Join us for a special Kintsugi workshop led by Art Therapist Tara DeLuca. 

Discover the healing art of Kintsugi at Slip Studio in White Plains. Join us for a unique Kintsugi workshop led by professional Art Therapist Tara DeLuca. Kintsugi is the traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, celebrating the idea that beauty can be found in imperfection.

In this mindful art therapy workshop in Westchester, you will explore the philosophy of repair as a metaphor for personal resilience and self-healing.

The Modern Kintsugi Process:

• Break & Rebuild: Learn the historic art form by breaking, painting, and rebuilding your own ceramic bowl.

• Gold Adornment: Highlight the "scars" of your piece with gold glue, creating a one-of-a-kind design that turns damage into a feature.

• Mindful Connection: Create a personal connection between your pottery and your own journey in a supportive, collective environment.

• Guided Healing: Tara DeLuca offers a specialized approach to self-healing through pottery, relating the process of putting pieces back together to our own life experiences.

“Instead of masking the flaws, Kintsugi highlights the cracks, making the piece stronger and more beautiful.”

Workshop Details:

• All materials, including your ceramic bowl and gold repair kit, are provided.

• Complimentary hot tea and snacks are included.

• No prior art or pottery experience required—just an open mind.

Elevate your dining table with a custom-crafted ceramic butter dish, handmade by you at Slip Studio in White Plains. Join us for a comprehensive two-day pottery workshop where you will learn to construct and decorate a professional-grade, functional piece of tableware.

This workshop is perfect for those who want to dive deeper into handbuilding techniques using premium white stoneware clay.

The Two-Day Experience:

• Day 1: Construction: Master the art of rolling perfect slabs and using coil construction. Learn professional techniques for attaching corners and seams to ensure a flawless, durable design. Add a custom handle or unique features to your lid and base plate.

• Day 2: Decoration & Personalization: Once your piece is leather-hard, return to finalize the details. Customize your dish using our palette of vibrant underglazes to match your kitchen's aesthetic.

Workshop Highlights:

• Professional Materials: All white stoneware clay, tools, and professional kiln firing are included.

• Skill Building: Great for beginners and those looking to improve their slab-building and finishing skills.

• Logistics: Each session lasts 2.5 hours. Your finished pieces will be fired, glazed, and ready for pickup at our White Plains studio in 4–6 weeks.

Tea, coffee, and sparkling water are provided—feel free to bring a snack to keep your creative energy up!

Studio Logistics & Policies

• Space is Limited: Our studio is intimate; workshops are capped at 12 guests unless otherwise specified.

• Arrival: Please arrive on time. To ensure everyone completes their project, guests arriving more than 30 minutes late may be unable to finish. Ariella will do her best to accommodate and assist with repairs to ensure your work survives the kiln.

• Dress Code: Please come dressed to get your hands (and potentially your clothes) a little dirty!

• Amenities: Parking is free and plentiful. Clean restrooms are located just across the hall.

Cancellations & Refunds

• Policy: A 50% refund is available with written cancellation up to 1 week before the workshop. Cancellations made less than 1 week prior are non-refundable.

• Rescheduling: Rescheduling due to illness is permitted once.

A Note on the Magic of Ceramics

• PLEASE NOTE: There are no guarantees in pottery! While working in clay is meditative and gratifying, it is also beautifully unpredictable. Clay moves, shifts, and sometimes cracks as it dries or during the firing process—even for the most experienced potters. This is the "magic" of ceramics: learning to let go, accepting that we aren't always in control, and finding beauty in the process.
• We invite you to enjoy the experience as the most important part of your visit; the final product is simply the icing on the cake!

Elevate your morning brew with a custom ceramic coffee pour over, handmade by you at Slip Studio in White Plains. Join us for a 2.5-hour pottery workshop where you will learn to hand-build a functional, professional-grade coffee dripper.

Whether you’re a "coffee nerd" looking for the perfect slow-brew setup or a pottery beginner, this workshop offers a mindful way to create a staple for your kitchen.

The Process:

• Slab Construction: Learn how to roll, compress, and measure a perfect slab of premium stoneware clay.

• Precision Engineering: We will guide you through cutting and assembling the cone shape and base for a perfect fit over your favorite mugs.

• Personalized Details: Customize your pour-over with hand-stamped textures, unique attachments, or decorative details.

• Professional Finishing: Choose your glaze color; we will handle the slow drying and firing to ensure your piece is durable and food-safe.

Workshop Highlights:

• All clay, tools, and professional kiln firing are included.

• Bonus: Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and homemade scones while you work!

• Finished pieces are ready for pickup at our White Plains studio 4–6 weeks after class.

This casual, mindful workshop is perfect for a unique date night or a creative solo escape. No experience necessary!

Studio Logistics & Policies

• Space is Limited: Our studio is intimate; workshops are capped at 12 guests unless otherwise specified.

• Arrival: Please arrive on time. To ensure everyone completes their project, guests arriving more than 30 minutes late may be unable to finish. Ariella will do her best to accommodate and assist with repairs to ensure your work survives the kiln.

• Dress Code: Please come dressed to get your hands (and potentially your clothes) a little dirty!

• Amenities: Parking is free and plentiful. Clean restrooms are located just across the hall.

Cancellations & Refunds

• Policy: A 50% refund is available with written cancellation up to 1 week before the workshop. Cancellations made less than 1 week prior are non-refundable.

• Rescheduling: Rescheduling due to illness is permitted once.

A Note on the Magic of Ceramics

• PLEASE NOTE: There are no guarantees in pottery! While working in clay is meditative and gratifying, it is also beautifully unpredictable. Clay moves, shifts, and sometimes cracks as it dries or during the firing process—even for the most experienced potters. This is the "magic" of ceramics: learning to let go, accepting that we aren't always in control, and finding beauty in the process.
• We invite you to enjoy the experience as the most important part of your visit; the final product is simply the icing on the cake!

Get your garden ready for the season at Slip Studio in White Plains! Join us for our seasonal Ceramic Garden Markers Workshop, where you will hand-build a custom set of weather-resistant stoneware labels for your herbs, flowers, and vegetables.

In this 2-hour creative session, you will create a collection of handmade garden markers that are as durable as they are beautiful. These aren't just functional; they are a charming addition to any raised bed, patio pot, or indoor herb garden.

The Creative Process:

• Slab Building: Learn to roll out and cut professional-grade stoneware clay into various marker shapes.

• Sgraffito & Lettering: Use sgrafitto tools to carve the names of your favorite plants (Basil, Tomatoes, Lavender, etc.) and add decorative floral or geometric patterns.

• Custom Finishing: Personalize your set with colorful underglazes to match your garden’s aesthetic.

• Durability: Your markers will be high-fired to ensure they withstand the elements all season long.

Workshop Details:

• All materials, clay, tools, and professional firing are included.

• Your markers will be ready for pickup in 4–6 weeks—just in time for peak planting season!

• Perfect for: Garden enthusiasts, DIY decorators, or a unique Mother's Day experience.

Tea, coffee, and sparkling water provided. No prior pottery experience required!

Studio Logistics & Policies

• Space is Limited: Our studio is intimate; workshops are capped at 12 guests unless otherwise specified.

• Arrival: Please arrive on time. To ensure everyone completes their project, guests arriving more than 30 minutes late may be unable to finish. Ariella will do her best to accommodate and assist with repairs to ensure your work survives the kiln.

• Dress Code: Please come dressed to get your hands (and potentially your clothes) a little dirty!

• Amenities: Parking is free and plentiful. Clean restrooms are located just across the hall.

Cancellations & Refunds

• Policy: A 50% refund is available with written cancellation up to 1 week before the workshop. Cancellations made less than 1 week prior are non-refundable.

• Rescheduling: Rescheduling due to illness is permitted once.

A Note on the Magic of Ceramics

• PLEASE NOTE: There are no guarantees in pottery! While working in clay is meditative and gratifying, it is also beautifully unpredictable. Clay moves, shifts, and sometimes cracks as it dries or during the firing process—even for the most experienced potters. This is the "magic" of ceramics: learning to let go, accepting that we aren't always in control, and finding beauty in the process.
• We invite you to enjoy the experience as the most important part of your visit; the final product is simply the icing on the cake!

Join us at Slip Studio in White Plains for a creative, hands-on Candle & Incense Burn Dish Workshop. In this 2.5-hour session, you will learn to hand-build a custom ceramic vessel designed for incense, palo santo, or tea light candles. This is the perfect beginner-friendly pottery workshop for anyone looking to unplug and create something beautiful for their home or patio.

What You Will Learn:

• Pinch Pot & Slab Techniques: Master the fundamentals of handbuilding to create a unique covered vessel and base.

• Surface Design: Learn how to score and slip a custom knob and use colored underglazes to personalize your piece.

• Functional Details: Cut "peep holes" into your lid for airflow and light play.

Whether you’re looking for a unique date night in Westchester or a mindful solo escape, this workshop provides all materials, tools, and professional kiln firing. Your finished pieces will be glazed and ready for pickup at our White Plains studio in 4–6 weeks.

Tea, coffee, and sparkling water are provided—feel free to bring your favorite snacks!

Studio Logistics & Policies

• Space is Limited: Our studio is intimate; workshops are capped at 12 guests unless otherwise specified.

• Arrival: Please arrive on time. To ensure everyone completes their project, guests arriving more than 30 minutes late may be unable to finish. Ariella will do her best to accommodate and assist with repairs to ensure your work survives the kiln.

• Dress Code: Please come dressed to get your hands (and potentially your clothes) a little dirty!

• Amenities: Parking is free and plentiful. Clean restrooms are located just across the hall.

Cancellations & Refunds

• Policy: A 50% refund is available with written cancellation up to 1 week before the workshop. Cancellations made less than 1 week prior are non-refundable.

• Rescheduling: Rescheduling due to illness is permitted once.

A Note on the Magic of Ceramics

• PLEASE NOTE: There are no guarantees in pottery! While working in clay is meditative and gratifying, it is also beautifully unpredictable. Clay moves, shifts, and sometimes cracks as it dries or during the firing process—even for the most experienced potters. This is the "magic" of ceramics: learning to let go, accepting that we aren't always in control, and finding beauty in the process.
• We invite you to enjoy the experience as the most important part of your visit; the final product is simply the icing on the cake!

Create a modern textural masterpiece at Slip Studio in White Plains! Join us for our Circular Weaving Workshop, a contemporary twist on traditional fiber arts. Led by Hudson Valley artist Courtney Salerno, this 3-hour session teaches you how to weave "in the round" to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind wall hanging.

Circular weaving is a rhythmic, meditative process that results in beautiful radial designs. Whether you're new to fiber arts or looking to expand your weaving skills, this workshop offers a unique perspective on texture and form.

What You Will Learn:

• Radial Warping: Master the unique technique of setting up your warp threads on a circular frame (embroidery hoop).

• Circular Weaving Stitches: Learn how to navigate a round loom using specialized stitches that create spiraling textures and organic patterns.

• Fiber Play: Experiment with a curated palette of yarns, roving, and fibers to build depth and dimension.

• Finishing Techniques: Learn how to secure your work and prep your hoop for immediate hanging in your home.

Workshop Highlights:

• Take Home Your Art: You will leave with a completed circular wall hanging, ready to add a "boho-chic" touch to any room.

• All Materials Provided: High-quality hoops, a variety of colorful yarns, and all necessary weaving tools are included.

• Relaxed Vibe: Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and sparkling water in our inviting White Plains studio.

No prior weaving experience is required. Come discover the addictive and mindful rhythm of weaving in the round!

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Courtney Salerno is a teacher and fiber artist living in the Hudson Valley, NY.  She began weaving in 2016 and creates in her home studio on handmade frame looms.  She is mostly self-taught and experiments with a variety of fibers, including cotton rope, yarn, wool roving, hand-dyed ribbons, and recycled materials.  Courtney has shown several pieces in galleries throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond.  She also teaches beginning frame loom weaving and weaving in the round classes in the tristate area.