Anna Voron Glazing Weekend Workshop

Join us for a comprehensive 2-day workshop dedicated to mastering matte and special effect glazes. Whether you’re facing unpredictable glaze results or eager to elevate your surface design techniques, this workshop will empower you to control glaze outcomes, test efficiently, and create stunning layered effects. Perfect for ceramic artists, studio potters, and hobbyists looking to develop a signature glazing style.

Language: English (with Polish/Russian translations available upon request)

What You'll Learn

• Glaze Chemistry Basics: Understand the components that create matte and special effects.
• Testing Techniques: Learn efficient methods for testing glazes on various clay bodies.
• Layering Strategies: Discover how to predict and achieve desired results when combining glazes.
• Troubleshooting: Tackle common issues in glaze application and explore effective solutions.

Workshop Includes

• Hands-on testing and application sessions
• Comprehensive glazing manuals
• Special discount on AV custom-mixed glazes
• Exclusive access to digital resources and guides

Schedule

Day 1 – Friday 16.05.2025

• 2 Hours: In-depth introduction to glaze chemistry, testing methods, and layering techniques.
• Coffee Break
• 1 Hour (with an option to extend): Hands-on testing session – prepare and document test pieces for firing.

Day 2 – Sunday 18.05.2025

• 3 Hours: Group analysis of fired test results, discussion of findings, troubleshooting, and advanced techniques.
• Photo documentation of the tests.

Materials Provided

• Test tiles in various clay bodies
• A selection of commercial and custom-mixed glazes
• Testing documentation materials
• Reference guides and manuals

Participants will also enjoy a 10% discount on AV custom-mixed glazes and one-month exclusive access to detailed glazing guides.

Prerequisites

A basic understanding of ceramics and firing processes is required. This workshop is best suited for intermediate to advanced potters eager to expand their glazing expertise.