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Introduction to Pottery

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This course is designed to give beginners a rounded experience of pottery and the several techniques we use to create hand built ceramic pieces. Over 6 weeks you will learn how to make a set of tiles, coil built bowls, pinch pots, lidded boxes and vases, jugs or mugs using various resources and equipment available to you. You will learn about decorating techniques and incorporated are 2 glazing sessions where you will be able to choose from a wide range of glazes.

"The course exceeded expectations - It's the perfect way to spend a Monday evening. Really good access to resources and Beth was a great teacher!" Student.

The course fee is £180 for 15 hrs qualified tuition with all materials and firing included. You can secure your place with a non returnable £30 deposit then the 2 further instalments of £75 in week 1 and 3.

* Should this course be postponed due to Covid19 it will be rescheduled and we will run it on an alternative start date.

* The Paxton Centre is Covid Secure with fresh air flow and ventilation, several sanitizing stations, social distancing measures in place and regular cleaning routines.

6 week course dates Mondays 7-9.30pm

Sep 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Oct 4th, 11th

Expect fun and creativity!


Earlier Event: September 5
Resin Art workshop
Later Event: September 7
Pottery for All