Labyrinths first appeared as symbols (rock carvings and paintings) in the Neolithic and Bronze Ages. During the Roman Empire, they became more elaborate and were used in floor decorations and as small, finger labyrinths placed on walls. During the medieval period, labyrinths were used as a spiritual tool, sometimes found in churches. In modern times Labyrinths are often used as a tool for meditation and wellbeing.
Participants will choose a Labyrinth design, which will be transcribed into clay using hand building techniques. You will create a functional, relief finger labyrinth, which you can further personalise to your own unique design using various coloured slips. Your Labyrinth will be taken away for firing, where it will also be traditionally finished, before being posted to you. Please note: it may take up to 4 weeks in order to fire each piece twice to make them fully weatherproof before posting.
Chose either a morning or afternoon session which allows time to explore our unique site!
About the workshop
Morning session 10.00am - 12.30pm
Afternoon session 1.00pm - 3.30pm
Create your own piece of useable artwork with guidance from a ceramicist
A functional, relief, clay finger Labyrinth will be posted directly to participants
Set in the unique surroundings of Butser Ancient Farm’s historic buildings
Jonathan Diorio trained as a Fine Arts Ceramicist, specialising in sculptural ceramics and hand building techniques. Diorio Ceramics Clay workshops aim to inspire people by giving them an experience of sculptural ceramics. Jonny Diorio has a vast amount of experience using ceramics educationally and therapeutically across a wide variety of client groups and age ranges, and is excited to bring his skills to Butser this Easter.
Included in your ticket
Entrance to the farm, a morning’s tuition and expertise, and use of all the tools and materials necessary to create an attractive functional, relief, clay finger Labyrinth, which will be fired and posted directly to participants.
WORKSHOP INFO
Please wear sensible clothing and footwear for this workshop. Lunch is not included, although sandwiches (subject to availability), hot and cold drinks, and snacks are sold in our gift shop. You’re also welcome to bring a picnic if you prefer!
This workshop is intended for adults, but suitable for ages 14+. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.