Term 4 2024 Introduction to Clay Sunday 9.30am Helen Eatough – starts 20 October

Introduction to Clay: Discover the Art of Pottery

Our Introduction to Clay course is ideal for those new to the world of pottery, those interested in acquiring a new skill, or anyone seeking a refresher after time away from the craft. This course offers a comprehensive introduction, perfect for beginners or those looking to reconnect with the tactile and creative process of working with clay.

Over the span of nine weeks, you will spend three hours each week under the guidance of experienced tutors, who will teach you a range of essential techniques for working with clay.

Course Highlights:

• Explore Handbuilding: Gain an understanding of clay’s unique properties through various handbuilding techniques. You will work on projects that include pinch pots, coils, and slabs, providing a solid foundation in clay manipulation.
• Master the Potter’s Wheel: Focus on the basics of wheel throwing. You will learn to centre clay—an essential skill for all wheel-based pottery—before progressing to form cylinders and other simple shapes.
• Introduction to Glazing: Get acquainted with the glazing process using our selection of glazes. You will learn how to apply glazes effectively to enhance your finished pieces.
• Health and Safety: The course covers essential health and safety aspects of working with clay and pottery materials, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
• Toolkit: As part of the course, you will receive a pottery toolkit and an instruction booklet to support your learning journey.

Course Inclusions: Your course fee covers all necessary materials, including clay, glaze, a pottery toolkit, a techniques booklet, and the firing of up to 13 of your creations, allowing you to complete and take home your own pottery pieces.

Important Details:

• Duration: Three hours per week for a nine-week term.
• Fees: Includes tuition, clay, a pottery toolkit, techniques booklet, studio access, and glazing and firing services.
• What to Bring: Please bring an apron, an old towel or microfibre cloth for cleaning up, wear sturdy, covered shoes, tie back long hair, and leave any precious jewellery at home for safety.
• Studio Clean-Up: To maintain a safe and healthy environment, it is a requirement of class attendance that participants clean their workspaces and assist with the general clean-up of the workshop at the end of each class.

Join us in this welcoming and creative environment, where you will develop new skills and unlock the artist within. Enrol today and begin your pottery journey with us.