Hand Building Clay Skills – Beginners 1

Hand Building Clay Skills – Beginners 1

Venue:
Duration: 10 weeks
Start Date: Tuesday 29 April 2025 (Induction: Tuesday 22 April 2025)
Start Date: Tuesday, 1-3.30pm OR 6-8.30pm
Course fee: £210 / FREE (fee remissions available)
Enrolment information: For information on how to apply, please call 01482 615 349 / 616 580 or email: learneradvice@hullcc.gov.uk

Course Aims

If you are new to pottery, or have very basic knowledge, this course is an introduction to hand building with clay.

You will gain confidence by making and decorating a pottery project using hand building techniques over the course of 10 weeks.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements.

How to apply

For information on how to apply, please call 01482 615 349/616 580 or email: learneradvice@hullcc.gov.uk

Course Content

During this 10-week course you will learn practical clay handling skills and a basic understanding of decorating techniques by making a set of nesting pouring bowls and decorating them with stoneware glazes.

You will also explore applying texture to the clays surface and the skill of etching into clay to create a sign or plaque.

Assessment Method

This is a RARPA based course, assessment is carried out though building of a portfolio and taking part within tasks matched to the individual’s personal targets.

RARPA stands for Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement which is the process of assessment for non-accredited learning. It is a means of validating the outcomes of programmes which do not result in qualifications. RARPA is a five-stage process which measures and records learners’ progress, achievements and attendance.

Where can it lead?

You could progress on to further crafting and pottery/ceramics courses.

As a Hull Training and Adult Education learner, you have access to our Careers Advice Service. Our advisers are on hand to guide you through options and support you to achieve your full potential. Ask your tutor to refer you, if required.

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