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In this two day workshop we will delve in to the broad varieties of mark making on clay. Learn to slab-build with maker and tutor Jessica Thorn and create your own hand-built vessels. ABOUT THE COURSE Day 1. Mark Making and decorating. You will be given demonstrations into slip decoration using porcelain slips, mono printing, drawing in clay & using found objects to make tools. In the afternoon you will create a collection of tiles to be able to test these processes out. This will allow you to build a catalogue of techniques and experiments for you to use in the future. Day 2. Introduction to Slab building. You will be given a demonstration into the fundamentals of slab building, and how you can use templates to build and create vessels that you have designed. You can then spend the rest of the day, creating one to two vessels combining the mark making and slab building techniques. Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring an apron. You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio. Accommodation You will be staying in our stylish accommodation on site. You will have a room of your own and access to a shared kitchen. Catering This weekend residential course will be catered by our new on-site café Blend. Breakfast and Lunch will be served in the café Blend on Saturday and Sunday. For your evening meal, you will have access to a fully equipped kitchen in your accommodation. Alternatively, we have a number of recommendations for eateries in Cirencester. If you are attending the 2-day ‘Non-residential Option’ lunch on both days is included in the ticket price, as well as teas, coffees and homemade cake. There is a Non Residential Option for this course - please contact us if you are interested.

What's included in the price?

All materials are provided. Your booking will include 2 nights, Friday 30th Aug & Saturday 31st Aug. An additional night stay on Sunday 1st Sep is an optional extra.

Duration

1 weekend

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

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New Brewery Arts

with Craft Courses since 2016

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New Brewery Arts connects people with the hand-made, promotes the joy and fulfilment of making and celebrates the role of craft and creativity in all our lives. We've been at the heart of creativity in the Cotswolds since 1978, and as well as classes and workshops we have craft studios, exhibitions and an amazing shop which sells work by UK craftspeople.

Suitable for

  • Adults
  • UK Holiday
  • Accommodation offered
  • Residential
  • Suitable for beginners
  • Intermediate level
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FAQs

We really hope you don’t need to, but any changes need to be made at least 30 days in advance. No refunds are given for any cancellation made within 30 days of a class commencing. An administration fee of 10% will be made on cancellations or alterations before this time. We cannot offer a refund if you are unwell for any reason and unable to attend.

All our studios are wheelchair accessible and members of our team will be able to assist you if you require. Near the shop on the ground floor we have a disabled toilet and a lift which will allow you access around the building.

If you find it difficult to stand during a class or have any other access needs, please let us know when booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.

Unfortunately, we do not have our own designated car park, however there are plenty around Cirencester. The nearest short stay car park is The Brewery Car Park which is approximately 2 minutes away and is a council run pay and display. This car park has several disabled parking spaces too. Sheep Street Car Park is a longer stay car park 3 minutes away, it is a cashless car park facilitated by Pay by Phone. Full details of all car parks and pricing can be found on Cotswold District Council Website.

We pride ourselves on smaller class sizes, so you get plenty of help from the tutors. Maximum 8-10 students per class.

Of course, and for some classes we may ask you to do this. Please don’t worry, if this is the case it will be clearly shown on the booking pages and in your confirmation emails.

No, we ask that students either bring their own or wear clothes they are happy to get messy in.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food or drinks into the studio.

Venue

New Brewery Arts, Brewery Court, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1JH

Booking options

Residential W/E
10:00 - 16:00
£380.00 See dates
Non Residential W/E
10:00 - 16:00
£240.00 See dates