Cartooning on Clay with Laura Williams
Details
Nov 08, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Morning Ceramics Studio, 239 SE 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97214, USA
About the class
Instructor: Laura Williams
In this one-day workshop, Chicago-based artist Laura Williams will guide us through all things cartooning & creative imagery - taking 2D drawings and applying them to the 3D canvas of a ceramic cup. After rolling out slabs and constructing some basic cup shapes, we’ll dive in with guided drawing exercises to get the creative juices flowing, and to develop an artistic vocabulary to take with us through the workshop. Once our ideas are sketched out, students will learn to utilize sgraffito & inlay as techniques on our now ready slab cups, creating a bold base for which we’ll translate our designs onto the clay using colorful underglazes and terra sigillata.
Choose to add festive attachments, expressive handles, or anything else your mind can dream up to round out your imaginative original work of art!
Experience recommended: None!
What to bring: Clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, hand towel, apron, and a notebook & pen.
What's included: All materials & tools for use during the workshop.
What you'll be making: 1-2 illustrated cups/mugs, up to 6” tall/wide.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let us know 7 days before your class/workshop begins. We are unable to offer refunds, transfers, or exchanges within 7 days of the start of a class/workshop for any reason. Any refunds issued are subject to a 5% processing fee.
Accessibility Accommodations
We are committed to making our space accessible and inclusive for all participants.
Studio Access: Our main entrance includes a set of steps. However, an alternative accessible entrance is available upon request.
Transportation of Clay: The average weight of a new bag of clay is 25 pounds. We are prepared to assist if you require assistance with transporting heavier items.
If you require any accessibility accommodations, mentioned above or otherwise, we kindly ask that you notify us prior to the start of class. This allows us to make the necessary arrangements in advance to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for everyone.
For accommodation requests or questions, please contact us at hello@morningceramics.com.
Minimum Age
Participants must be 16 years or older.
