Laguna Woods Potters and Sculptors Club

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Club Information

Below you will find a treasure trove of information pertaining to our club. If you can’t find something your looking for drop by the studio and ask one of our friendly and knowledgeable supervisors for assistance.

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Featured Club Members & Demos

Potters and Sculptors John Sapienza Demo

John Sapienza is an excellent potter with a distinctive style perfected over many years at the wheel. This is an excellent demo demonstrating his techniques.

Potters and Sculptors John Sapienza Demo

John Sapienza is an excellent potter with a distinctive style ...

Potters and Sculptors RobinAscher Demo

Video of ceramic artist Robin Ascher demonstrating creating reusable ...

Potters and Sculptors Jeff Picou Demonstration

Interesting demonstration from ceramic artist Jeff Picou

Potters and Sculptors Demo - Using and Creating Decals

A demonstration video by Barbette Curran and Faye Amirpour on using ...

Potters and Sculptors demonstration by Carrie Eckert.

An excellent demonstration by ceramic artist Carrie Eckert. Decorating ...

Potters and Sculptors GarrettStryker Demo Part1

Part 1 of the Potters & Sculptors demonstration by teacher and ...

From demo artists, to lectures, classes and more, there is always something new to learn at the Potters and Sculptors studio. Make new friends, learning new techniques, but most of all have fun. Join the Potters and Sculptors Club today.

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Featured Artist for October – Okja Shin

By Rosemary Schalek This month, we are featuring the artwork of Potters and Sculptors Club member, Okja Shin. … Read More

Jeff Picou Demonstration

Potter Jeff Picou’s demonstration given to the Laguna Woods Potters & Sculptors Club … Read More

Patrick Shia Crabb

I have pursued several major paths of discovery over the past 35+ years in ceramics. The “shard vessels” (pots) reflects … Read More

Carrie Eckert: A Multifaceted Artist with Unbounded Passion

Dive into the artistic journey of Carrie Eckert, a multifaceted artist who seamlessly transitions from the elegance of ballet to … Read More

Featured Artist – Vivian Basing

VIVIAN BASING Would anyone in Potters and Sculptors not recognize the lilting South African accent and the beautiful Shino and … Read More

BOBBY FREE Brought It ALL to Us at His Recent Demo!

The Potters and Sculptors Club hosted artist, Bobby Free, who discussed his lifetime of experiences that he crammed into his … Read More

Marilyn de Leo Pollock

Our featured artist is Marilyn de Leo Pollock. Marilyn is a native Californian, she lived in Los Angeles, New York and … Read More

Pat Chaput Demo

Video demonstration by the President of the Laguna Woods Village Potters & Sculptors Club, Pat Chaput, on the technique of … Read More

Introducing JOHN DOYLE, Potters and Sculptors Club Honoree

By Rosemary Schalek John was born in Pittsburgh into a large family. From an early age, he displayed artistic … Read More

Richard Moren

The Potters and Sculptors Club is very pleased to have artist, Richard Moren, provide a demonstration for our Laguna Woods residents … Read More

Titia Estes Demonstration

In case you missed it, Tita Estes came to the Potters and Sculptors Club on May 13 and did … Read More

Featured Artist: Jae Ryuwp

This very talented man was born in Korea and was raised in South Korea. Lacking the money for college, Jae … Read More

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Member Submitted Articles

Browse through some of our member submitted articles and lessons. Many of our club members artists are retired art teachers or professional artists and crafts people.

Sculpting Facial Expressions in Clay

Sculpting facial expressions in clay is like painting with your hands. Every stroke and indentation is a step towards capturing the emotion you want to convey. It’s a delightful process … Read More

Tips, Tricks & Techniques

How to Make Great Slump-Molded Plates with A Cheap Craft Store Tool Taken from an excerpt of an article appearing in the February 2015 issue of Ceramics Monthly by Nancy … Read More

Demo Artist: Jon Ginnity

This talented energetic young man brought his best game to the Ceramics Studio as our demo artist in February. A BFA in Ceramics from Fullerton, followed by an MFA in … Read More

The Health Benefits of Pottery and Ceramics for Seniors

Engaging in pottery and ceramics offers seniors a unique blend of mental, physical, and emotional health benefits. This creative pastime not only provides a sense of accomplishment but also serves … Read More

Perfecting Centering: Tips & Tricks

Centering is the key to a balanced life. But let’s face it, we all struggle with it! Here are some tips & tricks to perfect your centering game … Read More

Sculpting Whimsical Ceramic Creatures

Creating whimsical ceramic creatures is a delightful and satisfying experience. With clay as your medium, you can let your imagination run wild as you sculpt creatures that range from the … Read More

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Thank you for spending time exploring the Potters and Sculptors Club website. We hope that you found our articles and resources both informative and inspiring. Our community is built on a foundation of creativity, collaboration, and a shared passion for the ceramic and sculptural arts, and we are thrilled to have had the opportunity to share that with you. As you continue on your artistic journey, we encourage you to revisit our website for new articles and insights that can help you grow as an artist.