Pottery Perfection | Throwing: Shaping and Decoration (Wednesday Class)

Welcome to the enchanting world of pottery, where every piece holds a story of age-old traditions and creative flair. Explore how decorations bring both beauty and practicality to pottery, transforming each creation into a unique and cherished work of art.  

In ancient times, artisans meticulously handcrafted pottery, paddling it with clay to enhance its density and durability. This technique not only left behind intricate patterns and rope marks that transformed each piece into a visual masterpiece, it also provided a textured surface for a secure grip.   

Come experience how the magic of decorating pottery continues to thrive. Use everyday objects as tools of creativity, pressing into the clay to unveil distinctive and mesmerising patterns.   

Students are required to bring their aprons to class.  

Discover the timeless craft of pottery decorating — register now!  

Tutor 

Wallace Yiu

Wallace graduated from the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) programme co-presented by Hong Kong Art School and RMIT University, majoring in ceramics. He was awarded the Best Work Prize at the Hong Kong Art School Advanced Diploma Graduation Exhibition. In 2016, he held his first solo ceramics exhibition, The Boy and the Mountain, and has participated in numerous local and international group exhibitions – including the 20th Anniversary Exhibition of the Contemporary Ceramic Society (HK) 1+1 in 2013, KOHLER Bold. Art 2017 Art Tour Exhibition, Fine Art Asia 2018, and more. His works embody the elements and qualities of nature, often using discarded clay and giving it new life through his creations.