October 2 @ 1:30 pm – November 20 @ 4:30 pm
Story Tiles: Ceramic Tilemaking (All Levels)
Thursdays October 2 to November 20, 2025
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
For ages 18+
Class dates: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20
Class Outline:
- Week 1: Inspiration and sketching
- Week 2: Clay basics and tile forms
- Week 3: Texture and relief
- Week 4: Underglaze and sgraffito
- Week 5: Hand painting with underglazes
- Week 6: Combining and refining
- Week 7: Glazing and colour theory
- Week 8: Finishing and group critique
Important Information:
- Please ensure the course you choose works with your schedule. For any withdrawals, a non-refundable fee of $50 fee per course will be charged, regardless of the reason for withdrawal. No withdrawals will be accepted within 10 business days of the class start date, regardless of the reason for withdrawal.
- By signing up for this class, participants are committing to abide by the Museum’s Code of Conduct, Ticketing Policy, and Studio Policy.
Gardiner Friends, please log in to access your discount and front-of-the-line access. Gardiner Friends may only purchase adult clay classes at the discounted rate for membership card holders.
Instructor
Meg Leslie
Meg Leslie is a Canadian mosaic and ceramic artist. Her work is deeply rooted in nature, storytelling, and community. With a background in interior design and a Master Naturalist certificate, she brings a layered approach to her art—blending structural and organic, personal and ecological. Her practice has evolved from large-scale pique assiette public mosaic installations to more intimate explorations in handmade porcelain tiles. Over the past decade, she has led numerous community art projects, workshops, and creative initiatives across Ontario.