Biomorphic Sculptural Forms Workshop with Cj Jilek

$450.00 inc GST

16th & 17th May 2026, 10am – 5pm

 

All the way from California USA, Cj Jelik is in Tasmania for a very special workshop at MUDDLE.

This workshop explores how Cj creates botanically inspired biomorphic forms. Cj will demonstrate using press molds to create structure of the forms, as well as integrating texture into the pieces, and discussing the engineering involved to get the pieces through the kiln. Come along and have fun creating your own forms in this hands-on workshop.

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In this two-day hands-on workshop Cj will be providing demonstrations and hands-on making. Students will get to try their hand at sculpting forms utilising pinching, texture and carving; as well as addressing the engineering of the forms.

 

Topics covered in the workshop will include:

o   Where we find inspiration

o   How to use the pinch process

o   Foundational forms (leaves) vs Central forms (stamens)

o   Construction & Engineering of forms

o   Surface Development with texture and carving

o   Colour application – discussion

o   Drying & Firing methods – discussion

o   Post firing embellishments & assembly- discussion

 

 

Opportunities like this are rare for our little island, and it is a privilege to host an artist like Cj, her visit brings a chance to engage with her unique practice. Cj’s technique and approach are distinctive, and yet easily adaptable to your own work.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:​
All materials and equipment; as well as lunch & refreshments.
Tutor
Cj Jelik

Cj Jilek’s ceramic sculptures inhabit the threshold between the natural world and human experience. Rooted in the sensuality of plants, insects, and marine life, her biomorphic forms exaggerate reproductive structures to reveal parallels with human sexuality and desire. These hybrid beings invite both wonder and discomfort, suggesting attraction, adaptation and fragility.

Her current research, supported by the California Arts Council, deepens this inquiry by addressing social injustices for women, LGBTQ+ communities and the environment.
Through teaching and workshops across the U.S. and abroad, Jilek shares this evolving dialogue, blending detail, craft and imagination into a richly symbolic practice.

Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend your booked workshop please notify us as soon as possible.

If we are able to find someone to take your place in the workshop you will be refunded 90% of the workshop fee. If we are unable to find someone to take your place in the workshop you will be refunded 50% of the workshop fee.

No refund will be given if you cancel within 7 days of the workshop date.

If you have already attended part of the workshop, no refund is given for the remaining sessions/days.

If the workshop is cancelled by MUDDLE Ceramics Workshop then you will be refunded in full.

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