About this Event
🍨🏺 Wheel-Thrown Ice Cream Bowls + Ice Cream Social
đź“… Week 1: Friday, May 22nd | đź•“ 5pm - 9pm
đź“… Week 2: Friday, May 29th | đź•“ 6pm - 7pm
đź“Ť Utility Works Ceramic Studio
Make it, glaze it, then celebrate with ice cream! 🍦
In this two-part ceramics experience, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing while creating your own set of handmade ice cream bowls—then come back the following week to enjoy them in the sweetest way possible.
Week One:
Get hands-on at the pottery wheel as you’re guided through forming and shaping your own bowls. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to get back into clay, this session focuses on foundational throwing techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Your pieces will then be trimmed, glazed, and fired by the studio.
Week Two:
Return to pick up your finished bowls and celebrate at a community ice cream social! Test out your handmade creations with a scoop (or two), connect with fellow participants, and enjoy the simple joy of using something you made yourself.
✨ What to Expect:
- Beginner-friendly instruction on the pottery wheel
- All materials, firing, and glazing included
- Your own handmade set of ice cream bowls
- A fun and delicious ice cream social at pickup
No prior experience needed—just come ready to get a little messy and have a lot of fun.
Ages:
Recommended for ages 10+, with anyone age 10-13 welcome with an accompanying adult to supervise 1-on-1 for the duration of the class.
Parking:
- Street Parking is Metered
- The Highland avenue parking lot behind Dunkin Doughnuts is also available for parking, if there is not closer street parking.
About the Artist:
LEE is a mixed-media ceramic and fibers artist with focuse on the natural practices of sculpting using color, repetition, and patterning. Lee was born and raised in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, and found his home as a 2019 Graduate of the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. He has dedicated his time to education that focuses on community engagement in hopes to encourage the creative mind.
LEE is the Studio Coordinator at Utility Works. Over the past year he has developed the studio into a community space for local artists. He continues his efforts of dedicated creative growth with the partnership of the Lansdowne community and the LEDC.
Accessibility:
Please note that this workshop takes place in the Utility Works basement, which is only accessible via stairs. The class requires participants to be able to sit and/or stand for at least three hours and use their hands for two hours. You must be able to lift 25lbs. There are two gender-neutral bathrooms available for students, including one that is ADA accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please contact us in advance so we can discuss potential accommodations.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Utility Works, 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 65.87
