CLAY – SUMMER SESSION 4
JUNE 29-JULY 11, 2025 (11 STUDIO DAYS)
Yeonsoo Kim
Exploring Onggi: From Clay to Creation

Join us for an immersive workshop delving into the rich tradition of onggi pottery, which uses a unique method for slab and coil building large pots and forms. Born out of necessity in Korea, onggi pots were and still are used for food fermentation and storage. This session will guide students through the process as they create beautiful pieces that embody both tradition and their own personal touch. Whether you are seeking to connect with your heritage or you are simply eager to learn a new skill, this workshop will offer a unique opportunity to explore the art of onggi from start to finish. Students will practice making jars of various sizes and will fire smaller ones. Stoneware clay, electric firing. All levels. Lower clay studio.

Studio artist; apprenticeships with onggi master in Jeolla-do (Korea) and Gyeongsang-do (Korea); residencies: Archie Bray Foundation (MT), Baltimore Clayworks, Korea Ceramic Foundation, Montana State University, Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Morean Center for Clay (FL); 2020 NCECA Emerging Artist; exhibitions: Smithsonian Craft Show (DC), Lucy Lacoste Gallery (MA). 

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November 15-December 16: Scholarship applications accepted
February 3: Regular enrollment opens