Slab Built Mugs with R. Kirk Banks

Name: Slab Built Mugs with R. Kirk Banks
Start: 2026-02-21T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-21T15:30:00-05:00
Location: Appalachian Artisan Center

Sat, Feb 21

Appalachian Artisan Center

Join master ceramic artist Richard Kirk Banks for a beginner-friendly slab mug workshop! Learn the basics of hand-building and create your own custom mug to take home. Ages 10+, $30.

Time & Location

Feb 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Appalachian Artisan Center, 30 W Main St, Hindman, KY 41822, USA

Guests

About the event

Get hands-on with clay in this fun and welcoming slab mug workshop led by master ceramic artist Richard Kirk Banks. Designed with beginners in mind, this class will guide participants through the fundamentals of slab construction, shaping, and adding handles to create a one-of-a-kind ceramic mug.

All materials and tools are provided, and no prior experience is required. Participants will learn basic techniques while exploring their own creativity in a relaxed, supportive environment. This workshop is perfect for individuals, families, or anyone curious about working with clay.