Rebecca Hutchinson

Paperclay, Building Sculpture With DIPPABLES

July 26 - 31, 2026

Open to All Skill Levels

Clay

Overview

This workshop navigates the unique method of building sculptural forms using absorbent found materials dipped into paperclay. This method, titled "DIPPABLES," involves taking domestic absorbent items—such as used garments, q-tips, and cotton balls—dipping them in a slurry of paperclay, and building forms either with or without armatures to the desired scale. This process is particularly interesting on a textural level - once fired, all the absorbent materials burn out, leaving a crusty, fossilized remnant. This intuitive and metaphorically rich workshop is meant for all skill levels. This workshop covers all aspects of mixing and working with paperclay, form building, and includes the experience of group firing.

Course Fee : $760.00

Scholarships & Material Fees

Need help covering workshop costs? Arrowmont offers financial aid opportunities to broaden access to our arts and craft programs. We believe a diverse community enriches the learning experience for all.

Material fees are not included in our national workshop costs, but are included with the cost of our winter short workshops. A material list with estimated costs will be emailed about 30 days before the national workshop begins.

TUITION & FEES

SCHOLARSHIPS

Cost Breakdown

Registration Fee

$50.00

One Week Workshop Tuition

$760.00

Estimated Cost*
*Fees exclude housing and meal plans

$810.00

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Artist Bio

Rebecca Hutchinson

Rebecca Hutchinson is a distinguished ceramic sculptor and Professor at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth, where she has taught Undergraduate and Graduate Ceramics for over twenty years. Her sculptural work is deeply informed by observations of the natural world, drawing inspiration from what she sees as its resilience and resourcefulness. Hutchinson's art has been exhibited extensively, both nationally at venues such as the Everson Museum of Art and the National Museum for Women in the Arts, and internationally at events including the Taiwan Ceramics Biennale, Keramikos International Della Ceramica D’Arte in Italy, and the Vendrell Biennale in Spain. Her recognized work has been published in over 80 international publications, and she has been the recipient of numerous grants, fellowships, and awards throughout her career.

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