BIZENWARE WORKSHOP WITH KAZUYA ISHIDA

Kazuya Ishida was born into a family of potters in Bizen Japan. He uses Noborigama and Anagama kilns to make contemporary ceramic forms. He trained with Jun lsezaki for four years, followed by time spent in the UK learning different styles of pottery, before he established his own studio in Bizen.
In using limited materials (specifically, natural clay and natural ash glazes) in line with the Bizen tradition, he explores the rhythms and patterns of nature. Visit kazuyaishida.com

Workshop dates: 3-14 Jan, 2024

COURSE SCHEDULE
- DAY 1: 3rd Jan – Arrival and introduction
- DAY 2 – DAY 4: 4th Jan to 6th Jan – Understanding Bizenware and preparing works under Kazuya’s guidance
- DAY 5: 7th Jan – Loading kiln and start kiln firing
- DAY 6: 8th Jan – Kiln firing
- DAY 7 – DAY 10: 9th Jan to 12th Jan – Kiln cooling and optional tour to nearby tourist spots with Kazuya
- DAY 11: 13th Jan – Unloading kiln and ending remarks
- DAY 12: 14th Jan – Departure

WORKSHOP FEES:
85,000 INR + 18°/o GST Inclusive of materials, training, shared accommodation, and food
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ACCOMMODATION:
AC shared rooms will be provided in the studio or within a 5 km radius, based on availability. Wi-fi is free. It has moderate speed – best possible in Wighawali village conditions.

FOOD AND SNACKS:
Breakfast with tea/coffee will be served by 10 am
Lunch at 1pm to 2pm
Tea/Coffee at 4pm
Light Snacks at 6pm
Dinner at 8pm to 9pm

Participants are expected to have a reasonable command of wheel throwing and hand-building techniques.

In rotation, groups of 3 participants will assist during the long firing. Participants must be ready for a good deal of hard work and be in reasonably good physical condition.