Zach Sierke | Wild Clay Workshop June 27-28, 2026 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Zach’s deep roots in the pottery history of Mobile Bay and specialized expertise in geology, wood-firing, and clay body formulation will be shared freely in this deep-dive weekend. Whether you are a life-long potter who wants to deepen your practice through use of wild materials or a student who is searching for meaning in clay, this workshop will help you on your journey. In this intensive weekend course students will: – Gain a deep understanding of the geologic story of clay – Identify and harvest clay from historic clay deposits – Process, formulate, and test clay bodies, slips, terra sigillata, and pigments to meet the aesthetic and practical goals of one’s practice – Bring home a wild clay body ready to use Grounded in history and geology, this workshop invites participants to forge a more meaningful and intentional relationship with clay. Refunds less credit card fees are available up to 2 weeks before the workshop begins. After that period, the fee is non-refundable. However, you may transfer your ticket to a friend.
Preserving the legacy of the Mad Potter of Biloxi through contemporary craft, ceramics, and community programming.
