The basics One-day workshop Sunday, November 1, 2026. 9am-about 4pm 90 minute lunchbreak on your own. Participants should have some prior handbuilding experience. Capped at 6 participants. Description In this workshop the student will learn about hand building a Tequila Set. In the morning I will demo different ways of finishing the surface of the piece by using stencils and layering underglaze colors on the clay to create a dynamic surface. The morning is about creating an interesting surface design. The afternoon, I guide everyone through the process of constructing the pieces. We will discuss size and proportion in the class to ensure that their pieces work as a whole unit. At the end of the workshop, the student will have a finished piece and the skills and hopefully the inspiration to continue making more art. This workshop is designed for anyone with a working knowledge of the basic techniques of creating a hand-built piece. Skill requirements: This workshop is designed for anyone with a working knowledge of the basic techniques of creating a hand-built piece without step-by-step instructions. It is not appropriate for those without some prior ceramics experience. About the instructor: Stephen Palmer, long-time instructor at studios around the area. Stephen is known for his hand-built pieces, including teapots, small sculptures, and forms that lie somewhere in between. Most of all, he is known for creating pots with a lot of character and attention to detail. His work in influenced by the stuff of childhood and Jules Verne. Learn more about Stephen at his website . We’re looking forward to having him at the studio! What’s it cost? What’s the fee include? Participation is $150 per student. (Members of the studio receive a discount. Make sure you’re logged in when you sign up in order to receive it.) The fee includes instruction, materials, and use of tools. For participants who are NOT members of the studio: the fee includes bisque firing. Glaze firing available for additional fee by arrangement with the studio. For members: Fee includes bisque and glaze firing. Where? The studio’s address is 200 W 12th St., Waynesboro VA 22980. The studio is part of a larger complex at The Mill at South River. Students will be provided with specific directions (including code for the gate, which you need on a Sunday) before the first class. About the studio: Make Waynesboro Clay Studio is operated by Jake Johnson Ceramics LLC.