Pottery experience taster session

Course information

An ideal session for those looking to try a new creative hobby. This 2 hour experience will allow you to undertake both a handbuilding project and work on the wheel to create a small bowl. This is a private session that is suitable for beginners. Explore using the slab method to make a handbuilt mug. This session focuses on the techniques of making and some decorative techniques using carving tools or by adding 3D elements. If time permits you may be able to use underglaze to develop further decoration to complete your master piece! In addition you will be Introduced to the potter's wheel, taking time to center the clay and form a cylinder before developing basic shapes and forms to create a bowl. What’s included? 2 hours of practical making and learning time followed by time to clean up and follow best H&S practice in a studio setting. Each step of the pottery journey will be explained as the lesson progresses and questions are welcomed! Where can it take you? With further lessons, you can go on to develop your throwing and building skills; developing more complex vessel shapes and also learn how to turn and finish the bases of your pots. If desired, you can even explore how to incorporate decoration and glaze to further enhance your pieces! Minimum participant age 16 years old. All tools, equipment, materials, and firing, as described below, are included. You will be provided with an apron, but it is advisable that you wear clothing that you don’t mind getting muddy! Please be advised that long nails or nail extensions can make wheel throwing tricky. You will be emailed when your work is ready for collection, this will be approximately 4-6 weeks after your class. With prior arrangement and payment of delivery fees work may be sent via courier or another mailing service. The firing and dying process takes time and can take longer when the weather is colder; Clay must be bone dry before going in the kiln for its bisque firing to 1000 degrees and then time is taken to glaze your piece before its final firing to 1220 degrees. Each firing takes 24hrs in total before the kiln can be opened. Please read the terms and conditions by following the link at the bottom of this page before booking. PACEMAKER: All potters wheels (every brand) are potentially harmful to a person who has a pacemaker you must seek information and guidance from your doctor.