{"id":21810,"date":"2025-11-19T10:06:51","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T10:06:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/handson.pt\/?post_type=listing&p=21810"},"modified":"2025-11-24T20:26:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T20:26:42","slug":"woven-porcelain-workshop-in-coimbra","status":"publish","type":"listing","link":"https:\/\/handson.pt\/pt\/workshop\/woven-porcelain-workshop-in-coimbra\/","title":{"rendered":"Workshop de Porcelana Tecida em Coimbra | Aprende com Stela Ivanova"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Discover innovative <\/b>ceramic techniques in this woven porcelain workshop in Coimbra with pioneering artist Stela Ivanova. Learn to create delicate clay structures resembling lace or woven textiles through meticulous porcelain coil placement<\/b> that transforms into organic, fluid forms during kiln firing.<\/p>\n

This intensive five-and-a-half-hour porcelain workshop teaches Stela Ivanova’s personal methodology for creating lace-like ceramic patterns<\/strong> where countless small porcelain coils are arranged in intricate designs. Through controlled structural collapse during high-temperature firing, rigid greenware transforms into unique sculptural pieces with signature organic beauty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n


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What You’ll Learn in This Woven Porcelain Workshop<\/h2>\n

This ceramic workshop in Coimbra teaches Stela Ivanova’s innovative technique<\/strong> for creating textile-inspired porcelain:<\/p>\n

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  • Proper porcelain clay preparation and coil rolling for consistent small diameter elements


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  • Stela Ivanova’s signature placement methodology creating lace-like patterns


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  • Weave pattern development exploring different visual textures


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  • Understanding how coil thickness and length affect structural behavior


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  • Complete screen composition balancing aesthetics with engineering


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  • Critical support system construction<\/strong> for controlled collapse during firing


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  • How greenware construction predetermines fired results


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    Learn how varying coil dimensions and arrangements create delicate woven screens or complete textile-like surfaces in porcelain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n


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    What’s Included in Your Porcelain Workshop<\/h2>\n

    This woven porcelain workshop in Coimbra provides complete materials and expert instruction<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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    • Stela Ivanova’s personal woven porcelain technique instruction


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    • All porcelain clay and support materials provided


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    • Theoretical explanation and process demonstration


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    • Intensive hands-on creation of woven lace-like patterns


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    • Support system construction for controlled collapse firing


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    • Maximum 10 participants ensuring personalized attention


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      Create one or multiple complete woven screens during the intensive session, experimenting with different coil dimensions and arrangement strategies.<\/p>\n


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      Workshop Structure and Process<\/h2>\n

      This ceramic workshop follows a comprehensive learning approach<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

      Theoretical Foundation:<\/strong> Begin with explanation and process demonstration showing how the technique works from construction through firing transformation.<\/p>\n

      Hands-On Practice:<\/strong> Focus on creating varied weaves and patterns. Experiment with different coil dimensions and placement strategies to develop your lace-like porcelain designs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      Support System Construction:<\/strong> Learn the crucial scaffolding that determines how porcelain layers will collapse correctly during firing. This technical foundation<\/strong> enables the distinctive aesthetic results.<\/p>\n

      Understanding Transformation:<\/strong> Grasp how meticulous construction combined with engineered collapse produces unique sculptural pieces<\/strong> through intentional structural failure during high-temperature firing.<\/p>\n

      Firing is optional and paid separately, allowing flexibility for completing work independently or seeing greenware results before committing to firing costs.<\/p>\n


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      Perfect for Ceramic Artists<\/h2>\n

      This session welcomes:<\/p>\n

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      • Ceramic artists<\/strong> seeking innovative techniques


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      • Sculptural craftspeople<\/strong> interested in organic forms through controlled collapse


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      • Those drawn to textile-inspired ceramics<\/strong> and delicate work


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      • Artists wanting to learn pioneering methodology<\/strong> from Stela Ivanova


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      • Craftspeople interested in high-fire transformation processes


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      • Anyone fascinated by lace-like porcelain structures


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        This technically demanding process<\/strong> requires precision and understanding, with instruction ensuring you grasp fundamentals.<\/p>\n


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        What to Bring<\/h2>\n

        For this intensive porcelain workshop:<\/p>\n

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        • Apron protecting clothing from porcelain residue


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        • Mask preventing clay dust inhalation during extended hands-on work


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        • Notebook if you want to document techniques (optional)


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          All materials including porcelain clay and support materials are provided.<\/p>\n


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          Why Choose This Woven Porcelain Workshop in Coimbra<\/h2>\n

          Learn from the Innovator:<\/strong> Study directly with Stela Ivanova, who pioneered this woven porcelain technique<\/strong>. Learn the methodology from the artist who developed it, understanding both technical execution and conceptual approach.<\/p>\n

          Innovative Ceramic Method:<\/strong> Master a specialized technique<\/strong> creating organic forms through controlled collapse. This approach produces unique sculptural beauty<\/strong> impossible through conventional ceramic construction.<\/p>\n

          Comprehensive Understanding:<\/strong> Grasp not just how to make coils but why placement matters, how supports function, and how greenware construction predetermines fired results<\/strong>. This knowledge enables intentional creative control.<\/p>\n

          Textile-Inspired Ceramics:<\/strong> Create delicate lace-like patterns<\/strong> in porcelain where small coils intersect forming woven screens. Explore how ceramic can capture the ephemeral quality of textiles through engineered transformation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

          Intensive Hands-On Time:<\/strong> Five-and-a-half hours of focused work allows deep engagement with the technique. The maximum 10 participants<\/strong> ensures personalized attention for this demanding process.<\/p>\n

          Flexible Firing Option:<\/strong> Firing is optional and separate, giving you control over next steps. Complete pieces independently or see greenware before deciding on firing investment.<\/p>\n

          Join this woven porcelain workshop in Coimbra with Stela Ivanova and discover how meticulous coil placement transforms into organic sculptural forms<\/strong> through controlled high-fire collapse. Learn pioneering ceramic techniques<\/strong> that combine precision construction with engineered transformation!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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