Elevate Your Craft with Wheel Thrown Techniques
Unleash your creative potential with our expert-led workshops focused on wheel thrown techniques. Whether you're a novice or an experienced potter, our sessions guide you through the intricate process of shaping clay into stunning artworks.
Carving Clay Forms
Discover the beauty of carved clay forms that add depth and texture to your pottery. Learn how to manipulate your pieces to create visually striking designs that can transform everyday objects into extraordinary art.
Decoration Techniques
Dive into a world of decoration techniques that will elevate your pieces from mere vessels to captivating expressions of art. From glazing to painting, explore innovative methods to personalize and beautify your creations.
Altered Forms
Unlock new dimensions in your pottery with altered forms. Experiment with changing the shape and structure of your wheel-thrown pieces, creating unique forms that are as functional as they are artistic.
Crafting with Clay
Celebrate the tactile experience of crafting with clay. Experience how working with your hands can foster creativity and mindfulness while producing exceptional handmade pieces that tell a story.
Burnished Ceramic Vessels
Learn the ancient technique of burnishing to create smooth, polished surfaces on your ceramics. Experience the satisfaction of transforming raw clay into beautiful vessels that glow with a warm, organic finish.
Castable Kiln Building
Expand your skill set by exploring castable kiln building. Ideal for artists who wish to specialize, this technique allows you to create custom kilns tailored to your specific firing needs, enhancing your artistry.
Wheel Thrown Tiles
Discover the versatility of wheel-thrown tiles! Create one-of-a-kind tiles for functional or decorative purposes, transforming walls and surfaces into stunning displays that reflect your artistic vision.
Clay Artwork Samples
Be inspired by our curated collection of clay artwork samples, showcasing a range of styles and techniques. Let these creations spark your imagination and motivate you to explore your own artistic journey.
Hire Naragon Art to teach a workshop. Embrace the vibrant world of clay and transform your ideas into tangible works of art. Contact us today and start your journey in wheel-thrown pottery—where each piece is a statement, and every technique tells a story!
Dwain has 28 years of teaching experience, having served as a Professor of Ceramics at Eastern Illinois University and Assistant Professor at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. He holds an MFA from Arizona State University and a BA from the University of Wisconsin. His classes spanned beginner to advanced pottery, covering wheelthrown, coilbuilding, and pinch pottery techniques.
Born in South Bend, Indiana, Dwain grew up on a dairy farm and was inspired to pursue art after seeing a pottery wheel demonstration at age 13. He has been involved in ceramics for over 50 years, including running a successful production pottery business.
Dwain has led numerous workshops and served as Chairman of the Art Department at the University of Alaska, earning the College of Liberal Arts Faculty Merit Award in 1991. His work has been widely exhibited and recognized, including the Meritorious Achievement Award at the Kyoto Craft Competition in Japan. His pieces are held in collections at the Auckland Institute and Museum in New Zealand, the Kyoto Craft Center in Japan, and the Anchorage Historical and Fine Arts Museum in Alaska.