Associate Artists Pottery and Ceramics: ADVANCED (full day)

Course overview

Associate Artists Advanced is designed for makers who have attended a pottery/ceramics class for two or more years and are seeking to refine their skills to an advanced level. This could lead to progression onto other specialist courses.

Participants are encouraged to work independently to achieve their personal goals. However, our professional and experienced tutors are available to provide guidance and support, including assistance with the use of studio equipment.

You will benefit from the expertise of our dedicated tutors, Jane Hanson and Graham Hudson, who will help you navigate your creative journey.

Re-enrolment is encouraged to continue advancing your skills and developing your work within our professional workshop environment.

Important Information 

Materials fee is included in the cost of this course. In consideration of our studio’s kiln capacity and material resources, we discourage turning out large volumes of work equivalent to more than approximately 1 bag of clay per learner per course. Any work exceeding this amount will be charged at £5 per kilo. 

This course runs term-time only.

The topics you can study during these sessions include:

  • 3D research and design skills
  • advanced hand building
  • throwing
  • mold-making and slip-casting techniques
  • glaze development
  • surface decoration
  • firing cycles
  • setting up your studio
  • Health and Safety in ceramics
  • costing and selling work

This is a non-accredited course but you will be taught Level 4 (Higher National Diploma level) techniques and processes through practical projects and demonstrations.

Teaching methods include:

  • formal instruction
  • discussion
  • individual tuition
  • practical demonstration
  • practical experience

Furthermore, you will get the opportunity to develop your skills according to your own specific needs.

You will need to bring:

  • a sketchbook and something to write with
  • a towel
  • an apron/wear old clothes that you don’t mind getting messy

You may wish to bring handcream and a dust mask. If you have sensitive skin, you may also wish to bring a pair of washing-up gloves.

You must wear flat shoes as this is a safety requirement.

Course Starts in 2 Days

Mon 28 April 2025

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Meet the tutors

We want our learners to feel welcome, safe and at ease when attending our classes, especially if this is your first time attending an adult education class or if you're coming back to education after a break.
If you're interested in one of courses, meet our tutors first! You'll see they have similar passions and interests and, most importantly, the right qualifications to help you make the most of your time and money.

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