Ceramic Art & The Painted Pet Classes

Some times playing with a new medium can invite inspiration and opportunities.

I am now offering "The Painted Pet" classes at
The Painted Plate located in downtown Olympia, Washington

The class is for ages 12 years and older.
The cost is $55 per person

Due to the Coronavirus Outbreak in Washington State, this class has been CANCELED
We will reschedule when we are able.

"The Dragon's Pearl"
rendered using ceramic glazing at The Painted Plate in Olympia, WA

Today is the opening day for voting on the 10 new Traffic Control Box Wraps that will be purchased by the City of Olympia and placed on local traffic control boxes. I have entered a piece of art, though it has been cropped to fit the required dimensions. My painting is entitled, "The Dragon's Pearl". It was completed using ceramic glazes and through a local business, The Painted Plate.
You do not need to be an Olympia resident to vote, but you will need to register, create a login, on their site to vote. Or, if you have voted before you just need to sign in in order to Vote. Don't worry, they will not spam you or sell your information, it's just to make the voting accessible to more people, while also maintaining the integrity of the voting process.
There are multiple submissions and all of them very nice. You get to choose 3.
Thank you for taking the time to vote and thank you for your support!
P.S. Please feel free to share this and invite people to vote.
Click on this link to vote:
https://engage.olympiawa.gov/2022-traffic-wrap-vote...

Below are some of the beautiful portraits created by student artists.

"Emma" created by a 15 year old "Jax" created by a 12 year old

"Tangerine" created by an adult

"The Painted Pet" Ceramic Art Classes

This is a 3 hour class and NO prior art skills are needed.

I work with you to help you create an artistic representation of your beloved pet, or any animal you love.
This class will use ceramic glazes (paints) and a bisque wear plate as your canvas.
After you register for the event you will need to send me a photo of your pet, or the animal you want to paint, one pet per plate please. You can send it as an attachment to robynchance@hotmail.com or send it via text to my phone at (360) 292-3129.
It's best if the photo that you decide to use is in focus, or as clear as you can get it, I can work with somewhat fuzzy images, with good lighting. It is best if it is a close up of your pet, I can crop it for you to make sure that your pet, or animal, is the key subject of your painting.
RESERVATIONS ARE ESSENTIAL because I need to collect the images and sketch them onto your canvases prior to the painting day, and there is a class size limit.
When we all meet to paint, you will have a bisque wear plate ready to paint with your pet or animal image sketched onto it.
Once you arrive, I will work with you to help you select paint colors for your portrait. I will also provide some general instructions about painting with ceramic paints, how to mix colors, how to use the different brushes, etc. I will also provide specific art instruction and guidance for your specific portrait.
The cost of the class includes a plate, ceramic paints, brushes, and other materials as needed to complete your painting including the firing of your ceramic art work.
$55.00 per person
I ask that you get me your photo if possible, one week before the scheduled class date, or earlier. This gives me time to prepare your plate for the class.
Because I need to pre-sketch your portrait, and I have limited spaces available, there will be no refunds for no shows.
We ask that you confirm your registration with a $35 dollar deposit per person. The additional $20 will be due when you arrive to take your class.

For your convenience, you can use this PayPal button to make your $35 deposit, per person.
PayPal accepts all credit and debit cards.
If you would rather mail me a check, you can send it to:
Robyn Chance
1725 Medallion Loop NW
Olympia, Washington 98502

I am also creating Pet Portraits and other Art Works using Ceramics
For Sale and By Commission
All the portraits you see here I've hand-drawn & hand-painted. These ceramic portraits have all been created using photographs supplied by the client, or in some cases, photographs I've taken myself.

Whatever medium you decide fits you best, you can rest assured that you will receive a beautiful, high-quality portrait, along with exceptional service that both you and your pet(s) deserve.

To find out more, or to discuss a commissioned piece, please contact me at:
robynchance@hotmail.com or by phone at (360) 292-3129

Here are some samples of the commissioned ceramic work I have created.