Plates and Engraving (in Slovenian)

You are invited to a special ceramics workshop where we will combine hands-on creation with modern technology. Together, we will explore how ceramics can be enhanced with laser engraving and transform clay into unique, functional plates with a personal touch.

The workshop is designed as a complete creative process, where over three sessions we will develop our pieces from soft clay to the final fired and glazed plate. We will cover all key stages of ceramic creation – shaping, laser decoration, and glazing – blending traditional craft with digital tools.

In the first session, under the guidance of the mentor, we will create ceramic plates using basic hand-building techniques. Each participant will be able to shape up to three plates, which will be bisque-fired after the session and ready for further processing.

The second session will focus on exploring laser engraving on ceramics. Together with the mentor Tanja Lažetić, we will learn how the laser cutter works, prepare our own designs, convert them into vector format, and engrave them directly onto our bisque-fired plates. This is where we will add a personal story, pattern, or symbol to the ceramics.

In the third session, we will focus on glazing. We will learn about different types of glazes, application techniques, and basic rules for working in the glaze studio. We will glaze our plates and prepare them for the final firing.

By the end of the workshop, we will take home unique, hand-crafted, engraved, and glazed plates ready for everyday use. Participants will take home not only the finished pieces but also new knowledge, inspiration, and the experience of combining hands, materials, and technology.

Workshop Dates

• Thursday, March 26, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Thursday, April 2, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Thursday, April 9, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Prior Experience?

NO, no prior experience is required.

Does the workshop count as training?

YES, participation provides training for the glazing studio.

About the Mentor

Tanja Lažetić is a multidisciplinary artist working in photography, video, ceramics, performance, and artist books. She graduated in architecture from the University of Ljubljana and has received several awards, including the third prize at the International Ceramic Triennale in Ljubljana (2015), the bronze award at a festival in Nanjing, China (2015), and the Rihard Jakopič Recognition (2017). Over the past ten years, Tanja Lažetić has published more than twenty artist books. Her book Whore was featured in Phaidon’s The Photobook: A History, Volume III.

Photo: Nika Curk

***

Participants should arrive 15 minutes before the program starts in the main lobby of Center Rog. Please store personal belongings in the lockers, which the mentor will show you. Do not be late, as late entry cannot be guaranteed and disrupts the workflow.

The program is conducted in Slovenian, except where stated otherwise.

The program is intended for participants aged 14 and older, unless stated otherwise.

If the workshop is canceled, you will be informed two days before the scheduled start.

If you cannot attend, the fee is non-refundable and the date cannot be changed, but your spot can be transferred to another person if you notify us at least 24 hours in advance at steklokeramika@center-rog.si.

We look forward to your company and creative collaboration!