From Clay to Poetry: Experience Pottery Wheel Throwing Demonstration and Hands-On Pinch Pot Making Workshop
Inspired by the timeless works of Massachusetts' esteemed poets like Longfellow, Whitman, Thoreau, and Gibran, this one-hour program intertwines the craft of pottery with their poetic verses. Marvel at the mesmerizing process of throwing on the pottery wheel as Master Potter Rick of Pied Potter Hamelin shares historical connections between Massachusetts potters and these literary greats. But the experience doesn't end there. Dive into the tactile wonder of pottery with our hands-on activities. Pass around a freshly made pot from the potter's wheel, feeling the intricate textures of both dry and wet clay as it gracefully rotates.
Embrace your creative spirit as each participant crafts their own unique pinch pot, a cup fashioned by gently pinching the clay with your thumb and finger. And the best part? Your unfired masterpiece will accompany you home, a tangible reminder of your pottery adventure.