Vessels of Zen: A Teapot Masterclass

Sunday, April 12 @ 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Discover the secrets behind crafting the perfect teapot in this exclusive workshop. Led by ceramicist Tom Hill, this session provides a comprehensive overview of teapot construction, focusing on wheel-thrown techniques, design principles, and functional excellence.

Sit back and enjoy a tasting of Raw Pu-Erh tea as Tom demonstrates the intricate process from start to finish. You'll gain a deeper appreciation for why the vessel is just as crucial as the tea it holds.

Speaker: Tom Hill Tom - A Master Potter with a Heart for Tea Tom intertwines the warmth of pottery with the comfort of tea in his charming Elgin-based venue, Steep N’ Clay Tea House & Pottery Shop. A ceramic artist of over two decades, educated and skilled in Ceramics, Tom crafts not just pottery, but stories etched in clay. Celebrated across galleries, his pieces sing to both the terra firma that birthed them and the meticulous artist behind their creation.