Color &Texture Process Workshop at my Massachusetts Studio: December 4-6, 2026

Lisa Orr in a colorful apron making a mug

Lisa Orr's colorful teapot on a gray backdrop

Lisa Orr's salt centerpiece on a gray backdrop

In this workshop, Lisa will demonstrate how to create unique artworks using bisque molds both on the wheel and handbuilt on the table. No prior experience required! Participants will start by using Lisa’s molds to form and decorate before making some of their own, either on the wheel or by handbuilding. We will be working in lowfire white (cone 04), but these processes translate to any temperature clay.

The class will be introduced to low relief texture sprigging, slip-trailing and color layering techniques. Lisa will show how to create original, detailed, low-relief designs using "oil-clay" or plasticene modeling clay (available at any hobby store) to be molded in scrap clay for easy replication, to be applied to leather hard artworks in progress. Additionally she will demonstrate how to make trailing slip for drawing directly on a damp clay surface. Decoration can be whimsical or structured to create a narrative.

Lastly, we will discuss how jeweltone color richness is achieved by laying engobes, slips, and translucent alkaline glazes. Lisa’s works are low-fired in an electric kiln but these processes and ideas translate to any temperature. A recipe sheet will be included!

LOCATION: Lisa Orr Pottery Studio in Northborough, MA

ARRIVAL: 10am Friday December 4, 2026

DEPARTURE: 12:30pm Sunday December 6, 2026

WHAT TO BRING:

Throwing and trimming tools
Sketchbook and photos of any object they like for any reason.
Fine sculpting tools
Pony roller
Small Tupperware to hold sprigs
2 Expired credit/ID cards

FOOD: Snacks and beverages will be provided. Please bring your own lunch, or stop by the deli at the nearby farmer's market!
PRICE: $350

Full refund up to one week prior to the start of the event.