Visual Arts at The Banff Centre

Ceramics Facilities and Equipment

Individual ceramic studios are approximately 30 square metres (350 square feet), each with a sink, tables, ware carts, etc. Artists are encouraged to bring their own hand tools.

 


Clay Mixing and Storage Room:

  • Estrin Mixer
  • Clay storage
  • Bailey Mixer / Pug mill
  • Scrap clay bin (free)
  • Hammer mill

Glaze Room:

  • Spray Booth
  • Lightnin’ glaze mixer
  • Air brush
  • Broad range of materials

Kiln Room:

  • Ten electric kilns
  • Three gas kilns
  • Sandblaster
  • Hydraulic forklift

Outdoor Area:

  • Two-chamber wood kiln
    (90 cubic feet)
  • Salt/soda kiln
  • Raku / low-fire area
  • Small wood kiln

Other Facilities:

  • Wheels - Shimpo, Brent, Pacifica, etc.
  • Plaster room - molds, casting
  • Extruders (3 - one hydraulic)
  • Ball Mills (2)
  • Brent slab roller
  • A variety of hand tools
  • Lounge area
  • Scenic outdoor balcony

For more information contact:
Ed Bamiling, Ceramics Facilitator
Email: ed_bamiling@banffcentre.ca
Phone: 1.403.762.6211
Fax: 1.403.762.6665