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This is a relaxed crash course pottery session where you will gain practical skills and introduction to pottery!  No experience is necessary. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to try something new and fun!

You are welcome to play and experiment as much as you like in this three-hour session and indulge in some clay fun! You will create something unique and handmade that is truly personal and something to add to your memories.

During the workshops you will be introduced to a variety of hand-building techniques - pinching, coiling, slabbing - and wheel throwing skills. You will learn different hand-building techniques and throwing skills on the pottery wheel.

This is an example of what you should expect during the workshop

•	Introduction to Pottery
•	Demonstration of the different techniques
•	Have fun with Clay!
•	Make some enjoyable memories

Make some enjoyable memories  ( maybe even the scene from ghost ) .

If you enjoyed and loved your creation and want to keep it forever  then there is also the option to have the pottery glazed fired for £5 per piece.

The studio is based along the river side overlooking the view of the grand union canal that leads up to Paddington. If you are new to London or a Londoner wanting to explore different side to London then this is the perfect place to visit!  Discover something new and learn fun new skill!

All material provided.
Collection 3/4 weeks after the session and will be kept for one months after the collection time .
In light of the current COVID-19  please be aware of the health and safety guild-lines.  The studio is fully sanitised and  cleaned before and after the workshop.  Everyone is provided with antibacterial wipes, sanitisers, gloves and disposable aprons. Please feel free to bring anything else with you to keep you safe and protected.

Pottery Class Workshop

Debbie  Bello

IG:  @stuffnfings

Take a leap of inspiration and create something that is truly you, with this hand-building workshop.

Playing with colour, shape and texture, pushing your ideas to create something functional and/or purely decorative out of clay.

This workshop will provide you with  basic hand-building techniques (slab building, pinch, coiling),  that  give you the confidence to go ahead and create your desired piece/s. It's all about being relaxed and finding your happy place.

This workshops main focus is about  pushing the boundaries of traditional forms/pieces. We explore alternative colours, shapes and textures, adding a special twist to make it all the more unique and adventurous.

Session

The session is split into 2 parts.

Part 1 - We dive into the basics of creating a simple hand-built form with a short demo and chat.
Optional - Taking inspiration from the ideas you will have collected (a little light homework prior to attending the 1st session, details provided in the confirmation email), then the building begins.

Part 2 - Will be spent glazing your wonderful greenware work using underglazes.

These are  2.5hr sessions. Personal and individual guidance is given throughout.

All clay, tools, underglazes are provided and included in the fee.  You are welcome to make as many pieces, as the time provides. Please note 1 piece you'd like to keep is included in the fee. Any additional pieces you'd like to keep incur a £3 (per piece) charge, payable on the day, please remember to bring cash.

*Workshops will be updated on a regularly.  Please subscibe to keep up to date with upcoming workshops.


Patricia Driscoll

Taster: Ceramic Hand-Building And Glazing Workshop in Peckham

Capoeira taught by Ian and friends here at Lions' Den London every Thursday evening.

A Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, dance, acrobatics, music and spirituality.

The perfect combination to create a sense of calm in the mind and flow in the body.

Filhos de Angola is a traditional Capoeira Angola group founded in Salvador, Bahia in 1984. The group has nuclei around the world continuing the music, movements, songs and oral traditions of Capoeira Angola.

Individual nuclei run regular classes and host monthly rodas in their local areas under the guidance of mestre Laercio.

ALL LEVELS WELCOME.

Rachel Holmes

Capoeira

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Sebastian Swislocki.

BJJ is a predominantly ground-based martial art. Using the principles of leverage, angles, pressure and timing, as well as knowledge of the human anatomy in order to achieve a non-violent submission of one's opponent.

Sebastian is a Roger Gracie black belt and has been training in BJJ for 12 years.
No previous experience necessary and any fitness level is welcome.
Come as a complete beginner or improve on skills you already know.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

We provide weekly art classes to adults, personalising the programme to each individual student.

You have the option to book one or multiple sessions and attend on a weekly or ad-hoc basis; whatever works best for you. In your first session, we will explore some drawing techniques followed by starting an acrylic painting on canvas.

By personalising the programme individually, you are able to learn and develop at your own rate. Our aim is for you to explore and experiment with a range of mediums such as watercolour, acrylics, pastels, inks, oils, etc; to develop your drawing skills in many different ways; to try out 3D activities and to have fun in the process!

Although there is flexibility in the course, there is also structure for the less experienced artist who is looking to learn a new skill. The classes are lead by talented artists who are able to teach and assist you with new techniques or provide you with ideas if you are more experienced.

We discuss inspirational artists from the Impressionists to David Hockney to Ann Blockley, who is a vibrant watercolour artist, and we experiment using their techniques.
Teaching and supporting you is the main priority! There will never be more than 10 students to 1 teacher.

For the evening classes, if you’d like to bring a bottle of wine or a drink to share with friends, please feel free to do so.
We hope to see you soon!

lease note: Our sessions run in line with school terms. Upon booking, we will contact you to choose your main class + start date (Mondays 1:00pm-2:30pm, Tuesdays 7:00pm-8:30pm or Thursday 10.30am-12pm). You must use your block booking within the next 12 weeks that our classes are running. (September-December, January-April, May-July)

Weekly Art Classes

Steph Tyler

If you are interested in martial arts and are curious about how you would perform, why not give it a try? Martial arts are ideal for beginners to grow confidence and learn new skills as they progress through each classification. It is great exercise, teaches discipline, respect and pushes competition and bettering yourself. Improving technique and earning the respect of your peers along the journey through each grading is very rewarding.

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