{"product_id":"slab-building-workshop","title":"Slab Building Workshop","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"276\"\u003eHandbuilding | Structured \u0026amp; Sculptural Approaches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eThis workshop focuses on developing a deeper understanding of \u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eslab-building techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e, moving beyond simple forms into more \u003cstrong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"461\"\u003estructured, intentional, and complex constructions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eWorking with rolled slabs of clay, you will explore how flat material can be transformed into three-dimensional objects through cutting, joining, and assembling. 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You are encouraged to experiment with form while receiving guidance on how to improve structure and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eWhether you choose to create a vessel, container, or sculptural object, the focus remains on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eclarity of form and quality of construction\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ddufif\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 hours\u003cbr data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Intermediate\u003cbr data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eGroup size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Max. 8 participants\u003cbr data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e MudLab – Sustainability Hub, Maastricht\u003cbr data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eTeacher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Farbod Nael\u003cbr data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1mkqza5\" data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e65mru\" data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eClay, Glaze and firing and all necessary materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12pvvot\" data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eAccess to studio tools and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q5tysu\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eStep-by-step guidance and individual feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gapzta\" data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003eA calm, focused studio environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17vgd7z\" data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003eOutcome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eBy the end of the workshop, you will have created one or more slab-built pieces with a strong focus on structure, form, and craftsmanship. 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