Cobalt Painting on Ceramics

In this two-part class, participants will learn basic ceramic hand building techniques and the art of painting on ceramics with cobalt oxide. We will create ceramic wall hanging pieces and add beautiful, blue decorative elements to complete our pieces. No experience needed!

General Tuition: $185
Pay-It-Forward Tuition: $210
Reduced Tuition (Limited): $160

Accessibility Notice –
This class takes place in the Sculpture Lab which is located on the first floor. This class may require materials or processes that are hazardous for animals. Please email classes@kala.org prior to enrolling so we can assess if we are able to accommodate you and your service animal safely and efficiently.

Tuition: $185
Location: Sculpture Lab
Instructor: Rie Dion
2 Classes
Saturday, May 9, 2026 — May 16, 2026
12pm — 2pm
TBD Materials Fee - Payable to the instructor on the first day

About the Instructor:

Rie Dion is a ceramicist whose work experience ranges from studio pottery, product development at Heath Ceramics to teaching Glaze Technology class at CCA. A native of Japan, she now lives and works in El Cerrito, CA. She owns a small scale pottery studio called DION CERAMICS which is operated by her and her husband. Since 2010, she has been working with artists, designers, and small businesses to design and fabricate handmade ceramic pieces. Through her practice, she is creating a point of contact between people and asking whether you can build a community based on the ceramic objects.