Every Wednesday · 6:15 – 8:15 pm
Unwind midweek and discover the joy of clay! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, our weekly pottery sessions offer a friendly, creative space to learn and explore.
What you’ll enjoy:
• Hands-on guidance in hand-building & decoration
• Relaxed, small group atmosphere
• All glazes and clay provided
• A chance to make functional, beautiful ceramics to take home
Come get your hands muddy, meet like-minded people, and create something uniquely yours.
Spaces are limited and fees are not refundable.
Our program this term is as follows:
Week by Week
Week 1 – Introduction to Clay
• Types of clay, tools & studio basics
• Pinch pots: simple bowls & organic shapes
Week 2 – Textures & Impressions
• Using stamps, leaves & natural textures
• Making decorative tiles or coasters
Week 3 – Coil Building I
• Coil pot techniques
• Exploring curves & height
Week 4 – Coil Building II
• Smoothing & sculptural forms
• Making vessels with character
Week 5 – Slab Building I
• Rolling slabs & joining with slip
• Constructing a mug or tumbler
Week 6 – Slab Building II
• Lidded box or vase forms
• Patterned or embossed surfaces
Week 7 – Sculptural Clay
• Figurines, animals or abstract sculpture
• Adding detail & expression
Week 8 – Functional Ware
• Plates, platters & trays using slab molds
• Tips for drying flat forms
Week 9 – Surface Decoration I
• Slip painting, carving & sgraffito
• Using underglazes for colour
Week 10 – Surface Decoration II
• Wax resist, sponging, stencils
• Layering patterns for depth
Week 11 – Personal Project
• Design & build your own piece or set
• Guided support to bring your idea to life
Week 12 – Glazing & Celebration
• Introduction to glazes & application methods
• Glazing final work
• Group sharing & end-of-course showcase
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Pottery Classes at Ely College
12-Week Handbuilding Pottery Course Join us once a week to explore the art of clay without the wheel. Learn pinch, coil, slab and sculptural techniques, plus decorative and glazing methods. All materials and firings included. Leave with a collection of your own unique ceramic pieces.
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£410.00 |
Ely College
Downham Road
ELY
CB6 2SH
If you can’t find the room, please call Corinne on 07910 217284
Or a Member of the Site Team of Ely College on 07925 923436
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