiment with form and design. One finished piece is included and will be glazed and fired by the studio. Finished work will be ready for pickup in 4 weeks.
Class Details
Duration: 2.5 hours
Cost: $95
Class Size: Maximum of 12 students
What’s Included: Light snacks, all materials, clay, and communal tools
Firing: One piece included; additional pieces may be kept and fired for an extra fee $15
Pickup: Finished work will be ready for pickup in 4 weeks
Enrollment: Pre-registration required. For questions, please contact info@sloslostudio.com
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