Ceramics
Code: C0711-25
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Level I
Students are new to ceramics and have no formal training.
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Level II
Students have a basic understanding of forming techniques, such as throwing and hand building. Students have taken one or two ceramics classes or workshops.
Illuminated: Introduction to Clay 3D Printing and Digital Tools
Jul 14 - 25, 2025
9AM-5PM
Concept
This introductory course to 3D clay printing and digital tools prompts students to investigate the synergy between the handmade arts and technology with the goal of creating a table lamp design. The workshop goes through every step of the process, from preparing clay for successful prints, to designing forms in Rhinoceros 3D, to exploring best practices for operating clay and plastic printers. Students learn different ways of finishing surfaces including airbrush techniques, ultimately completing and wiring a clay printed table lamp that they can take home.
Media & Techniques
3D printing clay, PLA, underglazes. Rhino software, Potterbot software, Potterbot clay printer, spraygun, design, 3D modeling, airbrush techniques, cone 6 oxidation
“At AMACO Brent we believe that creativity should be nurtured and accessible to everyone. That’s why we’re proud to donate materials to support the incredible workshops at Anderson Ranch Arts Center.
Anderson Ranch offers workshops for artists of all ages a chance to explore, experiment, and express themselves through hands-on learning with clay. We’re honored to help provide the tools that make those experiences possible—and excited to see what the participants create!
Here’s to workshops full of inspiration, imagination, and art.”
Faculty
Jolie Ngo
Jolie Ngo is a Vietnamese-American designer based in Santa Barbara, CA. Ngo is revitalizing the metaphoric potential of the vessel form by utilizing clay 3D printing to create bright cyborgian pottery objects that acknowledge early ceramic traditions while smiling towards the future. She received her BFA in Ceramics from Rhode Island School of Design and her MFA in Ceramic art from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University.
Jolie Ngo, Floor Lamp in Fascination
Join Waitlist for Illuminated: Introduction to Clay 3D Printing and Digital Tools
Thank you for your interest in the waitlist. When space in a workshop or program becomes available, registration will open on the website. Everyone on the waitlist will be emailed to alert them of the opening. This ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to register for the workshop or program.
Ceramics
In 1966, American ceramicist Paul Soldner selected the site for what is now Anderson Ranch Arts Center, forming the foundation for a thriving ceramics program. Then and now, Anderson Ranch is a place where students exchange ideas and examine ceramic art and pottery techniques. It has always been a place where seminal moments of growth happen in an artist’s creative and critical thinking. Here, both beginning and emerging artists gain strong fundamental support, while established artists achieve new perspectives and advance their techniques.
The Ranch Ceramics team provides support, feedback and technical problem-solving, giving each artist the freedom to experiment and grow. Our primary focus is on personal advancement through a process of creative discovery.
The Soldner Ceramics Center makes up more than 10,000 square feet in three buildings with 3 studio spaces and 1 kiln yard; Soldner Studio, Long Studio, Sorenson Studio and Lyeth/Lyon Kiln Building. Soldner and Long studios are used for wheel-throwing, hand-building, or general ceramics creativity. Sorenson studio is equipped with five PotterBot 3d clay printers. The Lyeth/Lyon kiln building is equipped with gas, electric, soda and wood kilns for both oxidation and reduction firing at all temperature ranges. The Ranch offers three wood kilns including a gas/wood hybrid kiln, three gas reduction kilns, one soda kiln and eleven high-temperature electric kilns.
Anderson Ranch is happy to extend a tuition discount* in summer one- or two-week adult ceramics workshops** for NCECA members at the student membership level or above. Please email reg@
Workshop Details
Workshop Supplies
For general information about studio access, shipping, and more, please visit our info page.
If you have any questions regarding your supplies for your workshop, please contact Joanne Seongweon Lee, [email protected].
Provided by Anderson Ranch
Equipment
- 3D PLA Printers
- 3D PotterBot 10 Super
- Airbrush
- Apple Mac
- Lenovo Computer
- Lenovo Laptops
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Shared Tables
Supplies
- Epoxy
- PLA Filaments
- Plastic for Covering Works
- Recycled Newspaper
- Shop Glaze
- The clay allowance is 125 pounds for this two-week workshop. Only the clays and glazes chosen for the workshop will be available for use, which are predetermined by the instructor. Please do not bring additional clay from your studio.
- Underglazes
What you need to bring
Required Tools and Supplies
- 1-2 Basic Lighting Kit
- Apron and/or Towel**
- Basic Pottery Tools**
- External Hard Drive or Flash Drive
- Favorite Pottery Tools From Your Home Studio
- Laptop and Computer Mouse
- Respirator/N-99 Dust Mask**
- Sketchbook/Notebook**
- Variety of Brushes**
Optional Tools and Supplies
- Mason Stains. Students are welcome to bring their own.
- Packing Materials**
- T-Shirt for Screen Printing**
- Underglazes. Anderson Ranch will provide a limited amount of underglazes. Students are welcome to bring their own.
* Available for purchase in the studio.
** Available to purchase at the Anderson Ranch ArtWorks Store for 10% off. The store aims to stock comparable items, though specific products from the supply list may vary based on inventory.
Learn more about shipping supplies and artwork to and from the Ranch in the Student Handbook.
Lodging & Meals
Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations.
NEW: Tuition includes a welcome dinner and lunches. In our effort to foster a stronger sense of community and accessibility at Anderson Ranch, we include the welcome dinner and all lunches as part of the tuition for summer workshop students. Our hope is that this adjustment will encourage all students to come together to share meals and engage in meaningful conversations. The Ranch Café Meal Plan, which is included with Room and Board fees, strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. Learn more.
We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.
Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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