Make your mark in this weekly 6-part pottery course designed to give you a grounding in colour and surface decoration.
You will learn
This course focuses on techniques used to create decorative surfaces on clay.
From creating your own tools for mark making to learning about the difference between underglazes and slips, you will combine techniques and create a range of test tiles across the 6 weeks. After experimenting and finding your unique artistic voice, you will have the opportunity to create a final decorative platter showcasing your new skills.
Techniques covered include:
Underglaze transfers
Mono and gelli printing
Sgraffito
Inlay
Slip trailing
Creating your own stamps and brushes
You will need
This is an adult session, perfect for complete beginners, or those who have attended any of our other introductory courses. You must be aged 14+ to attend, all under 18’s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
We recommend trimming long nails prior to the session, removing any jewellery, and tying back long hair.
Additional information
This pottery course takes place over 6 consecutive weeks starting on your booked date.
Sessions take place on Friday mornings 10am – 12.30pm.
The course cost includes all materials, tools and clay, plus glazing and firing of your finished pieces.
Ruth Waller
This course is taught by Ruth Waller.
Ruth is half of the creative partnership Waller Hewett. Waller Hewett creates artwork and installations which combine art, design and craft, and has won them numerous awards including ‘Best in Show’ at the London Craft Fair.
She is a highly experienced tutor and teaches across the Harley Foundation’s education programme.
Image courtesy Ben Boswell
