Unearth Traditions of Working with Local Clay

Unearth Traditions of Working with Local Clay

Explore local clay: learn about ceramics traditions of this area going back 200 years and how to shape Regina's famous "gumbo."

Date and time

Saturday, October 5 · 1 - 4pm CST

Location

The Art Gallery of Regina

2420 Elphinstone Street Regina, SK S4T 7S7 Canada

About this event

Dive into the world of local clay with ceramic artist Karlie King. Inspired by KC Adam's exhibition owîceskoyakinikewak (s/he who shapes mud), connect to the past and the earth by digging your own clay for your project!

An archaeologist will share the little-known history of ceramics in this area, which stretches back 2000 years BP. Learn the secrets of processing clay, including removing rocks, separating calcium from your clay, kneading and adding temper to improve how the clay reacts to heat. Participants in this free workshop will also discover the ceramics traditions of First Peoples of this land, how to season clay pots for cooking and how Glacial Lake Regina created our famous "gumbo."

This unique opportunity to connect with Regina's natural resources is open to adults of all skill levels.

Presented in partnership with the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society.

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