Pottery Workshop (Improvers/Experienced): Aut Tue 13:00-15:45

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

30/09/2025

Fee

£259.00

Entry requirements

You need to have completed Pottery - TRY A NEW CRAFT/ or a Beginners course (approximately 20 hours). It is not suitable for complete beginners.

Teaching staff

A skilled teacher

Course Code

CL141A1P

Duration

8-weeks

Location

St Albans Campus

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

The learners progress and achievement will be observed on an individual basis, with support and encouragement as required.

About the course

Offered over 8 weeks with each session being 2 hours, 45 minutes. It aims to encourage each learner to produce pottery of a high standard, working at their own pace, in a friendly and relaxed environment. You will continue to develop your skills in clay preparation, (wedging and kneading), slab building, coiling and throwing i.e. centering/cylinders and turning. The use of slips and glazing techniques. Please note this course is not suitable for complete beginners, refer to 'What are the Coures Requirements', for more information. You will have access to clay (buff and terracotta) and a selection of underglazes, glazes and slips.

Career options

Continue with the next course to extend your knowledge and develop your own individual style. Additional short or one-day workshops will be offered, including Vase in Day and our NEW Sculpture in Clay, 2 day course.

Course Content - What will I learn?

The course offers a variety of forms of clay work. Learn/develop your techniques in coiling, slab-ware, wheel-work, slip ware, glazing (spraying, dipping and pouring) and decorating.

The course fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing, up to a maximum weight of 1.5kg. If 1.5kg is exceeded then additional costs will apply. Materials to be provided by the student: An apron, sketch book/notebook. Students will be advised on any further items they may require for individual projects.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

The learners progress and achievement will be observed on an individual basis, with support and encouragement as required.

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