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This 8 week course is offered in a relaxed, friendly and welcoming environment, for complete beginners and those with a little experience in ceramics, who wish to experience the creative and absorbing possibilities offered with clay.
During the course the tutor will provide group demonstrations and individual support, to ensure learners can work at their own level and pace.
This course can be used to gain confidence and relaxation.
No previous knowledge is required just a keen interest in Ceramics. Full demonstrations and guidance will be given by the tutor.
This 8 week course will give you a working knowledge of basic construction handbuilding (no wheel throwing) & decorative method within ceramics. it covers an introduction into coiling and slab building, preparation methods and basic surface decoration using coloured slips - trailing and sgraffito.
Methods will be presented by demonstrations, handouts and examples of finished samples, enabling each individual’s creativity to develop.
Please bring an apron or overall to use, and please wear suitable clothing and footwear to all sessions.
Class dates, for 6th March 2024 start (Instance 2324C, Wednesday's 6.15-8.15pm):-
Week 1 | 6th March | |
Week 2 | 13th March | |
Week 3 | 20th March | |
EASTER | 27th March | NO CLASS |
EASTER | 3rd April | NO CLASS |
Week 4 | 10th April | |
Week 5 | 17th April | |
Week 6 | 24th April | |
Week 7 | 1st May | |
TEACHER NOT AVAILABLE | 8th May | NO CLASS |
Week 8 | 15th May |
Class dates, for 1st March 2024 start (Instance 2324H & 2324I, Friday's 10.00-12.00noon (H) & 13.00-15.00 (I)):-
Week 1 | 1st March 24 | |
Week 2 | 8th March | |
Week 3 | 15th March | |
Week 4 | 22nd March | TBC |
EASTER | 29th March | NO CLASS |
EASTER | 5th April | NO CLASS |
Week 5 | 12th April | |
Week 6 | 19th April | |
Week 7 | 26th April | |
Week 8 | 3rd May |
At the start of the course, you will decide what you want to gain from the course.
Group discussions and opportunities to chat with the tutor at the end of the course will offer reflection of what you have learnt and how you have improved your skills.
You may wish to progress to one of our Art and Design courses at either level 2 or level 3.
Please enrol online by clicking on the Enrol button above. If you are under 19 or haven’t lived in the UK for the last three years, please contact the college either in person or by phone on 01743 342333 between 9.00am-5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 9.00am-4.30pm on Friday to discuss your options further.
You will be required to pay any course fees at the time of enrolment, so please ensure that you have your payment method ready.