Clay Center of New Orleans Classes & Workshops

Join us for a Visiting Artist workshop with Tennessee artist C.A. "Cat" Traen! Learn how to build naturalistic figures using Cat's methods and prepared paper clay.

In this two-day workshop, participants will learn how to use Cat’s approach to sculpting a hollow figure using paper clay. Participants will each build a 16” tall sculpture from mid thigh to the head. Instruction will cover how Cat uses paper clay slabs to create simple hollow forms that coordinate with photographic and drawn references to anchor her process in naturalism.

Cat will lead participants through foundational anatomical concepts and sculpting strategies to encourage greater accuracy and expression as the components of the figure come together as a whole.

This workshop is perfect for anyone wanting to make figurative ceramics using the approachable methods of a skilled instructor. Participants of any skill level will be able to engage with Cat’s techniques with minimal equipment and materials! Suitable for all skill levels.

Course Level

This course is appropriate for adult students at the following levels:*

• Beginner
• Beginner+
• Intermediate
• Advanced

Refund Policies

• 100% if the workshop does not meet the minimum required number of attendees.
• 100% refund if the student notifies the Clay Center of the need to withdraw 7 or more days before the date of the workshop.
• No refund if the student withdraws less than 7 days before the date of the workshop, or does not attend the workshop.

Included in your tuition

• Midrange stoneware paper clay
• Use of studio tools
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and breakfast snacks
• Bisque firing of any pieces made during the workshop

Good to know

• This is a hands-on workshop, so we suggest wearing an apron or old clothes that you don't mind getting dirty!
• If you've never been to the Clay Center, please click here to review our location and free off-street parking information.
• Free parking is available on on Euphrosine St or under the Broad Avenue overpass. The two parking lots at ArtEgg are reserved for tenant use.
• Feel free to email any questions you may have to info@nolaclay.org!