6 Week ‘Everything Pottery’ Course
Levels
0 & 1
Ever wanted to try pottery but didn’t know where to start? Well this course is for you!
This is the EVERYTHING course. Perfect for beginners or those who want to brush up on their skills!
Workshop Description
The course runs over 6 weeks and includes learning hand building & pottery wheel basics. (16yrs+only)
This is limited to 8 students so lots of guidance :)
This include all tuition, clay, tools, materials & refreshments inc biscuits 😉
Additional firing costs at £10 per kilo of work (includes bisc and glaze firing costs)
Course includes:
Studio set-up & safety
Learn about clay, tools & equipment
Learn basic throwing, trimming & hand building techniques
Practical fun with hand building pottery & on the pottery wheel
Learn basic Glazing and firing
Each 2.5hr session includes 15-20 minutes clean up which is crucial in the pottery world. It ensures students and team members can work in a safe and healthy studio)
If you finish earlier than expected you are welcome to continue working and using the space
Any pots that are kept will be charged at a rate of 10£ per kilo of work (weighed at pick up)
You will be able to take home your masterpieces- which should be ready for collection within 5-6 weeks depending on the weather!
You can view our terms of service here.
Course Outline
Our 6-week "Everything" Ceramic Course covers a wide range of techniques, guiding you through the entire process from handbuilding to wheel throwing and finishing:
Week 1: Introduction to ceramics and basic handbuilding techniques
Explore the ceramic process with a mini pinch, coil, and slab project to get comfortable with clay forms.
Week 2: Personal project development
Start forming your own piece using any handbuilding technique of your choice, developing your creative idea.
Week 3: Decorating and surface techniques
Learn trimming, and decorate your piece using slips, carving, or etching to add texture and detail.
Week 4: Wheel throwing fundamentals
Discover how to throw on the wheel, creating symmetrical forms and developing core throwing skills.
Week 5: Trimming and adding slip on the wheel
Practice trimming your thrown piece and applying slips to enhance surface decoration and texture.
Week 6: Glazing and finishing day
Finalize your project with glazing techniques, completing your ceramic piece with colour and finish. Item description
Lessons are 2.5 hours each (some may be shorter depending on progress, but you’re welcome to continue using the space if this occurs. We always finish with at least 20 minutes for cleaning).
You can view our terms of service here.
Cost
Daytime Course: £265 (6 sessions) Inc VAT
Evening/ Weekend Course: £270 per person (6 sessions) inc VAT
Any pots that are kept & fired will be charged at a rate of 10£ per kilo of work (weighed at pick up)
We also have a Pay It Forward scheme to help make our courses accessible to everyone. If you're able to support this initiative, please consider making a donation via the TIP option at checkout, which helps us provide discounted spots.
We offer one subsidised spot per course at a 20% discount. To apply, please visit our pricing options page.
You can view our refund & rescheduling policy here.