Pottery: clay sculpture, slip casting and mould making courses

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Clay sculpture courses, classes and workshops taught by independent ceramic artists are available across the UK. Learn the techniques of sculpting with clay; slip casting and mould making and take your ceramic work to the next level.

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Green Man! 1 day sculpture workshop using Pal Tiya Premium

Green Man! 1 day sculpture workshop using Pal Tiya Premium

Leicestershire - Next course on 2nd November 2019

Green Man Workshop! Choose to spend a day at Dallacre Farm set in beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, creating a unique Green Man garden sculpture using a fantastic non-firing clay, Pal Tiya Premium. Weta workshop uses this product extensively to create large sculptures for private commissions and more. Learn how to sculpt the core in tin foil and other materials before applying the product. As our clay doesn't shrink during the curing process, there is scope to use it over items such as glass jars etc that just isn't possible with normal...

Tree stump planter workshop! 1 day sculpture workshop using Pal Tiya Premium

Tree stump planter workshop! 1 day sculpture workshop using Pal Tiya Premium

Leicestershire - Next course on 30th November 2019

Tree stump planter workshop! Choose to spend a day at Dallacre Farm set in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, creating a unique Tree stump planter for your garden using a fantastic non-firing clay, Pal Tiya Premium. Customise your planter however you like, it could be a fairy house or have a Green man face, the possibilities are endless! Weta workshop uses this product extensively to create large sculptures for private commissions and more. Ideal class for complete beginners, or more experienced sculptors that want to learn the techniques of this exciting...

Clay sculpture workshop

Clay sculpture workshop

Somerset - Next course on 30th May 2020

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...

Pewter casting & sculpture workshops - London

Pewter casting & sculpture workshops - London

London - Next course on 11th January 2020

Description Discover the art of pewter casting using the ancient ‘lost wax method’ in this 4 session course. Make a sculpture from wax or clay to cast in pewter. Explore and experiment with new sculpture techniques. What is Pewter? It’s a silver coloured metal alloy containing over 90% tin with copper and bismuth to strengthen it. Traditionally it would contain lead but the pewter we use is lead free so it’s less toxic to melt and work. Why use pewter? It’s a soft metal so it’s easy to cut and...

Sculpture: make and create at the Mary Ward Centre (concessions available)

Sculpture: make and create at the Mary Ward Centre (concessions available)

London - Next course on 1st May 2020

Make and create with this enjoyable, experimental and imaginative sculpture course where you will learn a broad range of techniques to realise your project. Work with Ceramics, Wirework, Metal, Wood and Found Objects. Work independently or follow set projects. Whether a beginner or experienced come and enjoy the process of making. Who is this course for Anyone who has the desire to make, explore materials and have fun! So beginners to the more experienced makers. What does this course cover A variety of 'making' techniques which will be project related...

The Bone Beneath the Skin at Studio 27B

The Bone Beneath the Skin at Studio 27B

Kent - Next course on 10th January 2020

Beat the post holiday January blues with this absorbing three day intensive making a portrait in clay from life with sculptor Brook Hobbins. We’ll be working from the inside out as we explore the underlying structure of the human head – before moving on to put the ‘flesh on the bones’. The first day will be spent working from replica skulls and our sitter will join us on days two and three.

Create a ceramic animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics

Create a ceramic animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics

West Yorkshire - Next course on 19th October 2019

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 & Restinges Hares, Hounds, Cats, Alpacas, Smoking Dragons, Wonkey Donkeys, Quirky Owls......and much more! These are small group (max 9) workshops...

Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

Have your ceramic shape ideas transformed from sketches into plaster moulds ready for slip casting, or attend an in-depth course to be taken through this process with expert guidance. With over 30 years’ experience as a professional ceramic shape designer, product developer and educator, I’m able to assist all makers with their design ideas and small batch ceramic production projects. I teach ‘one-to-one’ at dates to suit you, my tuition fee is £250 per day. I offer a discount for two/three guests attending at the same time. I'm very flexible...

Creating Ceramic Animals Courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

Creating Ceramic Animals Courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

Oxfordshire - Next course on 26th October 2019

Spend two days learning how to make clay animals using a contemporary technique that is loose, expressive and breaks all the rules. The course is great for beginners and experienced artists alike. And the best part is that you can make pretty much whatever animals you like too. The course is taught by artists, James Ort and Alison Pink. They specialise in a form of contemporary clay modelling which pushes clay to its limits – it’s a fast, easy to learn technique which brings life, energy and grace to the...

Ceramic sculpture for all abilities in Kent

Ceramic sculpture for all abilities in Kent

Kent - Next course on 1st November 2019

Brenda Burgess welcomes students of all abilities to her ceramic sculpture workshops in some of the loveliest places. Clay is an amazing material and Brenda provides quality tuition in a relaxed and supportive environment to allow you to explore your creativity. Brenda truly welcomes students of all abilities to these session. Student numbers are limited to allow for plenty of tuition time. Friendly, supportive and fun sessions. Suitable for unusual team builders and hen days. Please email with any enquiries.

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