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Founded in 1999 by artist Michelle Lemire, Atelier Galerie d'art Solart offers you sculptures, funeral urns, jewelry, bowls and art teapots combining porcelain, stone, bronze, silver and gold as well as a coaching service, specialized training and periods of access to creative workshop spaces.

OFFER YOURSELF A COACHING OR PRIVATE TRAINING PACKAGE!


DO YOU WANT TO PERFECT YOUR ARTISTIC APPROACH?

Since 2001, it is within my business that my personalized educational approach allows me to transmit my expertise, my passion and my knowledges.

Exploring everyone's creative potential, sharing, researching, designing and developing new ideas, processes and interdisciplinary avenues are a great source of inspiration to me.

  • INTRODUCTION TO ENAMELING TECHNIQUES (1 private 2-hour class)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    INTRODUCTION TO ENAMELING TECHNIQUES (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    INTRODUCTION TO ENAMELING TECHNIQUES (1 private 2-hour class)
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    INTRODUCTION TO ENAMELING TECHNIQUES (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    DESCRIPTION:

    This training is designed for artists who wish to learn the basics of glazing or glaze their bisque-fired pieces, which they have previously created as part of a training course or through previous independent practice in the studio. It aims to develop the knowledge they need to gain the independence required to book access to Atelier Solart's glazing lab and complete their current and future ceramic art projects.

    TECHNIQUES COVERED:
    • Identifying the various glazes available in the glaze buckets on the wheels and learning how they look when fired on different types of clay.
    • Using the mixer and sieves to homogenize the glazes.
    • Cleaning pieces with a sponge in preparation for glazing.
    • Using tongs to glaze by dipping.
    • Using containers to glaze by pouring. 
    • Desired absorption rates, consistencies, and application thicknesses.
    • Possible glaze layering.
    • Using the banding wheel and various specialized brushes.
    • Applying wax to the bottom of pieces.
    • Pre-firing finishing and cleaning.
    • Arranging pieces in preparation for firing in the kiln room.
    PREREQUISITES:

    Participants must bring the bisque-fired pieces they wish to glaze.

    TERMS:

    Upon receipt of payment for your package, a personalized booking code will be sent to you by email. This code will allow you to book your training session directly online at no additional cost.

    Your training can take place over a short, intensive period or be spread out over a longer period. This means you can book time slots close together or further apart to suit your availability and learning pace.

    VIEW AVAILABLE TRAINING SESSION TIME SLOTS

    During your training, I will provide all the specialized tools and equipment required. During the months you are enrolled, you will also have access to free recycled clay and an individual storage shelf reserved for your personal belongings and projects in progress.

    The training registration fee includes teaching fees and the use of the studio spaces, tools, and equipment required during the training.

     

    ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS:
    • If you wish to have your pieces glaze-fired at the studio, a shared glaze-firing service is available by reservation. Glaze and glaze-firing fees will be charged pro rata based on the space your pieces occupy in the kiln when they are unloaded after firing.
    VIEW THE FIRING SERVICE AVAILABLE AT THE STUDIO.
    • If you wish to practice and optimize the integration of the techniques learned during your training, studio workstation access periods are available by reservation.
    VIEW AVAILABLE STUDIO WORKSTATION ACCESS PACKAGES
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  • BRUSH ENAMELING, CONTRASTS AND LIGHT EFFECTS ON BISQUE-FIRED CLAY (1 2-hour private lesson)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    BRUSH ENAMELING, CONTRASTS AND LIGHT EFFECTS ON BISQUE-FIRED CLAY (1 2-hour private lesson)

    $180.00

    BRUSH ENAMELING, CONTRASTS AND LIGHT EFFECTS ON BISQUE-FIRED CLAY (1 2-hour private lesson)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    BRUSH ENAMELING, CONTRASTS AND LIGHT EFFECTS ON BISQUE-FIRED CLAY (1 2-hour private lesson)

    $180.00

    The description of this training will be available online shortly.

    If you would like more information about this, please contact us directly by phone today at 819-428-1765 and we will be happy to assist you.

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  • ENAMELING OF COMPLEX AND LARGE-FORMAT PIECES (1 private 2-hour class)
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    ENAMELING OF COMPLEX AND LARGE-FORMAT PIECES (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    ENAMELING OF COMPLEX AND LARGE-FORMAT PIECES (1 private 2-hour class)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    ENAMELING OF COMPLEX AND LARGE-FORMAT PIECES (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    The description of this training will be available online shortly.

    If you would like more information about this, please contact us directly by phone today at 819-428-1765, and we will be happy to assist you.

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  • SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
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    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)

    $180.00

    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)
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    SURFACE TREATMENT- DECAL AND PORCELAIN PAINTING (1 PRIVATE 2 TO 3-HOUR CLASS)

    $180.00

    Seize the opportunity to acquire complementary skills that will allow you to take your artistic practice to another level and develop a distinctive stylized body of work.

    DESCRIPTION:

    Would you like to learn how to transfer an image, text, or photograph to create a unique and personalized artistic design? This advanced workshop is designed for artists wishing to deepen their knowledge of surface treatments in an intimate setting. It involves learning decalcomania and overglaze porcelain painting techniques. It aims to encourage the sharing of inspiration and to stimulate the exploration of new avenues.

    What is a ceramic decal?

    A ceramic decal is a transfer paper on which an image is printed. This paper receives a special treatment so that the design can be transferred onto a glazed ceramic object. A refractory paint is used and must be fired in a kiln to permanently fix the decal to the object.

    During this exclusive workshop, I will invite you to choose an existing decal or assist you in designing a custom one from an image of your choice using digital imaging, graphic design, and printing techniques. Then, I will guide you in cutting out and applying your decal to your piece. I will then help you add a unique and colorful artistic touch to your design by applying overglaze porcelain paints with a brush.

    During this training, I provide all the specialized tools and equipment required, a white glazed porcelain mug or bowl (which you can take home as a souvenir of your visit to Petite-Nation), porcelain paints, scanning or graphic design layout services for a personalized photo of your choice, and a third-firing service (you can take your piece home 30 minutes after the workshop).

    I look forward to having the opportunity to welcome you and share my passion for various decorating techniques!

    PREREQUISITES:

    To participate in this workshop, we suggest bringing at least two of your white or light-colored glazed porcelain pieces. Vases, bowls, sculptures, plaques, and plates are well suited for exploring these techniques. (If you do not have a current personal production, you will be able to use a commercial porcelain mug that will be made available to you during the workshop).

    TERMS:

    Receipt of your full payment officially confirms your registration for this training.

    Should the workshop be unable to take place due to inclement weather or another factor beyond our control, we will cancel the event and automatically refund you the full amount of your registration fees paid in advance.





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  • INTRODUCTION TO GLAZE COMPOSITION AND PREPARATION (1 private 2-hour class)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    INTRODUCTION TO GLAZE COMPOSITION AND PREPARATION (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    INTRODUCTION TO GLAZE COMPOSITION AND PREPARATION (1 private 2-hour class)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    INTRODUCTION TO GLAZE COMPOSITION AND PREPARATION (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    The description of this training will be available online shortly.

    If you would like more information about this, please contact us directly by phone today at 819-428-1765 and we will be happy to assist you.

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  • Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
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    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)
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    Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

    Surface treatments - Creating slip decorations (1 private 2-hour class)

    $180.00

    DESCRIPTION:

    This advanced workshop is designed for artists wishing to deepen their knowledge of surface treatments in an intimate setting. It involves learning slip decoration techniques on raw clay. It aims to encourage the sharing of inspiration and to stimulate the exploration of new avenues.

    Take the opportunity to acquire complementary skills that will allow you to add another dimension to your artistic practice and develop a distinctive stylized body of work.

    I look forward to having the opportunity to welcome you and share my passion for various decoration techniques!


    TECHNIQUES COVERED:

          • Preparation of white, black, and colored slips.
          • Applying slip with a brush.
          • Applying slip with a squeeze bottle.
          • Creating a crackled surface on a thrown piece to reveal the natural beauty of the clay using sodium silicate.
          • Creating patinas and monotypes by transferring slip onto newsprint
          • Incising through the slip with a needle tool.
          • Mishima inlay.

          PREREQUISITES:

          To participate in this workshop, we suggest bringing at least two of your leather-hard clay pieces. Vases, bowls, sculptures, slabs, and plates are well suited to exploring these techniques. (If you do not have any personal work in progress, you will be able to use raw clay slabs that will be made available to you during the workshop).

          TERMS:

          Receipt of your full payment officially confirms your registration for this training.

          Should the workshop be unable to take place due to inclement weather or  another factor beyond our control, we will cancel the event and automatically refund you the full amount of your registration fees paid in advance.


          THE TRAINING REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE:
          • Teaching fees.
          • Workshop technical preparation fees.
          • Use of the studio spaces
          • Use of the required tools and equipment
          • Use of the studio's recycled clay.
          • Use of slips made at the studio.

          ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS:

          • Specialty clays (porcelain, stoneware, etc.) are available for purchase at the studio shop, where you can make purchases according to your respective needs.

          VIEW THE RAW MATERIALS AVAILABLE AT THE STUDIO.
          • A shared bisque firing service is available at the studio. Firing fees will be charged pro rata based on the space used by your pieces in the kiln during the unloading of their bisque firing.
          • A shared glaze firing service and glazes are available at the studio. Glaze and glaze firing fees will be charged pro rata based on the space used by your pieces in the kiln during the unloading of their glaze firing.
          VIEW THE RATES AND TERMS OF THE FIRING SERVICE AVAILABLE AT THE STUDIO.
          • If you wish to practice and optimize the integration of the techniques learned during your training, studio workstation access periods are available by reservation.
          VIEW THE STUDIO WORKSTATION ACCESS PACKAGES 


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        • Surface treatments - Leather-effect engraving, tooling and image transfer (1 private 2-hour course)
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          Surface treatments - Leather-effect engraving, tooling and image transfer (1 private 2-hour course)

          $180.00

          Surface treatments - Leather-effect engraving, tooling and image transfer (1 private 2-hour course)
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          Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

          Surface treatments - Leather-effect engraving, tooling and image transfer (1 private 2-hour course)

          $180.00

          DESCRIPTION:

          This advanced workshop is designed for artists wishing to deepen their knowledge of ceramic surface treatments in an intimate setting. It involves the transmission of carving, image transfer, and other decorating techniques on leather-hard clay. It aims to encourage the sharing of inspiration and to inspire the exploration of new avenues.

          Seize the opportunity to acquire complementary skills that will allow you to add another dimension to your artistic approach and develop a distinctive stylized production.

          I look forward to having the chance to welcome you and share my passion for the various decorating techniques!


          TECHNIQUES COVERED:

          • Carving
          • Canneling
          • Faceting
          • Image transfer onto raw clay from transfer paper.
          • Carving stamps, blocks, and printing rollers.
          • Creating a piece with openwork walls.

                  PREREQUISITES:

                  To participate in this workshop, we suggest that you bring at least two of your leather-hard clay pieces. Vases, bowls, sculptures, slabs, and plates are well suited for exploring these techniques. (If you do not have any personal work in progress, you will be able to use raw clay slabs that will be made available to you during the workshop).

                  TERMS:

                  Receipt of your full payment officially confirms your registration for this training.

                  Should the workshop be unable to take place due to inclement weather or another factor beyond our control, we will cancel the event and automatically refund you the full amount of your previously paid registration fees.


                  THE TRAINING REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE:
                  • Teaching fees.
                  • Technical preparation fees for the workshops.
                  • Use of the workshop spaces
                  • Use of the required tools and equipment
                  • Use of the workshop's recycled clay.
                  • Use of the slips made at the workshop.

                  ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS:

                  • Specialty clays (porcelain, stoneware, etc.) are available for purchase at the workshop boutique; you can make your respective purchases according to your needs.

                  VIEW THE RAW MATERIALS AVAILABLE AT THE WORKSHOP.
                  • A shared bisque firing service is available at the workshop. Firing fees will be charged to you pro rata based on the space used by your pieces in the kiln during the unloading of their bisque firing.
                  • A shared glaze firing service and glazes are available at the workshop. Glaze and glaze firing fees will be charged to you pro rata based on the space used by your pieces in the kiln during the unloading of their glaze firing.
                  VIEW THE PRICES AND TERMS OF THE FIRING SERVICE AVAILABLE AT THE WORKSHOP.
                  • If you wish to practice and optimize the integration of the techniques learned during your training, workshop workstation access periods are available by reservation.
                  VIEW THE WORKSTATION ACCESS PACKAGES AT THE WORKSHOP 


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                • Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
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                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)

                  $180.00

                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)
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                  Atelier Galerie d'art Solart

                  Surface treatments - Creating textures and relief on raw clay (1 private 2-hour session)

                  $180.00

                  DESCRIPTION:

                  This refinement workshop is designed for artists wishing to deepen their knowledge of raw clay surface treatments in an intimate setting. It involves the transmission of low-relief, alteration, and texture-printing techniques on raw clay. It aims to encourage the sharing of inspiration among artists and to inspire the exploration of new avenues.

                  Take the opportunity to acquire complementary skills that will allow you to add another dimension to your artistic approach and develop a distinctive stylized production.

                  I look forward to having the chance to welcome you and share my passion for the different decoration techniques!


                  TARGETED TECHNIQUES:

                  • Texture printing using textured objects from our environment and natural elements.
                  • Volume alteration and relief creation using palettes.
                  • Coloring the clay body with pigments and oxides (Agathe ware)
                  • Modeling low-relief ornamental elements..
                  • Use of wooden batik blocks to stamp textures.
                  • Modeling clay seals, blocks, and printing rollers.
                  • Making plaster molds to create low-relief ornamental elements by pressing.


                      PREREQUISITES:

                      To participate in this workshop, we suggest you bring at least two of your soft clay pieces. Vases, bowls, sculptures, slabs, and plates are well suited for exploring these techniques. (If you do not have an ongoing personal production, you will be able to use raw clay slabs that will be made available to you during the workshop).

                      TERMS:

                      Receipt of your full payment officially confirms your registration for this training.

                      Should the workshop be unable to take place due to bad weather or another factor beyond our control, we will cancel the event and automatically refund you the full registration fees you previously paid.


                      THE TRAINING REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE:
                      • Teaching fees.
                      • Workshop technical preparation fees.
                      • Use of the workshop spaces
                      • Use of the required tools and equipment
                      • Use of the workshop's recycled clay
                      • The plaster required to make the pressing mold for an ornamental element.

                      ADDITIONAL SERVICES OFFERED ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS:

                      • Specialty clays (porcelain, stoneware, etc.) are available for purchase at the workshop boutique; you can make your purchases according to your respective needs.

                      CONSULT THE RAW MATERIALS AVAILABLE AT THE WORKSHOP.
                      • A shared bisque firing service is available at the workshop. Firing fees will be charged to you pro rata based on the space used by your pieces in the kiln during the unloading of their bisque firing.
                      • A shared glaze firing service and glazes are available at the workshop. Glaze and glaze firing fees will be charged to you pro rata based on the space used by your pieces in the kiln during the unloading of their glaze firing.
                      CONSULT THE PRICES AND TERMS OF THE FIRING SERVICE AVAILABLE AT THE WORKSHOP.
                      • If you wish to practice and optimize the integration of the techniques learned during your training, workshop workstation access periods are available by reservation.
                      CONSULT THE WORKSHOP WORKSTATION ACCESS PACKAGES 


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