September 21st & 28th, 2024
1p - 3p Eastern/10a - 12p Pacific
Four hour workshop in two, 2-hour sessions
Join me for an engaging pottery workshop where we'll delve into the delightful process of
creating ceramic tea infusers with personality. I'm Jennifer “Fuj” Fujimoto, a professional artist
and designer known for my whimsical ceramic art and functional decor inspired by Japanese
folk art. It's an honor to share my knowledge and skills with you.
During this workshop, I'll guide you through each step of crafting a ceramic tea infuser, from
initial design considerations and measurements to throwing, trimming, and decorating
techniques. You'll witness firsthand how I transform clay into a charming companion, perfect for
adding personality to your tea brewing and drinking experience.
Throughout the sessions, I'll share insights into my techniques and offer tips and tricks to
achieve unique designs that reflect your unique style and creativity. Whether you are a novice
curious about new forms and methods or an enthusiast looking to expand your knowledge, this
demonstration is designed to nurture creativity and allow for individual expression.
By the end of our time together, I hope you'll have gained a deep understanding of the
consideration and ingenuity behind my work and be inspired to make your own fun and
functional tea friend!
Resources & Materials List
Throwing
• Clay (I’m using Idaho Buff SM ^6 from Clay Art Center)
• Water bucket
• Sponge
• Your favorite throwing rib (mine is the Xiem Firm Silicone Rib 5)
• Wooden Knife
• Needle Tool
• Wire ( I like the Mud Tools Short Orange Mudwire)
• Takeout Chopsticks and marker or tape to make DIY measuring tools
• Lid Master Calipers for determining initial diameters or if you want to be more exact than
me 😉
Trimming
• Your favorite trimming tool (I’m using the Kemper Pro-Line PT511 Trim Tool)
• Metal Rib
• Soft Red Rib
• X-Acto Knife
• Drill Bit or other hole-making implement (I use a 3/16” drill bit)
Decorating
• Copy paper
• Cutting implements - I have an older model Cricut Explore that I use for detailed cuts but
scissors or an X-Acto knife are great
• Brushes
- My favorite brushes for underglaze are the Princeton velvetouch™ line.
- Mini-Liner 20/0 for eye lines, lashes, super-fine details
- Mini-Round or spotters for open eyes, mouths
- Script Liner for straight lines and banding, also the Aqua Elite Rigger
• Underglaze
Glazing
• Wax
• Clear Glaze
• Colored Glaze for “hair” (or you can use underglaze)