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Pottery

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

If you withdraw from the course before the start date you will be entitled to a refund of tuition fees, providing you have informed the college at least two weeks before the course start date.

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  • Course Type Adult - Leisure
  • Subject Area Art and Design
  • Study Mode: Leisure
  • Course Level All levels
  • Location Victoria Yard
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.
All Leisure Courses are for adults aged 19+

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