Teens May Clay Camp:

Course information

The three day teen course will enable your teen to build and develop a foundation knowledge of working with clay. Part 1 (27/05). Slab built vase's, developing construction skills and surface design techniques Part 2 (28/05): Hand built mug making and carving Part 3 (29/05): Completion of projects with time to have some hands on experience on the potters wheel. What’s included? 3 x 5 hour classes of practical making and learning time followed by time to clean up. Students are asked to come armed with images or sketches of potential design ideas for incorporation at the decorating stage, we will do our best to accommodate these in the designs. Sessions are 10am - 3pm on the following dates: Wednesday 27th May Thursday 28th May Friday 29th May 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. You can choose up to THREE of your favourite pieces to be fired and glazed. Additional pieces can be glazed and fired at a cost of £15 an item, payable before the end of the course. Work will be ready for collection approximately 4 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. With prior arrangement and payment of delivery fees work may be sent via courier or another mailing service. 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. Unfortunately as these are consecutive sessions any missed sessions will not be repeated. 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.