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Pottery Beginners Course - 4 weeks

5(14 reviews)
An amazing experience with our 4 weeks course into the world of ceramic from hand building to pottery wheel throwing and finally glazing
Stoke Newington
In-person
£170 pp
4 session course
Beginner
Next available date:5th May 2024
What happens in this class?

This course is perfect for beginners who enjoyed the taster class and are interested in developing confidence in their pottery skills, or for those who are looking for an engaging, creative activity for a couple weeks. Beginners classes are a mix of closely guided tutoring and self directed development. Students will expand upon their previous knowledge of clay and also learn about clay manipulation at several stages in the process including turning and glazing. Students will have ample time to practice throwing at the wheel and can elect to opt for handbuilding if they so wish and discuss with the…

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Things to remember

Short nails , flat shoes , ideas , please bring these along

Latest Reviews
5(14 reviews)
Jeni - 23 May 2019
Nam was a great teacher, each week was varied while helping us nail the basics and build our confidence. A really fun course, cool location and relaxing environment. Would definitely recommend to people who have had a few taster sessions or are brand new to pottery!
Jenny - 18 February 2019
Had a lot of fun in these classes! Had a good mix of hand building and wheel throwing. Plan to go back to the studio when I can for intermediate level.
Koyrun - 11 June 2018
Nam is fantastic, his relaxed and a realitist. If you need to improve he will let you know, he also used music and humour to make the the classes very enjoyable. His really flexible and helpful. I had so much fun on the taster, I booked in for a 4 week beginners session.
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Booking Options
four session course4 classes
£170
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Age Requirement

16

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.
Your Teacher

Nam Tran is an award-winning practitioner who gives lectures and demos at universities and exhibits internationally. A ceramic lecturer and head of the departments in design and multi media with Kensington and Chelsea college. Nam specialising in wheel thrown raku, bringing years of experience and craftsmanship to every object made. Tran's work focused primarily on exploring the physical properties of clay and material experimentation is a strong characteristics of his work. He has been developing making enclosed forms that are much stronger than open forms and therefore resonates well with the alternative firing technique he uses. His work…

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Class Location
Cernamic Stoke Newington
Stoke Newington
36A Windus road
N16 6UP
London

Reviews

Jeni - 23 May 2019
Nam was a great teacher, each week was varied while helping us nail the basics and build our confidence. A really fun course, cool location and relaxing environment. Would definitely recommend to people who have had a few taster sessions or are brand new to pottery!
Jenny - 18 February 2019
Had a lot of fun in these classes! Had a good mix of hand building and wheel throwing. Plan to go back to the studio when I can for intermediate level.
Koyrun - 11 June 2018
Nam is fantastic, his relaxed and a realitist. If you need to improve he will let you know, he also used music and humour to make the the classes very enjoyable. His really flexible and helpful. I had so much fun on the taster, I booked in for a 4 week beginners session.
Laura - 7 May 2018
Absolutley loved this 4 week beginner course, felt like I learnt a lot in a relatively short space of time. Nam is a brilliant teacher. Would highly recommend!
Rachel - 5 May 2018
Had a great time at Nam’s class, got to grips with throwing on the wheel and fingers crossed will have some nice pots to take home when they’re done in the kiln!
Pippa - 4 May 2018
Best workshop I've ever signed up to! Every session was amazing, great fun and learnt loads. Nam is a brilliant tutor and I love what I've manage to make across the week! Recommend to all!
Tiffany - 3 May 2018
Nam's class was very easy to follow and he is generous with the materials he makes available to us. Nam also gives us a lot of space and time to get on with our own creations and will always be there when we need help. Would definitely recommend this class!
Andra - 1 May 2018
I liked Nam's insights into the potter /ceramic artist life and would like to continue with another workshop. The atmosphere was relaxed and the teacher lets you find your own style, but teaches you the basic techniques well. There's also a lot of inspiration to find in the workshop room itself as there are hundreds of pots/sculptures around. If you can catch a class, do it.
Natalie - 11 March 2018
Really great class - experienced teacher, small class, ended up making 6 items and loved it! Will be back definitely.
Conor - 11 March 2018
Exactly what I was after - helpful and friendly instructions in a really relaxed atmosphere. Good fun, I'd definitely recommend it.
Gemma - 10 March 2018
Really good course
Anne - 10 March 2018
The decision to give this class a try was one of the best I've made this year. Nam and Susie are easy to follow, encouraging and very skilled. We really ejoyed the course and left with some beautiful cups and other creations. I would definitely recommend the class to someone who wants to keep their creativity alive and need something different to stimulate them.
Hannah - 12 January 2018
Support from several tutors although only a small group, plenty of space for imagination and creativity but ideas available in case you feel stuck!
Diep - 24 November 2017
I love the studio and Nam, the tutor was really nice 🙆🏻❤️ I will visit this place more often in the future