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Adult and Community Learning

Sculpture in Clay - Introductory: Tue 23 Feb, 12:25-14:55

Mode of study

Part Time

Start date

23/02/2027

Fee

£108.00

Entry requirements

This 10 hours course is suitable for students with some experience of working with clay. If you need any advice please contact acl@oaklands.ac.uk

Teaching staff

A skilled teacher

Course Code

CL240B1P

Duration

4-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

NEW for 26/27 unleash your creativity and discover the rewarding world of clay sculpture in this engaging, hands-on course. Ideal for beginners as well as those looking to refresh and develop their existing skills, you'll learn essential hand-building techniques while exploring form, texture, movement, and three-dimensional design. Guided by an experienced tutor, you'll create a variety of exciting projects, including human and animal forms, character design, expressive movement studies, and imaginative sculptural pieces. All projects are designed at a size suitable for kiln firing, allowing you to produce finished ceramic artworks to be proud of. Set within a friendly, supportive, and inspiring ceramics studio, this course offers the perfect environment to learn new skills, share ideas, and connect with fellow makers. Build your confidence, develop your artistic abilities, and bring your creative visions to life through the versatile medium of clay. All materials are provided but you will need to bring an apron and sketch/ note book.

Career options

You may wish to refresh or build on your skills with continuing by joining Pottery (Improvers/ Experienced).

The course fee includes a material charge to cover the cost of clay, glazing and firing. Materials to be provided by the student: An apron, sketch book/notebook.

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.