Description
Taught by Anahit Pogosian
Tuesday, February 18th, 6-9pm
Thursday, February 20th, 6-9pm
Saturday, February 22nd, 2-8pm
2971 Allesandro Street, Frogtown, Los Angeles 90039
All experience levels welcome
In this intensive ceramics class students (in pairs) will be guided by New York based artist, Anahit Pogosian, in creating a full chess set and board through the process of handbuilding with minimal tools.
Working with two colors of stoneware clay and underglaze, students will collaborate with their chosen partners in bringing to life a unique chess set that embodies and tells the story of your love for each other. Capturing memories of how you’ve met and celebrating the journey of the path you’ve lived, the hardships you’ve overcome together and what you’re looking forward to next year. This chess set will become a family heirloom and function as a sculptural album to be played with and treasured for many generations to come.
This work will serve us as a tender reminder that in this timeless mind bending game of life, it’s not about winning or losing, it’s about choosing love with every move we make.
Students have the option of designing one set with a 12”x12” board or two miniature travel size sets at 6”x6” each. No partner, no problem. Single individuals are welcome to join and create a set that embodies the loving relationship they honor in themselves or a loved one that was lost. This intention of this class is to connect deeper with ourselves through the process of creation and celebrate love, in all its infinite forms.
All students work will be fired to cone 5 and will be ready for pick up within 3 weeks of the commencement of the workshop.
Instructor
Anahit Pogosian. Russian born, Armenian American interdisciplinary artist working between film, graphics and sculpture. Unbound by material or tradition, they create a motley collection of works that celebrate life.
Anahit began working with clay in 2015 and has since expanded into other materials — glass, 3D printed PLA, wood, aluminum and bronze. Adapting to the post pandemic world in NYC, they’ve begun to incorporate performance and writing into their practice. When not engaged in pushing boundaries with materials, they can be found listening to the birds, swimming and picking flowers outside with their son and nieces.
Health, Safety & Accessibility
Community care and inclusivity lay at the core of Sooki. We believe that creativity requires vulnerability and over the last four years we have worked to foster a feeling of safety within the studio. This intention is reflected in our policies, studio setup, and collective efforts.
We are fortunate to have an indoor/outdoor space that offers a safe haven, particularly for our immunocompromised community members who are at higher risk for Covid, flu, RSV, colds, and other infections.
To ensure a safer space for everyone, we now require masks for all programming and are providing N95 and KN95 masks. Masks also protect us from clay & glaze dust that can become harmful with longterm inhalation. We ask that everyone work with us, so that we can collectively create a feeling of safety, community and connection.
We are adjusting to the tragic new reality within our city, post-LA wild fires, and are evaluating how best to adapt our space as both a resource and to improve air quality within the studio. We are working on installing commercial grade air filters and would love to hear from those who are most affected and may need other any other accommodations.
Our property is ADA accessible. The bathroom has 3 steps and a ramp can be fitted upon request. On-site parking is available when needed along with other accommodations.
Please reach out with any questions, ideas or concerns to info@sooki.studio. We’re always happy to hear from our community and are constantly working to improve.
Sliding Scale Pricing
Sliding scale pricing is a tool for social equity, designed to make ceramics education accessible and affordable.
When signing up for a workshop, please choose the pricing tier that feels right for your current finances. This is a trust-based system, and only you know what’s comfortable and possible for you.
The high end of the scale reflects the true cost of the workshop. If you’re able to pay this, it helps subsidize others and makes our offerings more affordable.
There are limited spaces per tier to ensure balance and coverage of workshop costs. If a tier is sold out, it means all spots have been filled. An interest-free payment plan is available, allowing you to split the cost over time.
We strive to make our workshops accessible and continually improve our pricing system. If you have any questions or suggestions, please reach out!
Cancellation Policy
Workshops are non-refundable. If you can't attend, you may transfer your spot to someone else—please confirm with the studio when doing so.