5-Part Series Workshop

Date: Tuesdays, September 26-October 24, 2023

Time: 6pm-9pm

Description: In this 5-week class with Taylor Mezo, you will learn the basics of ceramic jewelry making. You will explore different types of jewelry including earrings, necklaces, and brooches/pins using hand-building and slab-building techniques. Students will learn how to incorporate patterns and color into their work to create their own unique wearables. Taylor will also discuss glazing, firing methods, and assembly. By the end of this class, you will have finished jewelry pieces that are ready to wear.

Skill Level: Beginner

Tuition: $215 + $30 materials fee

Materials: All materials will be provided

Location: Contemporary Craft (5645 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201)

Cancellations and Refunds: Workshop cancellations are decided three business days before the start date. If workshops must be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded by check, to your credit card, or Contemporary Craft account for future workshops.

Refund Policy: Student refund requests must be made at least three business days before a class begins. There will be a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given without three-business days notice. Processing of refunds takes approximately three weeks.

If you require accessibility accommodations, please let us know by calling 412.261.7003 and we are happy to assist you.

About the Artist

Taylor Mezo (she/they) is a ceramic artist from Illinois, currently living in Pittsburgh PA. She works primarily in sculptural and functional ware, using red earthenware to create vessels utilizing a mixture of wheelthrowing and handbuilding techniques. In December 2019, she graduated with her Bachelors in Fine Arts from Governors State University. Recently Taylor has participated in short term residencies at Penland School of Craft and Peter’s Valley School of Craft. Taylor Recently complete a long term residency at the Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media.