Unleash your creativity and connect with the tactile beauty of clay in this intimate hand-building pottery workshop. You’ll have the chance to create your own personalized mug, vase, bowl, or any other functional pottery piece. The session will begin with a short, guided demonstration on hand-building techniques, followed by time for you to explore and craft your own creation. You’ll learn to shape your piece using pinch, coil, and slab methods, gaining a deeper understanding of form and construction. Wine will be served.
Each participant will be provided with a portion of clay to work with. After the workshop, your piece will be glazed, fired, and ready for pick-up at INNESS approximately six weeks later. Shipping can be coordinated with the Front Desk staff for HOTEL GUESTS ONLY (for a fee). Please allow 7-8 weeks for shipped items to arrive.
More about the Instructor: Alex Meltzer, a skilled ceramic artist from the Hudson Valley, draws inspiration from nature, travel, design, and tradition in her functional and sculptural work. Working with stoneware, Alex blends hand-building and wheel-thrown techniques to craft one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces that are both functional and beautifully unique, meant to be enjoyed every day.
RSVP is required, and cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance for a refund. Please email Marcy at membership@inness.co with questions.
Guests should park in the main lot at the top of the hill near the restaurant. From there, you can either walk down the hill or request a ride from the front desk team inside the glass building. Please allow yourself 10 minutes to make your way down to the Farmhouse.
