So if you're in the area on the 28th you'd be welcome to join us.
Wednesday, 11 July 2012
Open Studio event
To officially open the studio now that everything is set up (including the lovely new workbenches...) we will be holding a launch event.
Friday, 22 June 2012
Studio progressing
A busy week so far...
New studio is almost finished...our own work benches still to build and a few other bits and pieces. But the teaching space is up and running. Its a pretty big space to get set up, however despite moving from a very small space we have managed to expand into this one and fill it up quite easily.This week we have had product design students working on a project with Chris and myself to create moulds and cast pieces. Lots of test pieces are also ready for firing - its been great to get my hands on some clay for a change!
There have been other people moving in to Beaverhall recently...the word is spreading about the great spaces on offer. A couple of us have set up a facebook page so we can collectively promote our projects/workshops etc. www.facebook.com/BeaverhallStudios.
There are also vouchers available for people to buy for tuition and short courses. Please email for info.
New studio is almost finished...our own work benches still to build and a few other bits and pieces. But the teaching space is up and running. Its a pretty big space to get set up, however despite moving from a very small space we have managed to expand into this one and fill it up quite easily.This week we have had product design students working on a project with Chris and myself to create moulds and cast pieces. Lots of test pieces are also ready for firing - its been great to get my hands on some clay for a change!
There have been other people moving in to Beaverhall recently...the word is spreading about the great spaces on offer. A couple of us have set up a facebook page so we can collectively promote our projects/workshops etc. www.facebook.com/BeaverhallStudios.
There are also vouchers available for people to buy for tuition and short courses. Please email for info.
Tuesday, 12 June 2012
Forthcoming exhibition
Details below of a forthcoming show I'll be taking part in.
There will be six of my pieces based on a trip to Alberta, investigating taxidermy collections there.
Wednesday, 6 June 2012
Cyan Clayworks
Finally everything has been moved from the old studio and into the new one. Everything clay-related seems to be very heavy...Now it just needs to be unpacked and organised! More workbenches to be built and other things to buy. It's been great to start with a blank canvas...
Details of the forthcoming classes are on the website www.cyanclayworks.co.uk, or give me an email for info; fi_ceramics@hotmail.com. The studio email is misbehaving at the moment...should get that sorted out soon.
Will be running some taster sessions in July and August. Always wanted to have a go with clay? This is an opportunity to try handbuilding and decorating in a short one-off session.
We are also keen to work with other artists/designers/students on their projects; there is facility hire and or technical support.
We'll be having an open event at some point, once things are set up. Lots of other artists and designers are resident in the building, and are still moving in, so hopefully we will hold a shared event! although the new place doesn't have a shop area, you will be able to see and buy work at open events or you can arrange a visit to see the studio.
Details of the forthcoming classes are on the website www.cyanclayworks.co.uk, or give me an email for info; fi_ceramics@hotmail.com. The studio email is misbehaving at the moment...should get that sorted out soon.
Will be running some taster sessions in July and August. Always wanted to have a go with clay? This is an opportunity to try handbuilding and decorating in a short one-off session.
We are also keen to work with other artists/designers/students on their projects; there is facility hire and or technical support.
We'll be having an open event at some point, once things are set up. Lots of other artists and designers are resident in the building, and are still moving in, so hopefully we will hold a shared event! although the new place doesn't have a shop area, you will be able to see and buy work at open events or you can arrange a visit to see the studio.
Sunday, 6 May 2012
Cyan Clayworks
Work has started on the new studio space this week- firstly the old carpet pulled up so the floor can be painted. Lots more to do before everything can be moved in; kiln delivery organised, shelving ordered and delivered etc...the list goes on.
Website is now live: www.cyanclayworks.co.uk. Please take a look and see what you think...later on in the month we will add payment details and a booking form for classes. But in the meantime there's lots of information about what will be on offer! Everything should (hopefully!) be set up by the end of June. Details to follow of the official launch.
Website is now live: www.cyanclayworks.co.uk. Please take a look and see what you think...later on in the month we will add payment details and a booking form for classes. But in the meantime there's lots of information about what will be on offer! Everything should (hopefully!) be set up by the end of June. Details to follow of the official launch.
The space will be divided up into different areas with my workspace, Chris's and the teaching area. Lots more room, and natural light...
There are lots of other artists, designers and small businesses in the building which is on Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh.
I have a new email address: fiona@cyanclayworks.co.uk, so do get in touch if you would like more detail on the tuition or other services that will be available.
You can also follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CyanClayworks
Wednesday, 25 April 2012
Various things
A good week so far...attended a Cultural Enterprise Marketing day on Mon run by Abigail from www.carneyassociates.co.uk- really informative and pretty full on!
Really helpful for thinking creatively and practically about your approach to marketing, what is involved etc. I won't go over the whole event as its pretty detailed, but would recommend it for any creative businesses/artists/designers based in Scotland.
www.culturalenterpriseoffice.co.uk
New studio is almost ready to move into; should be getting the keys early next week and can start to get shelving and workbenches sorted.
Putting the finishing touches to the new website..this will be ready for a preview soon as well!
Really helpful for thinking creatively and practically about your approach to marketing, what is involved etc. I won't go over the whole event as its pretty detailed, but would recommend it for any creative businesses/artists/designers based in Scotland.
www.culturalenterpriseoffice.co.uk
New studio is almost ready to move into; should be getting the keys early next week and can start to get shelving and workbenches sorted.
Putting the finishing touches to the new website..this will be ready for a preview soon as well!
Wednesday, 18 April 2012
Images of new work - 'The Albertan Animal'
As part of the Craft Insiders marketing/pr service which I'm currently part of (www.craftinsiders.co.uk) I've just had some images taken of new work by Shannon Tofts. Please see below...
Have been working on the website and facebook page for the new studio this week...these will be going live soon! There will be details of the services on offer and tuition available during the year. Updates will be posted here, as well as on Twitter and Facebook.
www.facebook.com/fionathompson
Have been working on the website and facebook page for the new studio this week...these will be going live soon! There will be details of the services on offer and tuition available during the year. Updates will be posted here, as well as on Twitter and Facebook.
www.facebook.com/fionathompson
Enclosed plate diameter 25cm
Group of plates, largest 25cm in diameter
Details of pieces; cut out sections and layered imagery
Rectangular enclosed plate, w. 24cm
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