Small Teapots: Shapes and Functions / Petites théières : formes et fonctions

Course info

Schedule:: Saturday, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Date:: July 4 to August 22, 2026
Registration:: May 20, 2026
Code:: E26-C08-6M
Age group:: Adults
Price:: $315 (+$75 materials)
Number of classes:: 8
Location:: In person
Experience level:: Has prerequisites
Semester:: Summer
Teacher:: Olivier Charbonneau
Category:: Ceramics
Total capacity:: 12 students (12 spots remaining)
Number of spots available for registration:: 12

About the course

In this course, you will learn to design and make a small ceramic teapot, inspired by Japanese (kyusu) and Chinese (gongfu) teapot designs. We will cover shaping techniques, assembling the spout, lid, and handle, as well as integrating a ceramic filter. Particular attention will be paid to balance, ergonomics, and pouring quality. You will also explore the concepts of volume, and proportions specific to teapots.

This course is for intermediate to advanced students and is intended for those wishing to create pieces that are both functional and artistic.

Open studio
Tuesday 1:30-4:30pm
Thursday 1:30-4:30pm
Friday 5-8pm