Folklore Friends #1 with Becky Zee: Meet Squeegee

February 23, 2025
1-4 pm

You are guaranteed to have a fantastic time in this adults-only ceramics class! Becky Zee will teach you the basics of critter construction by showing you step-by-step instructions in the first of this three-part series. You will make the basic body forms and then have the opportunity to add eyes, teeth, horns, hair, legs or whatever else you want to personalize them. When you are happy with your new folklore friend, you’ll be able to finish it up with colorful clay paints, all in one sitting! All creations will be given a waterproof clear glaze and fired off-site. Finished friends will be ready for pickup two weeks after the class at the Memphis Botanic Garden. The class fee includes all supplies and tools needed to bring your folklore friend to life. All you need to bring is your imagination. 

Category: 

• Art Class 

Skill level:  

• Entry – Everyone is welcome to join the class regardless of their skill level. 

What to expect: 

• You will learn to create a clay creature through step-by-step instructions. 
• You will have clay paints to decorate your new friend with.  

What’s included in this class: 

• Your cost covers all materials and tools needed for the class.  
• Three hours of instruction from artist Becky Zee, https://www.beckyzee.com/ 

Things to know: 

• This class is 18+.  
• The finished pieces will be returned to MBG for pickup after two weeks and attendees will be notified by the instructor. 
• Please make sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty with clay or paint. 

Pricing and registration deadline: 

• MBG Members $65/Non-Members $75 
• Register no later than February 20, 2025

This program is inspired by Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: Save the Humans Presented by International Paper. Learn more about this larger-than-life seasonal exhibition at membg.org/trolls.

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