Build-a-Mug
with Jen Pilon
AX Workshop Room | 12 Maple Ave.
Saturday, May 23 | 10am-1pm
Saturday, May 23 | 3-6pm
$60 per person | Ages 14+
Join us in the AX Workshop Room on May 23rd for not one, but TWO opportunities to handbuild your very own mug with Jen Pilon! With two times to choose from, you can find a time that works best for you, or take advantage of both and make a pair of matching mugs!
Design and create your own one-of-a-kind ceramic mug in this engaging 3-hour workshop. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on session introduces the fundamentals of hand-building with clay using slab construction techniques.
Participants will explore a range of surface design approaches, including carving, stamping, and texturing, to add depth and personality to their piece. You’ll also have the opportunity to experiment with different handle-making styles and decorative elements, including decals, to fully customize your mug.
Whether you’re new to clay or looking to try something creative, this workshop offers a supportive and inspiring environment to bring your ideas to life.
About the Instructor
Jen Pilon is a ceramic artist and educator based in Fundy, New Brunswick, Canada. Through the combination of wheel-thrown forms and tactile carvings, Jen expresses her reverence for ecology. In addition to her sculptural practice, Pilon maintains a production line of functional ceramics and is committed to expanding access to the medium through community-based education. Jen is an active advocate for craft in Canada, currently serving on the Board of Directors for both Craft New Brunswick and the Canadian Craft Federation.