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HANDBUILDING TECHNIQUES – SLAB BUILDING
HAND BUILDING TECHNIQUES - SLAB BUILDING
In these classes we will teach techniques to use for flatware and vessels and ways of embellishing your final pieces. We will teach draping methods and the use of press moulds to form your pieces as well as finishing techniques including texture and resist.
You need to bring an apron, not mind getting your hands and other bits covered in clay - and have a creative drive to learn.
Please use the drop down menu to choose the avialable course and add it to your basket to confirm your place.
PLEASE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A SUITABLE TIME FOR YOUR COURSE - WE ARE VERY FLEXIBLE. tHE PRICE IS FOR ONE HOUR OF ONE TO ONE TUITION.
MAKE YOUR PET IN CLAY USING HANDBUILDING TECHNIQUES
MAKE YOUR PET IN CLAY USING HANDBUILDING TECHNIQUES
Would you like to learn how to make animals in clay - and in particular a scuplture of your special pet? In this class you will learn all the appropriate techniques to do so!
Please bring an apron and some picures or drawings of your pet from all angles and we will guide you through the rest.
THROWING ON THE WHEEL – ADVANCED TECHNIQUES
THROWING ON THE WHEEL - ADVANCED TECHNIQUES
If you have attended our IMPROVERS CLASS and are ready to move on to advanced techniques this is for you. In these classes you will hone your skills to a high level and learn how to finish your pots by turning the bases, and how to make jug and mug handles in a professional way. We can also approach using more 'difficult' clays such as porcelain. You will learn how to alter thrown shapes and join two thrown vessels together, and coil throwing.
You need to bring an apron, not mind getting your hands and other bits covered in clay - and have a creative drive to learn.
PLEASE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A SUITABLE TIME FOR YOUR COURSE - WE ARE VERY FLEXIBLE. tHE PRICE IS FOR ONE HOUR OF ONE TO ONE TUITION.
THROWING ON THE WHEEL – BEGINNERS
tHROWING ON THE WHEEL - BEGINNERS
Have you always wanted to learn to throw pots on the wheel? Have you been glued to The Great Pottery Throwdown and wondered if you could do it too?
Well now you can try it out and progress at your own speed in a class of 2 people. This gives ample time for indivicual tuition and for progression at your own pace. You will learn the essential starting techniques of centering the clay and raising the walls of the vessel. You can practice at your own pace in a supportive environment. There is no pressure at all and don't worry if you can't do it first time - after a few classes you will be really pleased with the results. We will start small and grow with you.
You need to bring an apron, not mind getting your hands and other bits covered in clay - and have a creative drive to learn.
PLEASE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A SUITABLE TIME FOR YOUR COURSE - WE ARE VERY FLEXIBLE. tHE PRICE IS FOR ONE HOUR OF ONE TO ONE TUITION.
THROWING ON THE WHEEL – IMPROVERS
THROWING ON THE WHEEL - IMPROVERS
Have you attended our BEGINNERS CLASSES or do you have some experience in throwing but want to build on and improve your skills? If so, this course is for you. You will learn how to throw bigger pots, taller and wider ones and larger bowls and plates.
You need to bring an apron, not mind getting your hands and other bits covered in clay - and have a creative drive to learn.
PLEASE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A SUITABLE TIME FOR YOUR COURSE - WE ARE VERY FLEXIBLE. tHE PRICE IS FOR ONE HOUR OF ONE TO ONE TUITION.