“Cristina Cordova's month long intensive produced by The Centre for the Study of Figurative Ceramics is an absolute game-changer. It is truly like doing a university degree, with only the information you need to guide you as a figurative ceramist. The wealth of information from artists - all internationally recognized and at the top of their fields - cannot be replicated. The benefit of being able to ask questions, do virtual studio tours, and have back up resources and learning through hands-on projects makes this the best course I've done. Hands down. Cristina is a gifted educator, adept with technology and resources, and she creates a safe space in which to learn.”

— Fiona R.

“This wonderful and intense program provided an incentive to create a daily studio practice working with developing ideas, creating solid forms and applying color to all stages of clay from leather-hard through to the glaze stage. The in-person zoom format allowed access to my studio while learning from creative thinkers and makers. Having time between classes allowed time for percolation of the presented information as to how it might integrate into my work. Individual meetings with professionals helped guide me to and through my goal of creating meaningful work. The personalities of the instructors made learning the information so much more fun. Thank you for everything.”

- Betsy B.

“I'm so happy I signed up for this program. While I wasn't able to make many of the live zoom presentations, I still watched the recorded videos and got so much out of them. I'm filled with ideas and new ways of doing my work, and am so excited about all of the surface design techniques I was exposed to and can't wait to implement. This program helped get me out of my comfort zone and has encouraged me to keep going, keep playing and experimenting and keep my mind open to all the possibilities. Thank you!”

- Keri H.

“This course has been fantastic! All the information and techniques that has been offered, through the studio solid sculpture workshop, and all the visits and videos has been amazing, and I feel going forward, for my own studio practice, it will change the way I work and plan out the pieces, as well as meaning, and surfaces.”

- Mary P.

“Oh my goodness, it has accelerated my practice beyond words, not just on a sculpting level but also a personal level, the growth has been phenomenal, beyond words, hopefully you will see it in my work going forward. Thank you “

-Penny Y.

“Seeing so many ways to approach figurative work from such a great variety of top artists provided me with a vast amount of possibilities moving forward with my own figurative work. I really enjoyed the ideation process and look forward to implementing aspects of that for tuning into my voice.“

-Dawna M.

“This program has been an incredible gift of knowledge and inspiration shared by a group of very talented teachers and artists. It is a privilege to be part of this program, this group…”

-Leslie K.

“The program has been a game changer for me, opening a door of what a studio practice can be, what my studio practice can be… The curriculum hit every aspect in the making, from ideation, and different ways of approaching and constructing the figure, finishing, firing and repairing sculptures. and even access to coaching and the unique view from a successful gallerist on creating a body of work and what it takes to make it marketable. In addition, having a glimpse into each artist's creative world and their process of making during the studio visits was vey inspirational and expansive; I loved the class setting and instead of being alone in my studio, being inspired by the work of my peers. “ -Sandra B

“I learned so many new techniques from surface techniques, to different armatures and how to build off of the wall. It has definitely opened up my world into building in different ways. I have also gotten more practice and tips for building figures which has been tremendously useful. In addition, meeting with the art coach and with Leslie Ferrin was super informative on how to push my practice further.”

-Heather H.

“I find the lectures very informative. It has been great to learn from successful sculptors and see how they have developed their unique methods and styles. This course has broadened my understanding of the making of ceramic sculptures. I can't wait to put what I've learned into practice.”

-Roulan M.

“This program provided the answer to so many questions I have had for years. It really was a dream course. Technical questions I have had as well as possibilities and inspiration were provided in more ways than I could have ever hoped. I am beyond grateful for the generosity that Cristina and her guest instructors provided. Wow. I feel so lucky and blessed. Seriously.”

-Karen M.

“ The range of shared information was phenomenal and, as someone who did not come from a formal education in art, it worked very well for me to have an opportunity to hear from other sculptors about their work, many of whom I have followed previously. Hearing from these folks impacted my practice in infinite ways as I now have a range of artists, methods and thoughts to draw from…“

-Pamela R.

“This phenomenal program has energized my mind, hands, and heart. I am in the midst of a creative explosion, so many ideas for what I want my work to say and so many new techniques to experiment with.”

-Annie G.