Slab-Built Teapots with David Newquist

Sale Price: $120.00 Original Price: $150.00

Discover the craft of teapot design with local ceramicist David Newquist (The Plains, VA). Known for his precise forms and crisp edges, David brings the same thoughtful approach he teaches in his raku workshops at The Workhouse to this focused, hands-on session at The Orchid.

What you’ll learn

  • Building with slabs: planning templates and clean joins

  • Forming the body, spout, lid, and handle for balanced function and pour

  • Strategies for tight lid fit, strong attachments, and refined edges

  • Design decisions that marry utility and sculpture

Format

  • 4-hour, instructor-led build session (12–4 PM)

  • Glazing included and scheduled separately with the Studio Manager

  • You’ll leave your assembled teapot to be fired; return for your glaze session and pickup

Who it’s for

Curious beginners and intermediate potters alike—perfect if you’ve done some hand-building or are excited to try a well-guided first project.

About the Artist

David Newquist is a The Plains–based ceramic artist noted for geometric precision and architectural lines. He maintains a working studio with a beautiful inventory of functional and sculptural work and regularly leads raku workshops at The Workhouse.

Details

  • Date & Time: Saturday, November 15, 12–4 PM

  • Location: The Orchid Studio + Gallery (Warrenton, VA)

  • Glazing: Included; scheduled separately with the Studio Manager

  • Bring: Clothes you don’t mind getting muddy; all tools provided

Discover the craft of teapot design with local ceramicist David Newquist (The Plains, VA). Known for his precise forms and crisp edges, David brings the same thoughtful approach he teaches in his raku workshops at The Workhouse to this focused, hands-on session at The Orchid.

What you’ll learn

  • Building with slabs: planning templates and clean joins

  • Forming the body, spout, lid, and handle for balanced function and pour

  • Strategies for tight lid fit, strong attachments, and refined edges

  • Design decisions that marry utility and sculpture

Format

  • 4-hour, instructor-led build session (12–4 PM)

  • Glazing included and scheduled separately with the Studio Manager

  • You’ll leave your assembled teapot to be fired; return for your glaze session and pickup

Who it’s for

Curious beginners and intermediate potters alike—perfect if you’ve done some hand-building or are excited to try a well-guided first project.

About the Artist

David Newquist is a The Plains–based ceramic artist noted for geometric precision and architectural lines. He maintains a working studio with a beautiful inventory of functional and sculptural work and regularly leads raku workshops at The Workhouse.

Details

  • Date & Time: Saturday, November 15, 12–4 PM

  • Location: The Orchid Studio + Gallery (Warrenton, VA)

  • Glazing: Included; scheduled separately with the Studio Manager

  • Bring: Clothes you don’t mind getting muddy; all tools provided