Teens May Clay day

Course information

Spend a creative day getting hands-on with clay in this fun ceramics workshop designed especially for teenagers. You’ll learn the basics of shaping, building, and decorating your own ceramic pieces while experimenting with different techniques and tools. Whether you’re completely new to ceramics or already enjoy making art, this relaxed and supportive session is a great chance to try something new, develop your creativity, and take home your own handmade creations. You will explore slab building to create a small decorative vase and hand built mug; developing construction skills and surface design techniques. The afternoon will comprise of time to complete projects with time to have some hands on experience on the potters wheel. Minimum age is 12 years old and maximum age is 17 years old. What’s included? A whole day class of practical making and learning time followed by time to clean up. 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 note: Students will need to bring a packed lunch with them as there are no food services on site. Students will not be able to wonder around the site as it is a working farm and open to the public. Work will be ready for collection approximately 4-6 weeks after your last class. The process of drying and firing will be explained to you in detail at the time of your course or class. Where can it take you? With further lessons, you can go on to develop your throwing and hand 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 such as underglaze, sgraffito and glaze layering to further enhance your pieces. 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.