2026.10 Beyond Round: The Altered Teapot with Kevin Corotis Oct 17th at 9am

  • Details

  • 10/17/26
  • 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • $75
  • All Ages

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  • Art

Event Description

Join Visiting Artist Kevin Corotis for an immersive, one-day workshop exploring the possibilities of combining wheel throwing and handbuilding to create a sculptural altered square teapot. Previous wheel-throwing experience is required. Students should be comfortable centering and throwing independently. Students will move between the wheel and table throughout the workshop, learning how to transform a simple wheel-thrown form into something unexpected. Beginning with wheel-thrown components, participants will alter, cut, and reshape their forms before incorporating handbuilt slab elements to create a distinctive square teapot. Kevin will demonstrate techniques for creating the teapot body, spout, and handle, including making spouts and handles on the wheel. Students will learn how individual components can be manipulated and assembled to create a cohesive form that balances structure with a more intuitive, sculptural approach. Drawing from Kevin’s own sculptural practice, the workshop encourages students to experiment with shape, movement, and construction. His work explores how simple forms can be broken apart and reassembled into complex, expressive structures—an approach that invites students to look at the wheel as a starting point. In This Workshop participants will be invited to: -Create an altered square teapot -Combine wheel throwing and slab building -Alter and reshape wheel-thrown forms -Create a teapot spout and lid on the wheel -Learn techniques for assembling and refining multiple components -Explore sculptural approaches to functional pottery -Experiment with form, structure, and surface The workshop includes: -4.5 hours of hands-on instruction with ceramic artist/Instructor Kevin Corotis -Live demonstrations covering wheel throwing, trimming, slab making techniques, and assemblage -Individual guidance and feedback throughout the workshop. -Use of ICCGS studio wheels, tools, and equipment during the workshop. What's not included: -Clay: Participants are welcome to use any clay body of their choice, allowing you to work with the clay you're most comfortable using. Clay is not included in the workshop fee and should be purchased through the ICCGS Store prior to the workshop. If you need assistance selecting a low-fire clay body or have questions about firing options, ICCGS staff will be happy to help before the workshop. -Firing: Firing costs are not included in the workshop fee. After the workshop, participants may have their work fired at ICCGS according to our current firing fee schedule or take their work home to be fired at another studio. -If you need assistance selecting a low-fire clay body or have questions about firing options, ICCGS staff will be happy to help before the workshop. Artist Bio: Kevin Corotis is an artist living in Oak Park, Illinois. Kevin creates wheel thrown and altered sculptures and functional work. His work is inspired by complex forms and meaningful word phrases. His work has been exhibited in various cities across the Midwest and abroad. Kevin often creates work inspired by the structures and art found in city environments. His work is permanently displayed in several universities including Miami University (OH) and Northeastern Illinois University. He has recently exhibited in other art shows including “Shapes of Influence” at the Springfield Illinois Art Association and Bridgeport Art Center in Chicago. He received his education in ceramics from Miami University in Ohio. He currently works out of Terra Incognito Studios. Date: October 17th, 2026 Time: 9am-2pm, with a lunch break from 11:30-12 (lunch not included) Cost: $75/person Previous wheel throwing experience required. All classes are for Ages 18+. ICCGS is located on the first floor of the Cherry Building. Parking can be found on 10th or 11th Ave lots. Class Registration does not include clay, glass, or firing purchases. Clay prices range from $19-24 per 25lbs. Glaze Firing costs include glaze material and are $0.01-$0.04 per cubic inch. Glass prices range $14-$30+ per COE-96 12”x12” sheet. Glass Firings are rated per firing type and are $0.05-$0.07 per square inch. Pre-registration required

Registration

Please register at https://dd0000000cfsbeam.my.salesforce-sites.com/events/CnP_PaaS__ticketdetails?mode=site&sid=a3P6T000001jF6uUAE&cat_id=a2N6T000005i70IUAQ&pro_id=01tUO00000FRfODYA1 by October 17, 2026

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