Jongjin Park invites learners to explore the sculptural and material potential of ceramics, from the traditional Korean Moon Jar to the creative possibilities of layering techniques in "Artistic Stratum." Through hands-on practice, demonstrations, and guided experimentation, participants will learn to reinterpret traditional forms while developing new material sensibilities.

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Create traditional and contemporary ceramic forms
• Experiment with layering and texturing techniques
• Develop a sensitivity to materiality and illusion in ceramics
• Integrate creative approaches into their personal practice
• Critique and evaluate their own work as well as that of others

For five days, Jongjin Park will guide his students in creating the iconic Moon Jar. Throughout the week, participants will discover and practice assembly, engraving, and finishing techniques before delving into the experimental aspects of the Artistic Stratum, from cubic forms to containers and jars, culminating in the application of layered textures. The workshop will conclude with a group debriefing session, allowing everyone to share their experiences and reflect on their work in a constructive environment.
The teaching method combines theory, demonstrations, and hands-on practice in the workshop. The emphasis will be on experimentation, creativity, and active participation in an environment that fosters exchange and collaborative work.

Schedule

Day 1

Morning

• Course Introduction
• Presentation of the Ceramic Artist
• Introductions

Afternoon

• Throwing Around the Moon Jar Shape

Day 2

Morning

• Assembly
• Roughing and Engraving

Afternoon

• Finishment Techniques on the Wheel

Day 3

Morning

• Artistic Layer in Cube Shape

Afternoon

• Continued Practice
• Experimentation Individual

Day 4

Morning

• Artistic Layer: Container Construction

Afternoon

• Artistic Layer: Jar Construction

Day 5

Morning

• Artistic Layer: Applying Patches and Layered Textures

Afternoon

• Finishing Touches
• Group Review and Critique
• Studio Cleanup

Jongjin Park

Jongjin Park, a South Korean ceramicist born in 1982, explores the intersection of apparent fragility and unexpected solidity.

By layering paper and porcelain slip, he creates forms that oscillate between organic and artificial, questioning the boundary between illusion and reality.

A graduate of Kookmin University (BFA, MFA, PhD) and Cardiff Metropolitan University (MA in Ceramics), he exhibits internationally at prestigious events such as Design Miami, PAD, Salon Art+Design, EMERGE Singapore, and Collect, as well as at the Florian Daguet-Bresson and J. Lohmann galleries.

His work combines artisanal craftsmanship with collectible design. Her collaborations with Bottega Veneta, AderError, Gentle Monster, and Lexus demonstrate her interest in the dialogue between tradition, innovation, and contemporary technologies. A professor at Seoul Women's University, specializing in Crafts & Collectable Design, Park continues her exploration of the hand and materials in the age of artificial intelligence, reinventing ceramics in a decidedly contemporary style.

• Classroom, multipurpose room, workshops with professional equipment
• Materials provided
• Individual and collaborative work
• Practical workshop sessions
• Emphasis is placed on active participation and experimentation by participants

• Group and individualized monitoring of work, regular updates
• Self-assessment of technical skills
• Group feedback
• Attendance sheet for each half-day
• Certificate of participation issued by Campus MaNa