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Brooks Studio Exhibition

Spring Fare

Clay Festival 2013

 CLAY FESTIVAL – 2013

Sat/Sun 2/3 March

Please remember that this event is only held every two years – so don’t miss out on –

 Attending workshops presented by well known ceramists covering a wide variety of techniques;

           Visiting the exciting new addition to Clay Festival - Ceramics in Action - where you will be able to watch seven well known artists working on their own projects over the two day period by purchasing a 2-day pass;

  Admiring the foyer upon entering the venue which will be decorated by Digby Hoets;

                    Visiting the Trade Hall with leading suppliers on site with new stocks, books, giving lots of advice, demonstrations and a friendly chat;

        Watching demonstrations of wheelwork and an ongoing sculpture building exercise as well as demonstrations of various techniques by member Teaching Studios in the Trade Hall;

   Visiting the Ceramics Southern Africa stand which will be situated in the front of the Trade Hall selling old and new books, magazines and promotional items. Friendly representatives will be available with lots of information, advice and goodwill. Ceramics SA Fellows will also be doing duty on the stand;

    Buying a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize donated by the three visiting Cape ceramists - Madoda Fani, Lisa Firer and Charmaine Haines and one from Digby Hoets of Gauteng;

    Enjoying a delicious array of homemade goodies, salads, soups and refreshments again being offered by Flavours Deli & Bistro in the café area in the Trade Hall where they will also be selling their superb bottled products;

AND

last but not least

using the motivation from Clay Festival 2013

to inspire your pieces for the upcoming Regional Exhibition

at MuseuMAfricA Newtown from 14 to 28 April 2013

Booking forms available from the Secretary – 011 791 5153  ceramicssa@icon.co.za

SEE YOU THERE!!

Invitation to Ceramic Factory

Dear Ceramics SA Gauteng members

The Ceramic Factory Team are looking forward to show you around (or welcoming you) this Saturday any time between 11h00 till 16h00. We are currently busy polishing and painting the factory to ensure a glorious event.

You also more than welcome to bring someone with you, just let us know so we can ensure there's enough food and drinks for everyone.

Please RSVP

Please find a map to the factory below.

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Kind Regards
The Ceramic Factory Team - em: rial@ceramicfactory.co.za

For Sale

6 cu.ft PSMO kiln ( single or 3 phase ) with controls, shelves and props. R7,000

Dabeb wheel - R2,000

Slab Roller (table top, with table) – R1,000

Kiln bricks – R8.00 each.

Various raw materials, e.g. silica, Frit 510, Nepheline syanite, Cornish stone etc.

Potter’s Mate – for turning off all shapes and sizes.

Steel frame work tables - 1.7 m X 60 cm. Height 93 cm. - R300 each

Contact: Jerice Doeg at jerice@informsa.co.za or 012 460 6516 (home); 082 683 5680 (cell).

Pottery with Anthony Shapiro at 'The Clay Pot'

Renowned ceramic designer/ maker, Anthony Shapiro is running classes at The Clay Pot, 374 Louis Botha Ave, Maryvale, on:
Tuesday Mornings from 9 to 12
Tuesday and Thursday Evenings from 6 to 9
Saturday Afternoons from 2 to 5
R750.00 per month includes clay, firing and basic glazes

For further information or booking contact Anthony on O82 853 0988
or antshap@worldonline.co.za

Studio Facilities Cape Town

One Roof Studio is a creative space for artistic types. We offer an exciting shared studio environment for artists of all disciplines.

You get ample personal desk space plus access to huge shared tables to work on. Our facilities include: dedicated shelves, kitchenette and kiln (firing cost applies). Located in the Biscuit Mill complex in Woodstock, there is 24 hour access and security, plus free parking after 1830. In addition we hold a monthly Open Studio Event, where we invite the public into the studio, and our artists can sell commission free.

For more information see www.oneroof.co.za or call Alex on 072 721 6446 to arrange to see the studio.