7 week handbuilding course - £200.00pp

This 7 week course is the fabulous way to get feel for working with clay and learn the fundamentals of hand building, providing endless opportunity to make funky and exciting pieces. Throughout the weeks you will learn the three main handbuilding techniques (Pinch, Coil & Slab) before having 2 weeks of working on solo projects using all of the techniques learnt. (don’t worry I will be on hand to help and plan your creations) past projects have included Lamp Bases, Hanging plant pots, cake stands and teapots! We will also spend 2 weeks decorating your peices using coloured oxides, underglazes and glaze. By the end of the course you will have a beautiful selection of handmade ceramics to take home with you. Wether you have given pottery a go before or you are a complete beginner this course is the perfect option to refresh your knowledge, get creative and learn new skills.

I recommend wearing old clothes that you don’t love and shoes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty (aprons are provided). It is also easier to have trimmed nails as your hands will be your primary tools. Bringing a notebook along to jot down ideas may also be helpful to you.

Please note: This course runs on Wednesday evenings 18:00-20:00 for 7 weeks within an 8 week period with a break between weeks 6 & 7 to allow your pieces to dry before you return to decorate them in the final 2 weeks using colourful underglazes, oxides and glaze.

Cancellations and Refunds: If you are unable to attend one of the sessions, you can choose to book an additional self-directed session via the website. Self-directed sessions run on Thursdays from 16:00-20:00 for the fee of £20 per two hours. Please note these sessions are not taught although I will be on hand to ask any burning questions.

I am only able to keep your work for a maximum of two months after collection emails have been sent due to space restrictions, so please do ensure you get in touch as soon as possible to arrange collections/postage.