What is the course about?
This is an inspiring ceramics course concentrating on building skills in throwing and hand-building. This course will introduce beginner and intermediate learners to a range of new techniques and approaches. You will work in different clay body types and learn about kiln firing processes. You will also learn the techniques of applying coloured slip and glaze as a means of surface decoration. More experienced learners will be able to work on their own projects. You will get lots of encouragement, stimulation and assistance to achieve your goals and develop your skills and practice.
Suitable for all levels, no prior knowledge of ceramics is required to attend this course. The course is ideal for beginners, or those who have some understanding of ceramic processes and would like to work more independently.
You will learn a range of hand building techniques e.g. coiling, slab-building, press-moulding. Practice and develop fundamental throwing and turning techniques. Explore surface decoration techniques such as slip and glaze application. Demonstrate awareness of Health and Safety issues in ceramics through safe studio practice, with consideration towards other students and staff.
Learners will receive feedback on progress from the tutor on a regular basis. At the end of the course learners will assess their individual progress and progression with the tutor.
Although decoration and glaze materials are included, we do make a charge (priced per kilo) for the clay used before the first firing.
By the end of the course learners will be able to independently using a range of construction techniques and enhance completed work with surface decoration and/or glazing.
You can develop your skills further on one of our specialist ceramics short courses in the daytime or evening, or take an accredited course starting in September.
