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Pottery

Explore a range of techniques using clay to develop skills, confidence and creative self-expression.

Please check the course description carefully. These courses are non-refundable so please ensure you can commit to the whole course before you book and pay.

Course Information

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  • Course Type Adult - Leisure
  • Subject Area Art and Craft
  • Qualification N/A
  • Study Mode: Part Time Only
  • Course Level All levels
  • Location Victoria Yard
  • Course Length 9 weeks (1 day per week)
Overview

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Beginners will be introduced to the fundamentals of pottery: hand-building techniques, throwing and glazing. More experienced students can develop their own projects with guidance from the tutor. There are no additional costs for firing or materials; make wonderful pots to take home!

Experience dynamic learning with a blend of demonstrations, interactive group sessions, and personalised one-on-one guidance. Our atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming—a perfect retreat after a long day, offering a chance for uninterrupted creative expression.

Beginners will study:

  • Hand-building techniques: pinch pots, coil pots, slabs
  • Throwing bowls on the potters wheel
  • Turning/trimming on the potters wheel
  • Decorative techniques and glazing
  • Throwing cylinders for mugs, vases and jugs
  • Attaching handles and sprigs

Experienced will study:

  • Throwing plates, bottles and lidded forms
Entry Requirements

Any work in three dimensions, but no prior experience is required. All abilities are welcome.

Refund Policy

Please check the course description carefully. These courses are non-refundable so please ensure you can commit to the whole course before you book and pay.

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