Ceramics Thursday afternoon: Intermediate and Advanced levels

About this course

Participants work on individual ceramic projects while refining their technical and design skills. Tutor-led demonstrations cover hand-building, throwing, decoration, glazing and on-glaze techniques, with guidance adapted to project needs. The course combines practical studio work with group and individual discussions, self-assessment and problem-solving. Slideshows and reference resources introduce historical and contemporary ceramic practice, helping participants consider techniques and materials in a wider context. Safe studio practice is also addressed.

What you'll learn

• Develop ceramic work using hand-building, throwing, decorating and glazing techniques
• Evaluate techniques and materials in relation to individual project work
• Identify historical and contemporary approaches to ceramic practice
• Apply safe working practices in a ceramics studio

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for learners beyond the fundamental stage of ceramics, including those with prior study on a beginners programme. Participants are expected to work on personal projects, take part in group and individual discussions, and assess and solve problems in their own practice.

• Previous practice of core hand-building and ceramic processes is required
• Learners using the wheel should already be able to centre clay
• Wheel throwing and wedging clay require a moderate level of physical fitness

Before you go

• An apron or old shirt is required, and a notebook and pen may be useful
• The class has 10 throwing wheels and a range of clays and glazes
• The tutor can advise on tools to purchase
• The studio has lift access