If you are new to pottery, or have very basic knowledge, this short course is an introduction for you
You'll learn the essentials of working with clay, including how to shape, cut, and understand its various stages. We’ll cover techniques like scoring and slipping, as well as the basics of painting with underglazes and glazing. You'll also get familiar with pottery terminology and the firing process.
Course information
During this course you will learn how to -
- slab roll clay
- cut and joining clay
- build slab structures using soft slabs
- use templates to create 3D structures
- use formers to create forms with soft clay
- apply underglaze colour
- use glazes
- health and safety when working with clay and glazes
- understand the drying stages of clay
Entry requirements
You must be 19 or over to enrol on this course
Course duration
2.5 hours a week for 10 weeks
Course fee
Fees apply to the 2025/2026 academic year which runs from September 2025 to August 2026
£210
If you are eligible for a fee remission, the course may be free for you to attend