Clay Carving Workshop with Monsoon Pottery Thursday, October 9 6:00-9:00pm

Join Chicago-based Danielle Chutinthranond of Monsoon Pottery for a blue and white clay carving workshop and create two original porcelain plates. Learn the history of blue and white wares and the basics of the modern Mishima technique. Danielle will discuss the power of the traditional Asian symbols and motifs she references in her own work and encourage you to craft your own. We recommend bringing ideas and line drawings you like for reference.

Ticket cost includes:

• One small porcelain plates (to be picked up at Third Season after firing)
• A lesson on the history of blue and white wares and hands-on instruction
  
• Guest have to option to purchase an additional plate to carve during the workshop for $40

Thursday, October 9 6:00-9:00pm

Level
This is an introductory class for beginners, but all skill levels are welcome.

Location
Event will be held in the Third Season Design Studio at 1516 W Carroll Ave. Entrance is on the Justine side of the building under our three greenhouses.

Cancellation Policy
Tickets to this event are non-refundable. Please let us know if you wish to transfer your purchase to another guest if you are unable to attend.

Bio
Danielle Chutinthranond (she/her) is a daughter of Thai immigrant restaurateurs and the artist behind Monsoon Pottery. Her background in food informs her clay practice and she has made a career of creating pottery for enjoying food and tea. Cultural context and firsthand understanding of how to use vessels is paramount to her; form must follow function. She has outfitted many of Chicago’s favorite restaurants such as: Maxwells Trading, Giant, Omakase Room, Boonies, and more.

Danielle enjoys researching the Art History of ceramics and considers Asian Art History a large source of inspiration in her work. She enjoys re-interpreting historical forms, techniques, and finishes for the contemporary home. As a workshop instructor, she hopes to inspire others to create their own rituals and practices that encourage reflection and introspection. Outside of tea and pottery, Danielle enjoys journaling, reading, attending lectures, and visiting museums.

Instagram: @monsoonpottery. Website: www.monsoonpottery.com

Photos by Jack X. Li