Description
In the Pottery Experience Day you will create your own mini tableware set. Make a cup, small plate & bowl. The class begins with a demonstration of the techniques you will be using to create your pottery. Throwing on the potters wheel, plus the hand building methods pinch & slab. You’ll also learn how to apply surface pattern. Your day will be split between practice on the potters wheel, and making by hand. At the end of the day we will look at how to make spouts and attach handles. Your finished pots can then be painted with colourful underglazes. Your pottery will be glazed and fired, ready for collection 6 weeks later (or delivery for P&P costs).
Class sizes are relaxed and friendly with six students, and you will be supported with tuition throughout.
- Remember to dress for mess! Bring a small hand towel, and apron if you have one. Studio apron hire is £2. Short nails also recommended.
- Complimentary refreshments provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Fee
The price (of £100) per person includes tuition, materials & kiln firing. You can expect to make one of each item (cup, plate, bowl) Additional pots can be fired at a cost of £5 payable on the day
If booking with a gift voucher please get in touch for a voucher code
Venue
Moon Studio Ceramics, Hawthorn Farm Buildings, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 7AB
– The studio is in a converted barn and our toilet is a cabin across the yard. Unfortunately we don’t currently have baby changing or wheel chair access.
– By Car: There is free parking on site. The car park is about 30 meters walk to the studio which is on the ground floor. By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Hinton Admiral which is about a 5 minute taxi ride away. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please do get in touch.
