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Date: Daily from Sep 5 through Sep 6, 2026

Address: Ilwaco Artworks
109 First Avenue North Ilwaco, WA 98624

Price: $125 Register Here

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In this two-day workshop, students will explore the art of china painting—an overglaze, low-fire enamel process that produces durable, fired-on surfaces over previously glaze-fired objects. Similar in approach to oil painting, this technique allows for vivid color, smooth blending, and precise surface imagery without relying on the unpredictability of traditional glazes. Students will practice on a series of commercial tiles, learning brush techniques, layering, and color development. Work from Day One will be fired before the second session, allowing participants to build additional layers and refine their surfaces on Day Two. These skills are fully transferable to any glaze-fired ceramic piece, opening up new possibilities for detailed imagery and controlled surface design on your existing work. Each student will receive a china paint starter set to continue exploring the process beyond the workshop.