10 Wk Introduction to All Things Pottery

Service Description

Do you want to try working with clay but not sure where to start or just need a bit of support? Our 10 Week Introduction to Clay is a guided course that will help you explore this marvelous material and the different techniques we can use to create your own handmade pieces. Guided by an expert tutor, each session builds your confidence and clay knowledge while giving you space to explore your own ideas. Over the 10 weeks, you’ll: • Week 1 – Pinch Pots: Get to know clay and create your first hand-built pieces. • Week 2 – Coiling : Build larger forms using coils and simple joining techniques. • Week 3 – Rolling & Moulds: Roll and shape clay to make bowls, plates and dishes. • Week 4 – Slab Building: Create more structured forms such as mugs and boxes. • Week 5 – Surface Decoration: Explore texture, stamps, mark making and slip. • Week 6 – Pottery Wheel: Learn the basics of centring, opening and pulling clay. • Week 7 – Wheel Skills: Build confidence and develop simple thrown forms. • Week 8 – Trimming & Finishing: Refine your work, trim bases and add handles. • Week 9 – Glazing: Explore glaze choices and application techniques. • Week 10 – Final Finishing: Complete glazing and bring your pieces together. No experience needed, refreshments included, aprons available. Just bring yourselves and expect to get a little messy! Finished items charged at £8 per KG.