Pottery: clay modelling courses

You may also be interested in: Figurative sculpture | Metal clay & silver clay jewellery | Plaster sculpture | Polymer clay jewellery | Powertex sculpture | Sculpture

Learn how to make tiles, pots, portraits, brooches, hanging ornaments and much more. Experiment with sculpting and hand building skills with different types of clay in these fun workshops.

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Hare sculpture one day workshop in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

Hare sculpture one day workshop in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

In-person course

*** Covid-19 Update - we are up and running again, yay! woop woop ;-) Workshops are available from July onwards. We have worked hard to adhere to Government guidelines. Full details available by sending a message. Sculpt your very own moon gazing or ‘in motion’ hare! No experience needed as Jo will demonstrate and guide you through every step. We start with a steel stand and aluminium wire armature which has been pre-made for you (although later in the day we will make an armature together so you can understand...

Art classes for beginners and intermediates

Art classes for beginners and intermediates

In-person course

The classes run termly on a Tuesday evening 6.30-9.00 or Wednesday 4.30-6.30. They are aimed at beginners and intermediates who would like to gain confidence to create their own artwork and those who want to gain new skills. Beginners will have an introduction to a range of different materials, disciplines and styles in art history. Intermediates will be encouraged to develop their skills and explore project based work. Materials and methods offered include drawing, painting, printing, collage, mixed media and plaster casting, as well as clay modelling and construction in...

Clay sculpture workshop

Clay sculpture workshop

In-person course

I began teaching a few sculpture courses each summer over 4 years ago. It is nothing smart, only 4 people in my working studio at any time. There is often a vast mix of abilities, often no experience – sometimes a lot! There is always a lot to learn from another sculptors’ way of working. We each start by rolling out a pancake of clay and making an owl, to allow everyone to get used to using the clay (grogged paper clay). Working with a hollow shape, pushing out from...

Pottery / Ceramics Throwing Courses in Worcester

Pottery / Ceramics Throwing Courses in Worcester

In-person course

Worcestershire - Next course on 8th July 2020

Pottery throwing sessions for up to 3 people, each with a potter's wheel (can sometimes cater for more - please enquire). Adult tuition run throughout the year with Chris Greening in North Worcester. You can choose to book either a one-off lesson that is suitable for absolute beginners as well as those revisiting skills that may have got rusty or, sign up for multiple sessions to complete a pottery project. We will use earthenware (the clay used in garden pots) clay with coloured slips (liquid clay) which gives a wide...

Pottery / ceramics / wheel throwing full day Dudley, Wolverhampton

Pottery / ceramics / wheel throwing full day Dudley, Wolverhampton

In-person course

West Midlands - Next course on 8th July 2020

6 students are able to safely socially distance in our 3 separate studio spaces each with their allocated wheels, tools and washing facilities. Please ask for our protocol and access statement. Special rates for exclusive household groups including children Please click 'View course organiser's website' above where there is detailed course information including booking details location and access arrangements. In brief our one day ceramics and pottery workshops can include a full day of throwing on the wheel and/or handbuilding and sculpting with clay. Complementary drinks and cakes also available...

Create a pottery animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics

Create a pottery animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics

In-person course

The ceramic animal workshops are perfect for the complete beginner and for those who have experience of handling clay! Using a step by step approach I will teach you some of the key sculpting skills needed, and in the process you will create your very own masterpiece to be proud of! The choice is yours- You can create any of the following animals such as- Highland Cows, Moon Gazing & Resting Hares, Frogs, Hounds, Cats, Alpacas, Smoking Dragons, Donkeys, Quirky Owls......and much more! These are small group workshops and are...

Potters wheel throwing for beginners Trentham Stoke-on-Trent flexible dates to suit you and set dates available.

Potters wheel throwing for beginners Trentham Stoke-on-Trent flexible dates to suit you and set dates available.

In-person course

The day will cover the following elements: - Clay preparation - Centring the clay - Throwing cylinders with the aim of producing forms of even thickness. - Developing basic forms - Wiring pots off the wheel If you are booking two or more places there is a discount of £25 per person. There is a maximum of four places available to book for this course per workshop, giving the opportunity for focused tuition. If booking for one person you have the option to bring someone with you to observe. We...

Pottery classes at The Ceramic Studio Brenchley Kent

Pottery classes at The Ceramic Studio Brenchley Kent

In-person course

Our classes cater for all levels from beginner to professional. Our friendly and dedicated tutors teach all aspects of ceramics from hand building and throwing on a potter’s wheel, to a full range of decorating and glazing techniques. We offer a variety of times and days as the studio is open six days a week and for two evenings. Courses are paid for termly and we do require you to commit to a whole term of classes. Each session is three hours long. This is an 8 week term with...

Figurative sculpture 2 day course: sculpt a plaster cast

Figurative sculpture 2 day course: sculpt a plaster cast

In-person course

Buckinghamshire - Next course on 11th July 2020

Sculpt pieces of Michelangelo's David! On this 2 day sculpture course, you will be introduced and acquire the foundations of sculpting through developing your artistic observational skills and gaining knowledge of sculpture structure and anatomy. You will create your sculptures out of water-based clay. The sculpture course will run over two days with a hour long break each day for lunch. You have the opportunity to photograph your work at the end of the course and have a short informal critique.

Mug making workshop

Mug making workshop

In-person course

A 3.5 hour workshop in which I'll guide you through making two mugs using rolled out clay. The workshop will take place in my studio near Bedford, Bedfordshire. The clay will be rolled out and for you ready to start when you arrive. I’ll guide you through the process of making your mugs, including showing you some ideas for texturing or patterning your clay. You will make two mugs, same or different size and design, up to you! It's a chance to spend a couple of hours just switching off...

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