Ceramics: Open Access at WHH
Course overview
Welcome to our Open Access Ceramics programme, especially designed for intermediate ceramicists who are ready to work independently and develop their artistic vision!
This 5-week course provides dedicated studio time and resources for you to pursue your ceramic projects in a well-equipped, inspiring environment.
Who is this course for?
This programme is ideal for ceramicists who:
- have completed at least one beginner’s course in ceramics
- can work independently on projects and capable of basic techniques such as wedging clay, throwing on the wheel and hand-building.
- understand basic decorating & glazing techniques and correct firing temperature for work.
- want to develop their own style and portfolio
- are comfortable working without supervision
What’s Included
- 5 weeks of studio access (2.5 hours per week)
- access to wheels, tools, and hand-building stations
- firing services (bisque and glaze)
- storage space for works in progress
The fee for materials 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 and is led by tutor Maia Ottenstein.
Aimed at those with a confident knowledge of the basics who wish to enhance their design thinking skills and develop their technical skills further. You must have attended at least one Ceramics 10-week course to enrol.
- Insights into applying design methodology to your ceramics
- The ability to analyse and critique your own work with a critical eye
This pottery course is student-led, guided by an experienced instructor.
- Setting and achieving personal goals through reflection
- Building a network of like-minded ceramicists
- Infusing your work with new techniques inspired by artist research
- Progressing through disciplined sketchbook exploration
To gain the most from this course, you should possess intermediate-level ceramics skills, including proficiency in hand-building techniques such as coiling, slab building, and pinch pots. Bring along your enthusiasm for pushing creative boundaries and an open mind for constructive feedback.
Don your apron and bring along your trusty sketchbook. We’ll provide the clay, and completed ceramic pieces will be priced based on weight, covering clay, decoration, and firing costs. Please note that any unfinished work should be taken home at the end of the course as we cannot hold work for returning students.
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.
