Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting January 14, 2018, 2-5pm

Please join us for our bi-monthly meeting to be held at Down to Earth Pottery Studio in Flagler Beach, located at 805 N. Oceanshore Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL., 32136. The web address is: potteryflaglerbeach.com. When you see this studio, you'll be jealous of the view!

We would like to thank Heather Wales, Owner/Operator of Down to Earth Pottery for her gracious support and for providing the demo to our group as well. Following the brief general meeting, Heather will be demonstrating her technique and steps for smudge firing. It will include her process for making/applying Terra sigilatta and firing (bisqued in advance) several pieces in her outdoor fire pit. 
An example of one of her smudge fired pots will be provided. This is DEMO only, no need to bring bisqued pieces.

Our meeting will kick off with the potluck for the first half hour or so allowing time for sign-in, nametags, raffle tickets, and socializing. Following the potluck, we will have our general meeting. Please bring ideas and suggestions for discussion.

We will also have our Cool Tool raffle for an awesome pottery related item. This raffle is free and always a member favorite.

Our lending library will be available for members to "check out" resources for review and home use between meetings. If you have suggestions for items to be added to the member library, please don't hesitate to make that suggestion.

Consider inviting a friend to the meeting to share in the educational experience and cultivate the love of all things clay.

We look forward to seeing you all at the meeting. Please let us know if you have any ideas for workshops, demos, gallery visits, field trips...anything! We want this organization to meet your needs.

Best Regards,

Cindy Ward
Secretary

Here is an example of Heather's work:

Clay Network General Meeting on Sunday, November 12, 2017 2p-5p

Hello All!

The wait is over and our final meeting of 2017 is fast approaching.  We look forward to seeing you all and sharing in the love of clay. This promises to be a busy gathering as we missed September due to Hurricane Irma. Below you will find information regarding the upcoming meeting. 

Please join us for our bi-monthly meeting to be held at Atlantic Beach Pottery Supply in Jacksonville, FL.  Directions to Atlantic Beach Pottery Supply (@AtlanticBeachPottery) are easily accessed via Google Maps, Waze, and Navigation; apps that can be downloaded to a mobile device. 

We would like to thank Kathy Goldstein, Owner/Operator of Atlantic Beach Pottery Supply, for her ongoing, generous support of our group and for sponsoring the meeting at her place of business on what would normally be her day off!  

Our meeting will kick off with the ever popular gourmet potluck "Meet and Eat" social hour @ 2pm. We'll try to keep it to about a half hour or so. This gives everyone a chance to get settled, grab a bite, and socialize a bit. Please consider bringing a dish and a friend to share!

Kathy Goldstein will be demonstrating the vertical slab roller, as well as various new stamps and tools that will assist the potter with clay embellishment, altering, and decoration.  All demo items will be available for purchase as the warehouse will be open for business especially for Clay Network members that day.  Kathy is a very accomplished potter and business owner with a scope of knowledge that many of us rely on as customers.  We are grateful to her for sharing her expertise with the group. 

We will also have our Cool Tool raffle for an awesome pottery related item.

Our Lending Library will be available for members to "check out" resources for review and home use between meetings.  We would like to collect outstanding items to assess the contents and possibly add new titles.  If there is a resource that you think we should consider, just bring this up at the meeting and we can discuss.  

We will be voting to select the board members for 2018.  The Nominating Committee will present nominees during the general meeting.  If you would like to be considered for a board position, please step up.  We need fresh talent and members who would be willing to assist in moving our group forward.  

Consider inviting a friend to the meeting to share in the educational experience and cultivate the love of all things clay.

Clay Network has enjoyed a wonderful year of education and camaraderie and next year will surely bring more of the same. Please let us know if you have any ideas for workshops, demos, gallery visits, field trips...anything! We want this organization to meet your needs.  We have exciting workshops coming up and look forward to the coming year.  

Best Regards,

Clay Network

Clay Network T-shirt orders being taken now!

Please reply ASAP if you would like to order a T-shirt and want us to add you to this list.  We will need an email address, phone number, size, and color choice.  The shirts will be $20 each.  Payment is not required at time of ordering.  

Sizes:  Small, Medium, Large, XL, XXL 

Color choices: White, grey/charcoal, purple, terracotta, orange

*Please Note: If you would like to tie-dye your Clay Network t-shirt, order white!  The tie-dye party will be at Lisa's house in Neptune Beach.  She has all the supplies and will show you how to make your t-shirt oh so colorful!  The date and time for tie-dyeing TBD by those who wish to participate.  

*contact us to get your order in for a t-shirt*

***Save the DATE*** Clay Network Bi-Monthly General Meeting January 14, 2018 2p-5p

***SAVE THE DATE***
Please "Save the Date" for our first 2018 Clay Network Meeting. The location and meeting details will be provided as soon as we have that information!

The meetings typically allow for a potluck, pottery demonstration, and robust conversation about all things clay! 

Stay tuned and we look forward to seeing you there! (wherever that is!!)

***Clay Network Meeting on Sunday, September 10th is postponed due to Hurricane Irma

****ATTENTION****
The Clay Network Meeting scheduled for this Sunday, September 10, 2017 has been postponed due to the impending Hurricane Irma.
Please stay tuned for the date change.  As soon as we know, you'll know.

Please stay safe and reach out if you are in need.

Best Regards,
Cindy Ward
Secretary

Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting: November 12, 2017 from 2p-5p

SAVE THE DATE!

Please join us for our bi-monthly Clay Network Meeting. The board is still working on the details of this meeting, so stay tuned for the location and specifics regarding this meeting.

As always, the meeting will consist of a potluck (always fantastic!), general meeting, raffle, and usually a demonstration. We may also suggest a Holiday Exchange at either this meeting or the January meeting. Again, stay tuned. 

**If you, as a member, are interesting in hosting our meeting, please message us here on Facebook or email**

Suggestions for topics, demos, roadtrips...anything clay related is welcomed with open arms!!

See you at the meeting,

Cindy Ward
Secretary

Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting, Sunday, September 10, 2017 2p-5p

Please join us for our bi-monthly meeting to be held at Down to Earth Pottery Studio in Flagler Beach, located at 805 N. Oceanshore Blvd, Flagler Beach, FL., 32136. The web address is: potteryflaglerbeach.com. When you see this studio, you'll be jealous of the view!

We would like to thank Heather Wales, Owner/Operator of Down to Earth Pottery for her gracious support and for providing the demo to our group as well. Following the brief general meeting, Heather will be demonstrating her technique and steps for smudge firing. It will include her process for making/applying Terra sigilatta and firing (bisqued in advance) several pieces in her outdoor fire pit. 
An example of one of her smudge fired pots will be provided. This is DEMO only, no need to bring bisqued pieces.

Our meeting will kick off with the potluck for the first half hour or so allowing time for sign-in, nametags, raffle tickets, and socializing. Following the potluck, we will have our general meeting. Please bring ideas and suggestions for discussion.

We will also have our Cool Tool raffle for an awesome pottery related item. This raffle is free and always a member favorite.

Our lending library will be available for members to "check out" resources for review and home use between meetings. If you have suggestions for items to be added to the member library, please don't hesitate to make that suggestion.

Consider inviting a friend to the meeting to share in the educational experience and cultivate the love of all things clay.

We look forward to seeing you all at the meeting. Please let us know if you have any ideas for workshops, demos, gallery visits, field trips...anything! We want this organization to meet your needs.

Best Regards,

Cindy Ward
Secretary


Here is an example of Heather's work:

Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting Sunday, July 9, 2017

Please join us for our bi-monthly meeting to be held at Wild Ginger Pottery Studio following the Pam East Fine Metal Clay Workshop (sponsored by Clay Network). 

We would like to thank Sandy Woolley (Co-VP of Clay Network) for her generous support of our group and for sponsoring the meeting at her studio. 

Directions to Wild Ginger (@WildGingerPotteryStudio) will be provided in a separate email and are easily accessed via Google Maps, Waze, and Navigation. 
Our meeting will kick off with dessert, rather than a full potluck as this meeting dovetails with the Pam East workshop. We'll go directly into the general meeting at this time and then resume the workshop afterwards. 

We will have our Cool Tool raffle for an awesome pottery related item.

Our lending library will be available for members to "check out" resources for review and home use between meetings.

Consider inviting a friend to the meeting to share in the educational experience and cultivate the love of all things clay.

We look forward to seeing you all at the meeting. Please let us know if you have any ideas for workshops, demos, gallery visits, field trips...anything! We want this organization to meet your needs. If you are interested in possibly taking the Pam East workshop message here on the page as there may be a few openings as of this writing.

Best Regards,

Cindy Ward
Secretary

Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting on May 7, 2017

Our meeting on Sunday, May 7, 2017 was a great success.  Members shared a meal, a friendship, and lively clay oriented conversation.  The workshop was conducted by Vina Schemer.  Vina is a very accomplished potter and educator who demonstrated techniques to photograph pieces using smart phones and a DIY lightbox.  Here are some photos highlighting the days activities.  Enjoy!

PS.  Here is a link for one example of making a DIY light box:

http://www.wikihow.com/Create-an-Inexpensive-Photography-Lightbox

 Lisa Woodruff providing direction on assembling the light box.

 Vina at work at the demonstration

 The light box in action

 Smart phones have powerful cameras.  You don't need an expensive camera to have successful photos.

 The potluck is always full of delicious and homemade meals and snacks

 The light box

SALES OPPORTUNITY

SALES OPPORTUNITY:

The Jacksonville Gem and Mineral Society is having a sale on May 20, 2017 from 10-5. They have a building at 3733 Crown Point Rd. The booth rental for a 10x10 space is $30. Typically, the venue consists of gem related work and jewelry, but this year they have decided to open it up to other types of craft/art. If interested, the contact number is 904-553-9675 or email at heatherfbeads@aol.com. Additionally, educational classes there including pmc, polymer clay, gem faceting, and jewelry making. This seems to be a nice opportunity to test the waters....grab a friend and go!

Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting May 7, 2017

Clay Network Bi-Monthly Meeting

May 7, 2017 @ 2pm

Please join us for our bi-monthly meeting to be held at one of our member's home. Directions will be provided in separate email. 

Our meeting will kick off with the potluck "Meet and Eat" social hour @ 2pm. We'll try to keep it at about a half hour or so. This gives everyone a chance to get settled, grab a bite, and socialize a bit. Please consider bringing a dish and a friend to share!

We are fortunate to have so many very talented members within this organization. Vina Schemer fits this bill. She is an accomplished potter and photographer. Vina will demonstrate how to photograph your work using various tools, including the use of a mobile phone, to enhance the quality of your images. A simple, homemade photo booth will also be available for use. Bring a pot or 2 to test out your new found skills.

The general meeting will follow the hands-on workshop.

We will have a raffle for a clay related item or tool....you don't want to miss this!

We'll also have the ever popular "Share-a-Tip" round robin. Bring your favorite tips to share.

We look forward to seeing everyone at the meeting!

Until then.....

@claynetwork

(message the secretary for directions to the meeting)

• Art ⋅ Film

Clay Network Meeting, March 12, 2017

We had a great meeting at the Murray Hills Art Center in Jacksonville.  The workshop was a huge success with everyone busy glazing and experimenting with Mike Lalone's crawl glaze, as well as those provided by Sandy Woolley from her studio.  Here are some photos from the workshop and meeting.

Clay Network Meeting Jan. 8, 2017

Here are a few pictures from our first meeting of the year that was held at Atlantic Pottery Supply! Sandy and Christie demonstrated stamp making using foam, silicon, and found items.  Lots of useful information.  Everyone had a great time!

The next meeting will be held at the Art League of Jacksonville's Murray Hill Art Center. The address is:
4327 Kerle Street
Jacksonville, FL 

We meet March 12th, and we will begin at 2pm.

Patti Moss and several of her instructors will be on hand to provide a brief tour and answer questions, etc.

Our hands-on program will be taken from Mike Lalone's Tips and Tricks workshop. We'll be demonstrating his technique of combining underglazes with his cone 6 texture (crawl). Members are encouraged to bring a cone 6 bisqued piece. We will have small pieces available for those that didn't bring bisque, but want to try it. We'll have underglazes, the ^6 texture glaze and copies of Mike's ^6 glaze recipes available for our members.

Our meetings also include a business meeting, fellowship time, and a potluck meal!    

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