The initial challenge of the course is to identify the shapes, patterns and images that figure most strongly in your imagination, and the aim of the course is to learn how to use clay to bring these to life.
You will learn the foundations of ceramics and glazes including composition, tool management, material preparation and modelling techniques producing a porcelain sculpture / statuette on a hand-built plinth in buff earthenware. The course is suitable for mixed abilities and no previous experience of pottery or ceramics is required. All materials are included.
Course Outline
Week 1 Slab rolling; Developing textures in…
