Chains & Pendants in Porcelain with Luca Tripaldi – 6,7 & 8th of February

Porcelain is the most suitable clay for making ceramic jewellery. Fired to high temperature it reaches complete vitrification. Of a pure and peculiar white, it feels pleasant on the skin even unglazed.
In this three-day masterclass, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from internationally renowned ceramic artist Luca Tripaldi, whose work explores the extraordinary possibilities of porcelain in contemporary jewellery.

Masterclass given by the talented famous artist  Luca Tripaldi.

This workshop is scheduled on the 6,7 and 8th of February, from 9:30 am to 17 pm.

For sculptors, ceramicists and creatives.This workshop is given in English.

During this workshop, Luca will introduce you to different techniques for creating porcelain chains and pendants, from thin slabs and extruded coils to more experimental techniques using liquid porcelain. You’ll also explore different ways of shaping and finishing surfaces, creating pieces that can be transformed into unique, wearable objects. Although the focus is on jewellery, many of the techniques taught during the workshop can also be applied to larger ceramic pieces such as vases, sculptural objects and wall panels.

The workshop combines demonstrations with plenty of hands-on practice and individual guidance. It is suitable for beginners; some previous experience with clay is welcome, but not required.

DAY 1:

• Creating flat-link chains from porcelain slabs
• Creating chains from extruded porcelain coils
• Exploring different shapes, links and constructions
• Preparing the pieces for bisque firing
• Bisque firing overnight at 900°C

DAY 2:

• Finishing and refining the fired chains
• Exploring different techniques for shaping porcelain elements
• Creating your own porcelain pendants
• Experimenting with shape, surface and composition
• The pieces created on this day require slow drying before firing.
• They can either be taken home unfired or left at the studio to be fired and collected later.

DAY 3:

The third day introduces a completely different way of working with porcelain: filigree with liquid porcelain.

• Demonstration of creating simple open plaster moulds
• Working with liquid porcelain
• Creating delicate filigree structures and different shapes
• Experimenting with the technique to create your own pieces
• Exploring how these techniques can also be translated into larger ceramics

Included:

• clay, tools & equipment
• water, coffee and tea
• porcelain and materials
• plaster moulds
• firing as described during the workshop

To bring:

• apron
• notebook and pencil
• magnifying glasses with LED light if you need this 😉
• lunch

A detailed list of any additional personal tools or materials will be sent to participants before the workshop.

About

Luca Tripaldi is an Italian ceramic artist specialising in porcelain. Originally trained in graphic design, he spent ten years working as a sculptor in the theatrical world, creating masks and special effects for prestigious Italian opera houses including La Scala di Milano and Arena di Verona.His fascination with ceramics eventually led him to focus on high-temperature firing and porcelain, which became his preferred material for sculptures, decorative objects and contemporary jewellery. His work often combines porcelain with other materials such as brass and resin. Alongside his own artistic practice, Luca has an extensive teaching career and has taught workshops in Italy and internationally. Experimentation and teaching are closely connected in his practice, with a strong focus on making techniques understandable and giving students the confidence to continue exploring them independently.
www.lucatripaldi.com