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6 Week Hand Building | Beginner

£280.00
Date:

6th Apr- 11th May, Monday evening, 6.30-8.30/9.00 PM

18th May-22nd Jun, Monday evening, 6.30-8.30/9.00 PM

Course Overview

This course is designed especially for beginners, offering a gentle introduction to hand-building techniques. You’ll be guided through essential methods like pinch pots, coil building, slab work, and glazing.

What You Will Make

Throughout the course, you’ll create a range of functional pieces such as bowls, cups, plates, or small vessels, while also having the freedom to explore more personal or sculptural forms. By the end of the course, you’ll build a small collection of handmade pieces and feel confident enough to continue making independently.

Kurinuki and Eastern Ceramic Techniques

A highlight of the course is a dedicated session on Eastern techniques, where you’ll create a Kurinuki cup by carving directly from a solid block of clay using knives or wire. This method encourages a slower, more intuitive way of working, with a focus on texture, form, and material.

Small Group Pottery Classes (Max 6 Students)

Each class is limited to a maximum of 6 students, allowing for a more focused and supportive learning environment. This ensures more one to one guidance throughout the course.

For those who have completed this beginner course and are interested in progressing, we also offer intermediate hand-building courses—check our website for details. Alternatively, if you’d like to join our studio as a member, you can find more information online.

6th Apr- 11th May, Monday evening, 6.30-8.30/9.00 PM

18th May-22nd Jun, Monday evening, 6.30-8.30/9.00 PM

Course Overview

This course is designed especially for beginners, offering a gentle introduction to hand-building techniques. You’ll be guided through essential methods like pinch pots, coil building, slab work, and glazing.

What You Will Make

Throughout the course, you’ll create a range of functional pieces such as bowls, cups, plates, or small vessels, while also having the freedom to explore more personal or sculptural forms. By the end of the course, you’ll build a small collection of handmade pieces and feel confident enough to continue making independently.

Kurinuki and Eastern Ceramic Techniques

A highlight of the course is a dedicated session on Eastern techniques, where you’ll create a Kurinuki cup by carving directly from a solid block of clay using knives or wire. This method encourages a slower, more intuitive way of working, with a focus on texture, form, and material.

Small Group Pottery Classes (Max 6 Students)

Each class is limited to a maximum of 6 students, allowing for a more focused and supportive learning environment. This ensures more one to one guidance throughout the course.

For those who have completed this beginner course and are interested in progressing, we also offer intermediate hand-building courses—check our website for details. Alternatively, if you’d like to join our studio as a member, you can find more information online.

What’s Included:

All clay, glazes, and basic tools are provided during the class. While we encourage creativity, we ask that you only fire the pieces you truly love to support sustainability. The studio will fire 6 pieces per student, with each piece no larger than 10cm in diameter and 15cm in height. Larger pieces can be fired for an additional cost.

Tool Kit:

You’ll need an eight-piece pottery tool kit and a breathable storage pouch, which can be purchased at the studio for £12 (normally £15). You’re also welcome to bring your own tools if you have them.

Missed Classes:

We regret if you miss a class, we’re unable to offer a replacement session, but we’ll do our best to help you catch up during the next class.

We are looking forward to seeing you in the Trace Ceramics Studio!

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

  • If you cancel 15 days or more before the course start date, you’ll receive a full refund, be offered a rescheduled course, or be given a gift code to use later, with a £10 booking fee deduction.

  • For cancellations made 10-15 days before the course, a 50% refund will be issued, and a £10 booking fee deduction.

  • Unfortunately, cancellations made within 9 days of the course start date are non-refundable.

  • Gift Cards are non-refundable

  •  Thank you for your understanding.